America’s Road To Wealth

  Chapter 177 Another potential marriage partner?

  December 12, 2000.

  The U.S. Federal Supreme Court ruled 7:2.

  The recount of votes by the Donkey Party in some counties in Florida is unconstitutional.

   And with a ratio of 5:4, Florida must complete the state-wide unified standard vote counting before the deadline.

   But the deadline at the time was just two hours before the verdict.

  Florida announced the abandonment of manual vote counting.

   Then, an hour later.

  Donkey Party candidate Al Gore said he withdrew from the race "for the sake of democracy and unity."

   So far, the 36-day vote-counting turmoil has officially ended.

  After eight years of absence from the White House, the Elephant Party finally lived in the White House again.

   After this news was announced.

  The upper echelon of the United States, which was turbulent before, soon calmed down.

   In the half hour before the announcement of this news.

  Abel is already in Houston.

   And he was once again in the home court of the Houston Astros, who had already been there last time.

   Today is the Houston Astros, playing against the Boston Red Sox, which belongs to the MLB American League East.

  The Boston Red Sox are a traditional strong team in MLB, a traditional giant.

  Compared to the same location in Texas, the pseudo-rich Texas Rangers.

  The Boston Red Sox are a real powerhouse.

   As of 2000.

  The Boston Red Sox have won five World Series championships.

   Well. The World Series here actually refers to the MLB championship game held in October every year.

  Participants are American and Canadian professional baseball teams, which are the highest-level events in these two countries.

  The American League champions and the National League champions will play a 7-match 4-win championship game.

   But Americans have always been used to them being the world.

  Plus in the world, it is indeed the Americans who play the most and the most powerful baseball.

   They naturally took it for granted, and put the name of the World Series on the highest game of MLB.

   There is one thing to say, although the Texas Rangers are a fake giant in MLB.

  But the Houston Astros are worse.

  The last time the Astros and the Rangers couldn't even beat the Texas Rangers in the same state derby.

  Tonight, against the Boston Red Sox, a traditional strong team in MLB, it can only be said that there is a high probability of bad luck.

   But enthusiastic Texas and local fans in Houston still flocked.

  The Boston Red Socks also have a lot of fanatical fans because of their excellent combat effectiveness and rich family tradition.

  This makes the Boston Red Sox one of the teams with the largest average away audience in the league.

  Local fans, plus Boston Red Sox fans running from outside.

   A large number of fans are very relaxed, and they will fill the entire Astros home court.

  The last time Abel came, he was sitting on the Texas Rangers side.

  The object of this match was changed to the team from the east.

  The Texans share a common hatred, so naturally he cannot stand on the side of the Boston Red Sox.

  He and his grandpa Alex.

   and Alex's former comrade-in-arms and friend Herbert.

  Three people are sitting next to the Houston Astros' bench today.

   "Oh, it's really lively tonight!"

  Herbert, aged seventy-six, was flushed tonight.

  The old guy looked at the audience full of baseball fans and said with a smile.

  Beside him, sitting is Alex.

  Abel's grandma didn't come tonight.

   There are only two old people and him and a young man who come to watch baseball.

  Alex says:

   "I still think our Arlington lads are more energetic. These Houston lads, it seems that there is less luck tonight."

  The Texas Rangers play their home games in Arlington.

  Alex is a loyal Texas Rangers fan again.

  I am willing to come to watch tonight, not only because I want to cheer, but also because my grandson and Herbert have made an appointment to watch this baseball game together.

  The old man felt that he was buffering here.

   Perhaps it would be more beneficial for the grandson to communicate with Herbert.

   This made him even if he didn't like the game very much, Alex still came over.

   "I also think that the astronauts are in danger tonight." Abel commented with a smile.

  Boston Red Sox vs Houston Astros.

   This is almost equivalent to the current Los Angeles Lakers vs. the current Houston Rockets.

   It can't be said that it is one-sided, it is also called a bad luck.

   Unless the Rockets have Tracy McGrady and Dayao at the same time, then they have the strength to fight this version of the Lakers.

   It's basically the kind that loses more and wins less.

  In this game tonight, the person who initiated the invitation was actually Herbert.

