Chapter 445: The one with the strongest army and the most powerful cavalry is the emperor
"I was born in a poor Jewish neighborhood in Boston, USA. My father was a Lithuanian immigrant who made a living by driving a taxi. My mother opened a knitting shop in the living room of her home and sewed clothes for others to help support the family."
"When I was little, I was beaten by the Irish. When I was twelve, I borrowed two hundred dollars from my uncle and started selling newspapers. When I was sixteen, I had my own business: a candy company."
"Later, I realized that it was faster and easier to make money by starting my own company than by investing in other people's companies, so I successfully invested in 75 companies in the 1960s, ranging from nuclear energy companies to pet stores. This also earned me hundreds of millions of dollars in wealth and successfully entered the American upper class."
Adelson spoke in a leisurely manner, and it was more like he was talking about the first half of his life than talking about business.
Every failed life is different, but every successful life sounds like a legend.
This is especially true for self-made tycoons like Lin Zehao and Adelson. It is no exaggeration to say that some of the plots cannot even be written in novels, but this is indeed the reality.
Although Lin Zehao couldn't figure out Adelson's tactics, he remained calm and acted as a qualified listener.
"By the way, I'm still in touch with those Irish guys. One of them is called Frank Sheeran, he's a very good fighter. I'll introduce him to you when I have the chance."
"However, maybe it's because I'm getting older, I suddenly want to own a business of my own. This way I won't have lived in vain in this world, and I can finally leave some unique footprints of my own."
"It just so happens that the gambling industry in Macau is undergoing changes, and I also want to get involved and obtain a license."
Although Adelson was very sincere, Lin Zehao didn't believe a single punctuation mark of what he said.
For anyone who can create such a large business from scratch, it is not as simple as it seems.
Especially the Jews.
Especially when talking about business.
This is even more true when the two are combined.
Seeing that Lin Zehao was just listening with a smile and had no intention of talking, Adelson had to continue: "Lin, I hope to cooperate with you and win a license together."
Lin Zehao still had no intention of playing according to the routine. He just spread his hands and said, "Sheldon, to be honest, I have already taken one gambling card. As for the only remaining one, I am not very interested in it."
After these words came out, Adelson almost spit out the wine in his mouth, his eyes were filled with shock!
Given Lin Zehao's status, he would definitely not speak without a purpose. Such a lie that could be easily exposed would do him no good.
In this way, the truth of the matter became very simple and clear. Before the bidding conference was held and the results were not yet clear, Lin Zehao actually obtained one of the gambling licenses!
What does this mean?
This shows that Lin Zehao in Haojiang is really all-powerful!
Isn't this exactly the partner Adelson is looking for?
"Dear Lin, we must cooperate. This will bring more benefits than disadvantages to both of us!"
"As long as we cooperate, with only three gambling licenses, we will occupy two-thirds of the gambling market in Haojiang. By then, even the He family will be slightly inferior!"
"Given time, we may be able to reach a higher level!"
Adelson looked a little excited and even started dancing.
"But why should I cooperate with you?"
"You know, business is business. Give me a reason."
Lin Zehao's words were like a bucket of cold water, pulling Adelson back to the real world.
Adelson stroked his chin and said thoughtfully, "I know you are also a wealthy man with assets no less than mine, so talking about money is a bit vulgar for the two of us."
"I can provide you with resources that will give you more possibilities for development."
"For example, we can open a brand new casino in Las Vegas. You know, compared to Macau, it is the real gambling city that belongs to the world!"
It would be too simplistic to simply measure business at their level with money. In many cases, it is just an exchange of resources.
Only in this way can a power barrier be formed, making this small circle more stable.
"It sounds good, but the specific details still need to be negotiated."
"But overall, this cooperation is quite attractive to me. What kind of cooperation method do you plan to adopt?"
Adelson said, "We will jointly hold shares in a company, each holding 50%. You only need to help me get the gambling license and be responsible for daily operations and management. I will give you 60% of the shares, and I will be responsible for the funding, which will account for 40%."
"As for the casino in Las Vegas, we can sign a cooperation intention contract. The specific cooperation method still needs to be determined after on-site inspection. What do you think?"
