So your task is just to gather the strengths of these buildings and design a classic manor that can appear in the textbooks of architectural design. I may own many houses in my life, but this is different. This will be my home. "

There is no shortage of money now, and the future is even more promising.

Han Chudong is now full of confidence. He feels that even if the cost is as high as 100 million US dollars, it is not a big deal. He added: "It would be best if you can build a scaled-down model for me after the design is completed so that I can have an intuitive understanding. If I am satisfied, then the order will belong to your firm."

"I understand. We will communicate with you first, draw the plan, and then build the model when we think it's almost done. Then we will see what needs to be improved. Okay?"

"Well, how long will the design work take?"

"It's hard to say. We will definitely complete it as soon as possible. It will take about three months to finalize it, and then we will start contacting construction companies. We have already made a rough plan for the golf course and landscaping."

The head of the architectural design firm brought a simple sketch to Han Chudong for review.

The entire land is surrounded by a circle of trees. A piece of high land by the lake is used to build the estate. The golf club occupies one-third of the total area and has a high-end resort and parking lot.

The last time they met, they only had a brief chat. Today, Han Chudong came here just to communicate and exchange ideas so that they could have a more comprehensive understanding of each other's ideas, so as to avoid any mistakes that would not only embarrass both parties, but also waste time and energy.

The original vineyard was left behind, a small palm grove was also preserved, and the natural pond would be dredged and rebuilt. Han Chudong could imagine what a magnificent scene it would be when everything was completed.

No one knows better than him how much the money would appreciate in value ten, twenty, or even forty years if invested in Walmart, the insurance industry, the banking industry, etc.

But while making money is important, enjoying life is also important. Han Chudong tried to find a balance between these two aspects. If you only make money but don't spend it, life would be too boring.

Considering it from another angle, this land, as well as the golf club and private estate to be built in the future, can also be mortgaged to the bank to obtain a loan, and then the money can be used for investment, which actually does not have much impact on his business.

The communication lasted for a long time, and it was already past five in the afternoon when we left the office.

Having turned down too many parties recently, he was in a good mood tonight and decided to take Kyoko Mochizuki to a small party held at the city hall.

It was initiated by the current mayor of Los Angeles, and several candidates currently running for election were also present, and a senator also came to join in the fun.

There were not many guests, and including the accompanying guests, there were less than a hundred people.

However, those who received the invitation were all big shots, such as the CEO and shareholders of MGM, the CEO and shareholders of NBC Burbank branch, shareholders of arms dealer Lockheed Corporation, as well as some union leaders and senior officials of official organizations, some of whom often appeared on local TV stations and newspapers.

Han Chudong could only recognize a small number of them, but when he arrived, judging from the looks in everyone's eyes, most of them should know him, or be aware of Han Chudong's existence. Some raised their glasses and smiled, some came over to chat and extended their hands when introducing themselves.

There are many large companies in Los Angeles, some of which have a market value of over 10 billion US dollars. However, market value is market value, and personal wealth is another matter.

Ever since the partnership auction last month, the news that Han Chudong made a net profit of more than 170 million US dollars in half an hour has been spreading like wildfire in the upper circles of California, saying that there is a young Chinese guy with an amazing business acumen.

Fortune magazine listed him as the cover character of its monthly issue, and mainstream newspapers such as the Los Angeles Times' financial section and the Wall Street Journal also took turns to talk about his story of making a fortune. He has quietly accumulated a considerable reputation in the United States.

Even in Los Angeles, where many wealthy people gather, Han Chudong's total personal wealth ranks among the top five.

Maybe he had no business dealings with Han Chudong, but some people still kept trying to make friends and chat with him. Soon after he entered the place, more than ten people gathered around him. This was the status that money brought him.

The current mayor of Los Angeles was also there.

Before buying the huge wasteland on the top of Beverly Hills, Han Chudong went to City Hall to find the old mayor named Elton, and the two sides reached a secret deal.

Old Elton helped to handle some procedures, and after he stepped down in the second half of the year, Han Chudong hired old Elton to work as a consultant in his own company with a higher salary.

When doing business in the United States, many things have to be negotiated with trade unions, official organizations, and non-official organizations. The specific work is similar to that of lobbyists. They are well versed in the rules of the game in both the political and business circles of the United States. Hiring this experienced old mayor can indeed play a certain role in helping, and it cannot be said to be giving money for free.

At this moment, Old Elton patted Han Chudong's arm and laughed, saying, "I am very happy to welcome a newcomer. Now no one will say that we don't support minorities in doing business. Mason Han's success is the best proof of the open and inclusive business atmosphere in Los Angeles! Does anyone of you not know this new member of the billion-dollar club? If anyone doesn't know him, I can only advise you to read more magazines and newspapers. Mason is only 20 years old and has become the richest Chinese American in the United States!"

Perhaps because he knew he had no hope of re-election, old Elton no longer courted the financiers at the party. By saying this, he was obviously praising Han Chudong, lest any of them would be so blind as to annoy his guest, one of his future employers.

There is no wrong version in the 1619 book forum!

After he retires, he will not only serve as a consultant for one company, but he will also earn more after leaving his job than when he was still in office. This is an unspoken rule of the US government.

Therefore, as long as they have a little ambition, they will make more friends with rich people and provide certain help while they are capable, which can be regarded as buying "pension insurance" in advance.

Han Chudong remembers that in the future someone will create a foundation, attracting donations from countless individuals and organizations, and someone will write a book and get the copyright for 60 million US dollars before it is released.

I have long passed the age of thinking that the moon is rounder in the United States, and I know how dark American crows are, so it is no longer surprising.

Since there is no way to change it, we can only try our best to adapt.

After Old Elton finished speaking, Han Chudong smiled and said:

“I came here tonight with good intentions, and the theme of the party is to meet with the candidates, right?

The neighborhoods where Asians gather are too run-down and have not seen much development over the years. If someone is willing to help renovate the roads, build new schools, and provide equal employment opportunities and living environments, I think the nearly 200,000 Asian communities will definitely be willing to help cast a vote..."