  This old guy specially chose to invite Abel to watch the game this evening.

  Abel knew that he must have some other purpose.

   Fortunately, Abel also knew.

  Herbert's son, there is a high probability that he will be re-elected for two consecutive terms.

  I and my father also need a fairly stable ally in terms of Zhengzhi.

  Then Herbert and his family are a good choice.

  We are all Texans, and we already have friendships and relationships before.

   These are all natural allies.

  On this basis, it is not impossible to go further.

  Abel also readily accepted his request.

  He came here specially from Los Angeles, and together with his grandfather Alex, came to watch the football game with Herbert.

   When the game was about to start, the Supreme Court of the United States had not yet pronounced the verdict.

  Abel didn't care much about the game on the court.

  He also didn't want to wait for the Supreme Court to announce the result before negotiating with Herbert.

  As soon as the game started, everyone's eyes were attracted by the baseball.

  He said to Herbert who was sitting across from his grandfather:

   "Herbert. You invited me out tonight. It was your own intention. Or was it Mr. Brown's request?"

  Herbert looked back at the field, and he smiled at Abel: "Is there any difference?"

   "Naturally there is a difference." Abel said in a deep voice:

   "The two are different. One is the friendship between the Smith family and the Shrub family. The other is my personal relationship with the Texas consortium."

   See what Abel said so directly and bluntly.

  Herbert also withdrew the polite smile on his face.

  The former former U.S. President, he said softly:

   "What's the difference between the two?"

   "If it's the former, then the Shrub family will have an extra shareholder of Smith Capital."

   "If it's the latter. Then this shareholder will become a Texas consortium."

   Abel said meaningfully.

   Herbert was silent for a moment.

  The old man was a little surprised at the directness of the young man in front of him.

  Herbert did not expect that Abel would so directly provoke the relationship between himself and the people like Braun.

  That's right, Herbert really didn't invite Abel out this evening because of his own reasons.

   At least half of the reason is because of the request of the Texas consortium.

  The verdict issued by the Supreme Court tonight is actually the top level of the entire United States.

   Before this, there was already a general news.

   It's just that the donkey party is not reconciled, wants to make a comeback, and is dying.

  The Texas consortium also wanted to take advantage of Herbert's son's success.

  I want Herbert to talk and pressure Abel.

   In the final analysis, it was because of the Texas consortium that wanted to invest in Smith Capital.

  But I also dislike the high valuation of Smith Capital.

  After much deliberation, they asked Herbert to come to Abel.

   Here comes Herbert.

   After he came, he didn't expect it.

  As soon as the conversation started, Abel wanted to provoke his relationship with the Texas consortium.

  Abel's words were almost obvious to Herbert.

  ‘I can give you father and son face, and let Smith Capital have one more shareholder. '

  'But you have to think about whether you want to be the shareholder or let the Texas consortium be the shareholder'

   Simply put, it is to throw out this benefit.

  Let Herbert choose.

  Choosing this benefit is eaten by their father and son.

   Still give this benefit to the Texas consortium in this way.

   "Can't you have the best of both worlds?" After thinking for a while, Herbert said softly.

  Abel shook his head directly: "You understand, Herbert, this is impossible."

  Herbert also said: "Then you are letting them gamble, and the bet is still so big."

   “Investment is inherently a kind of gambling.”

  Abel sternly said:

   "You bet on whether I can become Buffett or Peter Lynch. I am also betting on whether you can provide me with enough support."

  Herbert was silent again.

   After a few seconds, Alex suddenly stood up and shouted:

   "Good shot! Did you see that, did you two see that! It was a hit, hit the ball! Hey, I gotta say, the guys in Houston did a pretty good job tonight!"

  The baseball field also cheered.

   It turned out to be the Houston Astros at home, who hit a hit just now.

  The audience cheered and applauded thunderously.

   After all, it is the home of the Houston Astros.

   Even if the Boston Red Sox have a lot of fans.

   In terms of cheers and applause, they still couldn't overwhelm the local home fans.

  Herbert smiled: "It's really good, it's done very well."

  Abel smiled and said nothing.

