Allen gathered the information on the table, picked out the ones he needed, and pushed them to Zhang Xin, pointing at the information and saying, "I need you to wait until they have collected all the information, and then plan a construction plan based on the conditions of these companies. It should be a plan that can boost the economy and increase jobs. It would be best if they could be linked together to make a large-scale economic revitalization plan."
Pointing at the information, Alan explained his idea to Zhang Xin in detail. For a large-scale plan like this, if the funding issue is not taken into consideration, it can still be a plan that will impress people. This is what he needs now.
"good!"
Zhang Xin took the information without asking any more questions. She just felt that she was full of motivation. Such a task was very challenging for her, but as long as there was enough information support and the team supported her, it would not be difficult to accomplish it. It all depended on whether the boss would be satisfied.
"Okay, then go and prepare as soon as possible. For now, you should focus on this matter. If you encounter any difficulties, contact Steward Stone and ask him to notify me."
“Okay boss!”
Zhang Xin picked up the information, nodded, and then went out.
…
Alan looked at the closed study door and narrowed his eyes slightly.
He really wanted to meet Pan Shiyi, not because he was Zhang Xin's fiancé, but because he happened to be useful to this person.
Don’t forget, in Shanghai, there is a Boss Li who has been helping Allen as a “trainer”.
In recent years, Hong Kong businessmen have gone north, and no matter how much practical work they have done, they have reaped a lot of benefits.
People like Boss Li are considered to have very ugly eating habits.
But... for the sake of the overall situation, and for the bright future that he described to the official side, many of his business plans can still be implemented. To put it bluntly, it is to acquire land cheaply, acquire land with a good location, and then hold on to it without developing it, and then sell it when the price goes up in the future.
This thing... is actually pretty disgusting. When they attract investment, all they want is money, right?
They want foreign investors to bring funds and projects to invest in construction and do real work. With this kind of borrowing chickens to lay eggs approach, don’t they know that the land will be valuable in the future?
Or can’t people keep it and sell it later?
Do I have to transfer it to you, Boss Li, so that you can hoard it and sell it later?
Alan didn't want to worry about the interest chain and relationships involved, but he only knew one thing: with this person rushing forward to grab the land, he could snatch those things away at any time.
He had thought about doing business honestly before, but once people get used to robbing...knowing that this method can make money quickly, who would still do business honestly?
If you add some restrictions on this basis, you can become rich overnight by just robbing a lower person who is much weaker than you and has no status in your own circle, so... why not rob him?
According to the information sent over there, Boss Li has already stockpiled a lot of land. Alan is not in a hurry yet and wants him to continue stockpiling some more, just like raising pigs and then slaughtering them after the New Year.
After killing the pigs and getting the land, if he simply sells the land like Boss Li, then his method will seem very crude and low-end. Although the profit is not small, it is not as much as what he would make by developing the land himself.
If we want to develop these lands, we need people to work on them, right?
He doesn't have anyone who is good at real estate at the moment, but Zhang Xin just sent one to him, that is Pan Shiyi.
As long as we meet him after a while and put a leash around his neck, he will be able to work for Alan to develop the land over there.
Ready-made manpower and ready-made land, isn't this just a coincidence...
Give Pan Shiyi a year or two to gain some experience before Hong Kong returns. During this period of time, it will be as easy for Allen to crush Boss Li as it is to crush an ant.
He didn't even need a reason.
As the old saying goes, you are what you eat.
What do ordinary people gain by enduring hardships?
Many people think that only those who endure hardships can become the best, but in the world of imperialism, the real best do not have to endure hardships, they eat people!
As a nobleman, does the skin he wears allow him to do good deeds and accumulate virtue?
Allen himself is not good at business, and this layer of skin on his body makes it easier for him to "eat people" and bully others.
No matter what methods are used, no matter whether these methods are dirty or even seem low-class, as long as these things are done in the end and the people who should disappear have disappeared, does anyone else care about these things in secret?
During the day, he was still the elegant, noble, glamorous, gentle and easy-going nobleman.
