America’s Road To Wealth

  Chapter 474 Tolerance of the shrub family

  USA, Texas.

  North Central, Tarrantshire.

   On this day, Tarrant County was generally sunny and cloudless, and the weather was fine.

  April is mostly good weather for Texas.

  At this time, Texas is neither cold nor hot, and it is in the spring stage when everything grows and the grass grows and warblers fly.

  Smith Farm, north of the farm estate.

  The front facing the small hill named Mount Smith.

  On Yinyin's big lawn, looking at his old comrade-in-arms Herbert Shush, he smiled and handed the satellite phone back to his entourage.

  Alex Smith couldn't help but said a little jealously:

   "Hey, it's all right now. Your chick has completely taken away my grandson's soul, and now he's looking for you instead of me, my real grandpa."

  Looking at his comrade-in-arms like a child.

   Herbert burst out laughing.

   "It would have been nice if that was the case. But in fact, it was my cutest little granddaughter who was taken by your **** grandson... Look, because I love him so much. She can tolerate even this kind of thing."

  Herbert said these words, and pointed his finger not far ahead.

   There was a beautiful young woman in the shade with a baby in her arms.

  I saw Herbert's eyes looking over, and the fingers he pointed.

  The beautiful young woman's face showed some tension.

  At the moment, Charlize Theron feels it's normal to be nervous.

  As an American, he was pointed at by a big man like the former commander.

  The key is that she is still the mistress of his granddaughter's fiancé, and she also gave birth to an illegitimate daughter.

   It would be strange if I wasn't nervous!

   Fortunately, she was by her side, except for her and Abel's daughter, little Arya.

   There are also two old women standing.

  They were teasing little Alicia Laura Smith, who was almost half a year old, pretty, like a little doll.

  Two old women, one is Abel's grandmother, Alex Smith's wife, Alicia Smith.

  The other is Herbert's wife, little Laura's grandmother, one of the dual-core souls of the Bush family, Barbara Pierce Bush.

   "Don't be nervous. Kid."

   Barbara Gentle Relief Charlize Theron,

   "Herbert meant no malice. And it's not your fault, it's fate. Little Laura told me she wasn't angry, and she liked little Arya."

  Barbara Pierce Bush speaks with an infectious voice.

  The main reason why the bush brothers of George's generation can be so united is because of her.

   She was a good mother, and a good matriarch of a large family.

  Even her husband once publicly said to the media: "If there is no Barbara, maybe George and I are still digging for oil in the Gulf of Mexico."

   "I don't blame fate or anyone else. If I want to blame it, I blame that guy Abel. It's all his fault."

  Alia Smith also said softly beside her.

  Barbara smiled and didn't answer Alia.

   She wisely chose another topic, redirecting the attention of Abel's grandma and mistress back to cute little Arya.

   Alex and Herbert did not continue this topic.

  The two have already talked about what Abel called Herbert just now.

   Today is the day when Herbert and Barbara came to Smith's house from Austin to visit.

   This kind of thing often happens after Abel and Little Laura establish a relationship.

   It's not Alex and his wife going to Austin's bush estate.

   It’s the Herberts, going to Alex’s place in Houston.

  This time it was Barbara. She wanted to see Abel's illegitimate daughter, so she rushed directly to Smith Farm.

  Alex and Herbert had no choice but to change the place where they visited to here.

  Not so much to worry about, because that's Barbara Shrub.

   "You mean that old lady who wants to see my grandson and wants to hand over her money to Abel?"

   "Just a part of it. We all know that she is very cautious. She never puts all her eggs in one basket."

  Alex complained: "I don't know. I'm not in your position yet."

   Herbert smiled lightly.

   "Has Abel not been absorbed by you free masons?" Alex asked suddenly.

  Herbert nodded lightly, "Not yet. In fact, last year, many people thought that he was not allowed to come in, and the Free Masons Guild was a little abnormal."

   "Then why hasn't he joined yet? Although I don't think your **** organization can really control the world. But I still think it's very good to have a Smith join in."

   Alex said.