  Alex sat down again.

  The old man seemed to be just celebrating Houston's strike just now.

  But unconsciously, the atmosphere between Abel and Herbert was already a little tense.

   After being interrupted like this, it eased a lot.

   After another ten seconds of silence, Herbert suddenly spoke softly:

   "Then what if Mr. Bai Lang and the others are willing to accept part of your conditions?"

"for example?"

   "400 billion U.S. dollars. 20 billion in the first year, 30 billion in the second year, 50 billion in the third year, and 80 billion in the fourth year." Herbert asked the price softly.

"Can!"

   What surprised Herbert was that this time Abel agreed quickly.

   But Abel didn't finish his words, and the following words made Herbert silent again.

   "According to this condition. Mr. Bai Lang and the others must open up the core assets to me."

   "I want First National Bank of Dallas, First City National Bank of Houston, National Bank of Dallas."

   "Only the corresponding stake is required."

   "And Hughes Aircraft, Lin-Temco-Water."

   "The corresponding shares are also required."

   "I also want Texas Commercial Bank, I am willing to buy it all!"

   "Oh, and Houston Reinsurance Company. I remember this company losing money every year in their hands, and I thought it might as well be in my hands."

   After Abel made this series of requests, he was silent again for a few seconds.

  Herbert spoke:

   "Abel, you make this request. They won't grant it."

   "That's it." Abel smiled:

   “They take their core assets very seriously. Smith Capital will also be my core asset. It is equally important in my mind.”

   "Neither of them want to open their core to me. So neither do I."

   "Herbert. In business, you were once an excellent businessman. You should understand what I mean."

   Herbert smiled wryly.

  Then he saw Abel, and in front of himself and Alex, he picked up the phone.

   "Huh? Okay, the news came out, right? Okay."

   A few seconds later, Herbert saw Abel hang up the phone.

  Then he saw Abel smiling at him again.

  He heard Abel's voice say:

   "Congratulations, Herbert. Congratulations on becoming the new Adams."

  Herbert was startled when he heard what Abel said.

   Then the old guy showed a calm smile on his face:

   "Ha~ This is an established reality. Gore is no match for George's."

   Before 2000.

  There has been a pair of father and son leaders in the history of the United States.

   The father and son's last name is Adams.

   Now in 2000.

  Herbert and his son copied the deeds of Adams and his son.

  The shrub family will definitely become one of the most powerful families in the upper class of the United States after this.

   This was laid by Herbert's grandpa.

   Herbert's father carried forward.

  Herbert himself, bringing the family to Weech.

   Now it's his son's turn to advance the family directly to become part of the country's "Deep State".

   "But even so."

  Abel's tone still didn't change much, he continued to Herbert.

   "My request to Mr. Bo Lang and the others has not changed. Cores exchange cores."

"but."

  He smiled at Herbert: "Smith Capital welcomes the addition of shrubs~"

   Seeing this kid's straightforward appearance, Herbert couldn't help laughing.

  At this moment, Herbert felt that this kid looked like this.

  It's a lot more interesting than the old guys in the house of cards.

   "Okay." Herbert put away his smile.

  He knew that one of his main goals tonight would probably not succeed.

   This kid seems to be very persistent, and he will not give up until he suffers.

   But fortunately, another purpose can be achieved without any effort.

  Herbert spoke easily:

   "Ha~ I think little Laura might be willing to work at Smith Capital. She still remembers you."

   "Little Laura?" Abel was surprised.

   Abel knew there was a Laura in the Bush family, but wasn't that Herbert's wife?

  Herbert's wife, can you still use "small" to describe it?

   "I thought it would be Jenna, or Barbara." Abel said softly.

  Alex suddenly whispered: "Little Laura's full name is Laura Marie Bush, and she is Neil's daughter."

  Reminded by his grandfather, Abel immediately knew who the little Laura Herbert was talking about.

  Neil was the middle name of Herbert's third son.

   In other words, little Laura was Herbert's granddaughter, the same name as the old fellow's wife.

  Americans, especially traditional white people, have names like this.

  On the farm of Abel’s family, there is a family whose four generations of grandparents, father and son are all named John.