…
Late October 1993, Los Angeles.
At Burbank Airport, after a transfer, Allen, who came to America for the first time, looked at the scenery outside the window. The climate here at the end of October was already a little cold. The service staff had just come over to report that the outdoor temperature was only ten degrees, so he would need to put on more clothes when he got off the plane.
"Master...we're here, Patrice is waiting for us in the parking lot."
“Have the vehicles and personnel been arranged?”
He put down his crossed legs and waited for the plane to slowly taxi on the runway. This business jet was used for transit in the United States. When coming from Britain, Allen chartered a plane. When he arrived in the United States, the procedures for the large plane to fly in their airspace were a bit complicated.
Simply according to the plan, they used the small business jet rented in advance by America for transfer, and the others came here in batches.
"Everything has been arranged. Patrice said he has prepared a little surprise for you, but I don't know if you will like it. When he called me just now, I could hear that his tone was a little nervous."
"Haha, this old guy."
A smile flashed across Alan's face. Patrice has been hanging around here for many years and has been on business trips with Alan several times before. He knows Alan very well. This time Alan finally came to America, and he must show off his skills to his boss and give Alan a good welcome so that Alan can experience the American customs!
With a slight vibration, the plane finally stopped. Alan stood up. Xiao Shitou took the windbreaker handed to him by the servant and put it on Alan. The two prepared to get off the plane.
…
"Hahaha, Master, you finally arrived safely. Welcome, welcome. America has ushered in its historic moment..."
Patrice was wearing a tuxedo suit that was half dress and half formal attire. His red bow tie was very eye-catching, and he was wearing a top hat or a stiff hat. Next to him stood a middle-aged woman who was dressed very fashionably. She had a tuft of curly bangs on her forehead. The temperature of over ten degrees did not affect her figure at all, and her shiny fishnet stockings shone brightly.
"Stop it... I'm here through diplomatic channels this time. You need to keep a low profile until things are done. Don't make such a big fuss for me."
"Yes, yes, yes... I haven't seen you for a long time, and I am a little excited for a moment."
The middle-aged lady next to Patrice just watched Patrice, who used to look at people with his chin held high in Hollywood, now bending over, as humble as he could be, and the humble smile on his face looked so natural.
"Master... hurry up and get in the car. It's a bit cold outside. Let's go back to the base first?"
"Well, what about this person? Why don't you introduce him?"
Alan nodded. Even though she was just a middle-aged woman, most likely Patrice's mistress, he had to ask her since they were meeting and he was always careful about his image when he was out.
"Ah... this... this is my good friend in Hollywood, and he is also from Great Britain. Helen, please give your regards to him."
When the middle-aged woman named Helen heard what Patrice said, she performed the ancient court etiquette in a very formal manner and greeted Allen in a very formal manner: "Your Excellency the Earl of Carmarthen, it is an honor to meet you. I am Helen Mirren, and I used to work for the Royal Shakespeare Company."
“Oh~”
Alan was a little surprised when she just performed the action. He never expected to see such ancient rituals in this "countryside" of America. But after the formal introduction, he understood that she was from the Royal British Theater. In this way, what she did was reasonable.
The Royal Shakespeare Company, just by hearing the name you can tell the historical status of this unit. It is regarded as the top royal troupe in Britain in terms of both fame and administrative level. In addition, the Royal Company often performs for the dignitaries. The people in it, apart from anything else, at least they are extremely skilled in what to do when they meet important people. Just by performing this ancient ritual, people will look up to them.
"You look familiar to me...are you an actor too?"
Since they were members of the Royal Theater Company, and given the rules of conduct, Alan couldn't help but ask a few more questions.
"Yes, sir... I have acted in some plays. In addition to dramas, I wonder if you have seen the TV series "Prime Suspect" that was broadcast in the UK in the past two years?"
"Master, Helen has won the Best Actress Award at the Television Academy Awards for two consecutive years. She is interested in developing her career in Hollywood recently. We just met not long ago."