   "It's because of me..." Herbert explained softly:

   "It was me and George, who thought it was not time for him to join. We voted no. Those people stopped talking about it because of our relationship with Abel."

  Alex frowned, he looked at his old comrade-in-arms, but did not speak.

  Herbert knew Alex's doubts, so he continued to explain softly:

   "I know your doubts. The reason why we did this is actually to let him directly become the Lord Right. Again, we also hope that he can be the Lord Left, or a senior member."

   "Respectedhost? Is it possible? He's so young."

  Alex said in surprise.

   Old Smith, though not a member of the Freemasons, was a little less qualified.

  But Alex also knows the internal structure of this organization very well.

   Among the Free Masons Guild.

  The person with the most honorable status is generally called "the right master".

   This is a name for Scotland when it was first born in Scotland hundreds of years ago.

   In fact, he is the chairman, directing the affairs of the clubhouse. Have great power and do not need to refer to the opinions of other members. Also officiates ceremonies and celebrations.

  As the name suggests, Zuo Zunzhu is similar to the vice president, and also holds a large part of the power.

   "Nothing is impossible," said Herbert:

   "Before this, who believed that he could turn Morgan and Rockefeller's attacks on him into cooperation with them?"

"And even if he can't reach the sky in one step, the later he joins, the better. Because he is still growing, and time is on Abel's side. The more he joins, the higher his status will be when he joins. What's more, now So is the Free Masons' Guild."

  Alex understood Herbert's explanation, and felt that the old bush's idea was very reasonable.

   It is indeed a way of thinking for Abel from Abel's point of view.

"Then the old lady in England sees him now, is it really just for the custody of funds? As far as I know, she can't control our side now. She doesn't want to accept him in advance before you and let him be that Members on the side."

  After listening to Alex, Herbert actually thought of this possibility a long time ago.

   But he doesn't worry about the possibility, because...it doesn't matter.

  The current Free Masons Guild is no longer the Free Masons Guild it used to be.

   In the beginning, the Freemasons Guild was very powerful.

  After experiencing a split later, a Guangming Gang emerged.

   Later, as the British Empire became the Great Yin Empire, the sun never sets becomes the sun has set.

   Within the Free Masons Guild, various divisions have also been re-established.

  Development to the present, each branch has basically formed its own faction, each in charge of its own, and it is only the same organization in name.

   Like the old lady in Alex's mouth.

  What she can manage now is only the Free Masons Guild in the UK, and some European members.

  The European part is still only a small part with very few members.

  The most powerful faction is undoubtedly in the United States, that is, Herbert and his gang.

  Alex means that the United States is not in a hurry to recruit Abel.

  What if Abel is absorbed by the British side?

Faced with this question, Herbert shrugged, "It doesn't matter. He can be a member of the British Freemason and the American Freemason at the same time. In fact, people don't value such false names. In the new century, we value more It's about real benefits."

  Alex was relieved after hearing this.

  The old man once again felt that he was right in his decision to insist on marrying Abel and the bush.

   If there is no marriage with the bush, no help from Herbert and George.

   Then Abel does not know how many detours he will have to take!

  So, it is true that having an old man in a family is like having a treasure.

  Alex thought happily in his heart, and he heard Herbert say again:

   "The current situation is different. Nowadays, people can be free masons, and they can also be members of the Guangming Gang at the same time... So it depends on the choice of this child, Abel. There is really nothing worthy of attention."

  "Instead of caring about Abel who doesn't need our care at all, we might as well care more about Alexander and Neil."

   "These two children, under the instigation of that **** kid, have gone on a path they shouldn't have taken. Hey, I don't know how far they can go."

   Watching Herbert sigh, Alex also sighed together.

"Why-"

  Smith Sr. knew his son's character.

  Alexander Smith's character, in Alex's opinion, is really not suitable for Zhengzhi.

  Neil Bush, Abel's father-in-law, is actually not a good fit either. But compared to Alexander, Neil is somewhat better.

  After all, the family style of the shrubs is there, and it is familiar from childhood, and it is somewhat different.