  Herbert's family, five male members have three George

  Grandma's name is Laura, and it turns out the granddaughter is also named Laura.

  It can be said that ordinary white people are lazy or uneducated when they name it like this.

   But the fact that the Herberts were all in this habit proved that it wasn't just something ordinary white people liked to do.

   is the traditional white people in the United States, and they all like to name them like this.

  Like the Smiths, there is a bit of tradition in naming.

   It's not that father and son have the same name like these families.

  The names of male members of the Smith family are required to start with "A".

  Alex, Alexander, and Abel all start with A in English.

   It is said that this is because the first Smith who came to North America with the "Mayflower" that year was named Andy Smith.

  After that, all the names of his children began with the letter A.

"Ok."

  Abel tried hard to remember, and one side tried hard to think.

  He found that he also had the impression of this little Laura in his memory.

  When I was a child, my grandfather took me to the arena.

   Once or twice, as the younger brother of the general manager of the team, Neal would bring his daughter over to watch the game.

  His daughter Laura Jr. is several years younger than Jenna and Barbara.

  Abel and the twins were about seven or eight years old at the time, and little Laura was three or four years old.

  With such a big age difference, we can't play together at all.

  So the three older children played together, and the little kid watched enviously.

  Because of this, Abel's impression and memory are not deep, so Abel didn't remember it right away.

   Abel only remembered after being reminded by his grandfather.

  He just remembered that Neil Shrub's daughter seemed to be four or five years younger than him.

   At this time, he should be around fifteen or sixteen years old.

  It is obviously impossible for the other party to work at Smith Capital at the age of fifteen or sixteen.

   But obviously the bush family is going to push little Laura out.

  As a bridge between the Bush family and the Smith family, in Smith Capital.

   It can be regarded as a representative of their side.

   This kind of thing is also very common in the upper class of the United States.

   After all, Jenna and Barbara were really allowed to go directly to Smith Capital to work, and the impact was not very good.

   Unless they wait for their father to retire.

   But their father has retired, and the shrub family has no way to become one of the shareholders of Smith Capital.

   "OK." Abel also said directly: "Then let little Laura come, I think she should have this ability!"

  Fifteen or sixteen-year-old kid in high school has the ability to fart.

   But it doesn't matter whether she is there or not, she is just a representative, just a pawn.

   represents the Bush family, formally allied with the Smith family.

   Let the two families have an additional layer of cooperative relationship in addition to the good relationship between their parents and grandparents.

  Herbert next to Alex is also smiling happily.

  The scene of two people smiling at each other across Alex also "naturally" fell into the cameras of many reporters present.

   Especially the "American Sun" newspaper headquartered in New York.

  This time, the newspaper even sent five reporters with the best photography skills in the newspaper office.

   These five professional photographers don’t shoot team games very much.

   At most, one or two cards will be posted occasionally as a coping and explanation.

  They just shoot at a certain corner.

   The final result of the game, of course, was the loss of the Houston Astros.

  The Boston Red Sox let a group of Texans know what a traditional MLB giant is.

  That is not comparable to fake giants like the Texas Rangers.

  Abel and Alex, the grandparents, did not stay with Herbert to eat and chat this time.

  They knew that Herbert would be very busy when he returned.

   Today is a good day for Herbert's bush family.

  The game is over and the stadium is gone.

   On returning to Alex, lives in the River Oaks community.

  When on the road.

  Alex was in the rear compartment, and suddenly said to Abel: "Little Laura is very beautiful."

  Abel: "????"

  Alex: "And she's only four years younger than you. She's still in high school, almost college."

  Abel: .

  Alex seems to be talking to himself, and it seems to be talking to Abel.

   "Herbert told me. He thought it would be a good choice for little Laura to go to New York to study and learn how to work with you at the same time."

  Alex's words are so clear.

  Abel is not a fool.

   Right now, he certainly understood what Alex meant.

   "My dear grandfather, what do you mean by all this?"

  Alex said to him seriously: "You understand what I mean, my child."

   Of course Abel understood.

   Just because he understood, he felt his head hurt again.

  (end of this chapter)