Seeing that Alan was about to ask more questions, Patrice felt a little embarrassed. He was afraid that Helen would let the cat out of the bag, so he quickly added a sentence.
"Well... I haven't seen it, but she's won the Best Actress award for two consecutive years, which proves she's pretty capable. Come on board."
Alan glanced at Patrice, smiled and didn't mention the matter again.
Considering the beauty and fame of this middle-aged woman, it is no wonder that Patrice brought her along. This old guy is quite playful, which makes Alan even more excited about what little surprise Patrice has prepared for him.
…
The Burbank Airport is only a dozen kilometers away from Hollywood, making it the closest airport to Hollywood. It is also not too far from Patrice's residence. The most upscale residential area here is the high-end area in Beverly Hills.
Most of the buildings here are luxury homes or gated communities. For many Hollywood stars, when they have money and want to buy a house, this is their first choice.
Although living with old Carl is the safest place, Alan's goal is a bit too big. It is somewhat inappropriate for him to go to old Carl's place first since it is his first time in America. So... he will have to stay in this "small villa" prepared for him by Patrice for the next few days.
…
"Master, I have arranged a lady for you this time according to your previous hobby. She admires you very much. I just don't know if your hobby... is still the same as before?"
As soon as they arrived at the residence, Patrice walked in front to lead the way, half bent over, and turned his head to ask Alan in a low voice.
"My previous hobby?"
Patrice asked this suddenly, which surprised Alan.
He has many hobbies. What exactly does this previous hobby refer to?
Seeing that Alan didn't seem to understand what he meant, Patrice glanced at Helen who was following behind him, and lowered his voice a little: "Master... I remember that when you first made movies, you liked... uh... mature women..."
Patrice almost didn't know how to describe the following words, and he was so anxious that he almost gestured with his hands.
"oh……"
Alan understood a little bit what Patrice meant. He just liked older sisters! He never changed his hobby and never forgot his original intention!
"Don't reveal so much to me in advance, leave me a surprise!"
Seeing that Patrice wanted to introduce her, Alan waved his hand to stop him from thinking about it. He wanted to get to know her in person later. In his impression, there didn't seem to be many older sisters in America who met his aesthetic standards.
Who did Patrice arrange for him to date?
…
"Master, this is Miss Demi Moore. I wonder if you have seen her movies or TV shows."
It turned out to be her!
Alan looked at the "surprise" in front of him, and a look of surprise appeared on his face.
If I remember correctly, this actor starred in "Ghost" two years ago and won the Saturn Award.
It doesn’t matter. This year, a movie of hers was released called "Immoral Deal" and the story is very interesting.
It's basically about a couple who are struggling financially and are desperate because of money. In this situation, the woman, the heroine played by Demi Moore, meets a billionaire who wants to sponsor her with $10,000, but the prerequisite is... sleeping with her for one night.
One night, one million dollars, a cash-strapped couple, a hard-pressed life, and a test of morality and humanity.
Each of these points is a current social hotspot, not to mention that they are integrated together, which is simply a king bomb. Even Allen in the UK has seen this movie.
The shot was very meaningful. Anyway, in the end... the man agreed, and his wife really went to accompany the billionaire for a night. The two of them agreed that after they had money, no one would mention it again so as not to affect their relationship.
But... this idea is too naive. When they really got one million dollars, the man changed instantly, because his wife's incident left an unhealable "trauma" in his heart. The two of them ended up breaking up, and the heroine... turned to the arms of the billionaire.
This movie is a...not very positive movie, but it is very much in line with current hot topics and keeps up with current affairs. The box office was very high, but because the discussion about this movie was also very hot, I heard that it encountered some troubles and seemed to be targeted by a feminist organization.
Allen could not have imagined that this female lead would not hide during this period of time, but actually come out to mingle, and finally be chosen by Patrice. This world is so fucking magical...
Oh, that's not right?
Looking at Demi Moore's face, Alan was suddenly stunned. This girl was not very old, and seemed to be only a few years older than him, but... she seemed to be married?