   This is called having a foundation.

  Alexander has been a farmer for the first 50 years.

  If there is not a good son in the back, the Yue family with the son is strong enough.

  Alex felt that if Alexander died, he could only be Sheriff of Tarrant.

  It’s not like now. I’ve completed a double jump in two years, and now I’m almost triple jumping. I’m about to go to Austin to become a state legislator.

  The next step is members of Congress, even the governor...

  My son's journey was easy because he was in Texas.

   Can get the grandson, as well as the shrubs and myself with the greatest help.

  Alex shifted the topic to Herbert's son.

   "Herbert, have you really thought it through, do you really want Neil to do that? If that happens, not only George, but you will also be in some trouble."

   Alex said.

"Isn't this your grandson's idea? He convinced my son. Neil is now thinking about being in California and creating what I did in Texas. What else can I do besides supporting him ?”

   said Herbert angrily.

  Alex curled his lips inwardly, thinking that Herbert was acting good after taking advantage of it.

  Although the path Neil chose was much more difficult than that of Alexander.

   Tougher than George and Herbert's.

   To gain a firm foothold in the two most powerful states in the United States at the same time, currently no family can do it.

   But if it succeeds, the power of the shrub family will definitely rise to the point where people can't look directly at it.

   Fortunately, my grandson has already reached a higher position.

  It reached the point where the powerful shrub family was willing to endure for him.

  Thinking of this, Alex's heart felt dark, and he immediately regained his mental balance.

   That's it, take advantage of Texas spring.

  The afternoon sun is not too cold and not too hot.

  The two old men, Herbert and Alex, watched the women teasing their children not far away, and whispered about various topics.

   It seems like many years ago.

  The two were in the same Air Force pilot dormitory, and they talked the same when they couldn't sleep at night.

  …

  …

  Howard Davis' actions are not as verbose as he is when he speaks.

   On the contrary, it is very fast.

  Of course, it might be the master behind him who made him so fast.

  London time, the next day.

  Howard is in the name of the chairman of the Royal Bank of Scotland.

   Bringing a large number of lawyers, accountants, and actuaries to the headquarters of Smith Financial Group (UK).

  The old guy didn't talk too much this time, he got down to business as soon as he came up.

   It took nearly an hour to review the agreement between the two parties, and the lawyer teams of both parties finally confirmed that the agreement was correct.

  Abel, on behalf of Smith Financial Group, and Howard, on behalf of the Royal Bank of Scotland, formally signed the agreement and exchanged contracts.

  Smith Financial has completed the fundraising, the largest private equity fund received in the UK.

  Howard, who exchanged contracts and shook hands with him, smiled and said:

   "Mr. Smith, for the next fifteen years, LPs will just sit back and wait for the bonus."

  Abel handed the contract to the assistant Jess next to him, looked at Howard and smiled:

   "How about we make a bet that next year you will definitely sign me at least another 5 billion pounds."

  Howard smiled with great interest: "Mr. Smith is so sure? Then I can't lose my interest. What's the bet?"

  He can't wait to be happy when the opponent wins, which means he must have made a lot of money.

  So much so that the boss behind him couldn't help but invest another 5 billion pounds.

  Abel laughed and said, "It's a small gamble, one pound a year for a total of 15 years, so how about betting 15 pounds?"

   "Haha, okay, I'll take it!"

  Howard nodded with a smile, and the two sides exchanged greetings for a while, then got up and said goodbye.

   Just when I was about to walk out of the Fury Building in London, where Smith Financial headquarters is located.

  Howard Davis whispered a few words to Abel.

   is the time and address.

   "Kensington Palace, Mr Smith."

   "The time is April 28, and there are 5 days left."

   "When the time comes, Prince William will hold another banquet to invite you."

  Abel smiled and nodded to Howard Davis, indicating that he heard it.

  Howard nodded back to Abel with satisfaction, and then left with a smile.

   And outside the Fury Building.

   There is a large group of British media reporters who have received the wind and are waiting.

  Howard Davis who went out was immediately surrounded by them.

  Howard was stunned when he saw this scene, and after he realized it, he felt a little upset.

  When the old man came, he didn’t leak any news, and there were no reporters outside.

  He stayed inside for more than an hour, but he didn't hear his subordinates say that there was a reporter.

   Now as soon as it comes out, there are so many reporters.

   These **** hid so well, someone must have been walking and even helping.

  Howard was among the reporters and saw a lot of "Daily XX" icons.

   Those are all newspapers and media in the UK under someone's banner.

   There is no doubt that this must be the work of the Yankee inside.

   But at this time, Howard also knew what to say.

   "Mr. Davis! You are the head of the FSA, how did you come out of Smith's building? The FSA is investigating Smith Finance again, and this time you will personally lead the team?"

   "Mr. Howard Davis, some people say that you have a good relationship with Abel Smith in private. Is this true?"

   "Mr. Davis, what do you think of the stock of ITV in the UK? Is someone running a banker or a mouse warehouse?"

   "Mr. Davies, as the head of the FSA. What do you think about the increasing financial crime in London, and will the FSA deal with it more severely?"

   "..."

   Faced with questions from reporters.

  Howard Davis smiled brightly, and he asked his subordinates to take the microphones handed over by some reporters.

  He stood in front of Fury Building, laughed loudly and said:

   "First of all, everyone. I am here today, not as the head of the FSA. Don't forget, I am also the chairman of the Royal Bank of Scotland. I am here today mainly because the Royal Bank of Scotland will and..."

  Behind these reporters in the UK.

  When they heard that the Royal Bank of Scotland, the largest commercial bank in the UK, had also handed over funds to Smith Financial Trusteeship, they suddenly erupted into a huge uproar.

   There is no doubt that in the British financial world, this is definitely big news.

  It’s like in Huaxia, the largest bank in Huaxia’s first universe, Shanggong, handing over money to companies like Goldman Sachs for management.

   It may be better, after all, the national conditions are different.

  The relationship between the United Kingdom and the United States is also different from the relationship between China and the United States.

   But how many will have an impact.

  The reporters were very excited and continued to ask Howard Davis more questions.

   At this time, Abel had already arrived at his office on the top.

  Through the floor-to-ceiling windows, he looked at the crowd of reporters on the ground.

  London Fury Building is not high, only a dozen floors.

   This allowed Abel to even see Howard Davis's upturned white beard when he spoke.

  Seeing the boss's interest, David next to him laughed softly:

   "Presumably our Mr. Davis is a little annoyed now. With so many reporters around, many things will become a little unclear."

  Although Howard Davis' more important identity is actually the chairman of the Royal Bank of Scotland.

  The identity of the director of the FSA is not that important.

  But ordinary Britons don't think so.

  After they see the news.

  I only feel that Howard has entered and exited Smith Financial Company under the circumstances that Smith Financial is currently involved in possible violations of the law, which is really doubtful.

   In this way, Howard Davis had to share the sight of a large number of Smith Financial due to the British ITV stock incident.

  By doing this, Abel was giving Howard Davis a hand.

   But his timing was good.

  When the big guy behind Howard wanted to contact Abel.

   Abel did this, Howard couldn't even get angry.

  In fact, strictly speaking, this is not a big deal.

  Howard is suspected at most, and his reputation in public opinion is not very good.

   If it is more serious, it will only affect his position as the director of the FSA.

   This latter possibility looks bad.

   But Howard Davis, as chairman of the Bank of Scotland.

   At the same time, he is also the director of the Monetary Authority. Many people in the UK are dissatisfied.

   There have been rumors for a long time, asking him to step down and hand over the FSA.

  Even if Abel didn't do this, he wouldn't be here for long.

  Since this is the case, before leaving office, it might as well be used to shield yourself from the gun.

   "Contact David, oh, I mean David over there in New York."

  Abel suddenly spoke softly, and said to a few cronies next to him: "Let's start a new hunt. The goal this time is—"

"GBP!"

  (end of this chapter)