It has to be said that Adelson was very clear-headed and the conditions he offered were quite generous. He was not foolish enough to think that he could outshine Lin Zehao in Macau. He took the initiative to settle for the second best, which was quite wise.
"Okay, let's leave the details to the people below to discuss."
"Also, I happen to have a piece of land with an area of 700,000 square meters. You can consider choosing this as the location for the casino."
With the first round of funds from American Express Bank in place, the equipment and workers for artificial reclamation have gradually begun to enter the site. As soon as accurate news comes from Gausda, construction can begin immediately.
Lin Zehao, the landlord, also needs to consider the leasing of these 700,000 square meters of land.
After all, he couldn't use such a large place all for internal use, so he had to rent out part of it. This way he could earn rent, enhance the influence of the Hutchison brand, and plan the business ecosystem well.
"Oh? There's such a good place. I'll take the floor plan first. When I get back, I'll ask professionals to plan it and then tell you the specific location."
Adelson didn't expect Lin Zehao to be so well prepared. Not only was he able to get a license, but he was even able to pull off such a large project as artificial land reclamation.
More importantly, from what he heard from Lin Zehao's implication, it seemed that the ownership of this land belonged to him alone?
As far as he knew, this kind of private land property was almost impossible to achieve in this place.
Suppressing his shock, Adelson could only sigh that it was fortunate that he had listened to the advice of the American Express directors and indeed chose the right person to cooperate with, which enabled many things to come to fruition.
Otherwise, relying solely on himself, even though he is rich, there are many things in this area that cannot be accomplished with money alone, and without the right connections, he can only watch helplessly.
After seeing off Adelson who returned satisfied, Lin Zehao called Gaosda again.
The phone was connected after a few rings, and Gao Sida's slightly excited voice came from the receiver, "Dear Lin, do you know magic, the traditional Eastern witchcraft?" "Otherwise, why did you call me just when I received the message?"
Lin Zehao raised his beautiful eyebrows and said, "What do you mean?"
Gao Sida immediately suppressed his inner excitement and whispered, "Your mission is accomplished!"
"I have used my great power this time and found two members of the parliament to push this matter forward for you."
"Lisbon has already drafted and stamped the document, and it will reach you in about a week at the latest."
"Congratulations! From now on, you will be the only private land owner in Haojiang, and judging from the current situation, there will probably be no one like you in the future."
Gaosda's tone was somewhat emotional. This time, he used Lin Zehao's 100 million US dollars to settle a lot of relationships, and the transfer was also confirmed. He will definitely step down as governor next year and enter the Portuguese parliament as one of the 230 members.
The Portuguese Parliament is a unicameral system with legislative, supervisory, financial control and personnel powers. It has great power, and Costa has been promoted this time.
"By the way, I have to tell you in advance that thanks to you, I will be transferred to the mainland to serve as a member of parliament next year. The next Governor of Haojiang will probably be Ma Junxian."
"Don't worry, I will greet him in advance. I will arrange for you two to get to know each other before I take office. From now on, you will be considered one of our own."
There are also many factions in Portugal. With Gaosda as a guide, many things will be much easier.
"Then congratulations in advance. In that case, I still need your help. Since you are leaving your post soon, you don't mind bearing more infamy, right?"
Lin Zehao briefly talked about Adelson's affairs in a joking tone.
Of course, he said what he could say, but he didn't say a word of what he couldn't say. He had mastered the right balance to perfection.
"No problem, it's just a small matter. I'm going to be transferred anyway, so I don't have any scruples about doing it."
Gao Sida's reply satisfied Lin Zehao. He smiled and said, "Don't worry. I will never let my friends suffer. I have the idea of opening a casino in Portugal. We can cooperate then."
Gao Sida burst into laughter upon hearing this, and kept saying that being friends with Lin Zehao was the best choice in his life.
During the time when Lin Zehao was building relationships and finalizing arrangements, the thugs from Hutchison were also not idle. They had been carrying out the orders of their boss and continuously killing the manpower of the Water Room and the Number Gang.
During this period, all the territories of the Water House Gang and the Number Gang were plowed by Hutchison. Although they did not lose any territory on the street, the gangsters under their command suffered directly. Although the number of deaths was small, almost all of them were injured and could not even be admitted to hospital wards.
The entrance of the water room.
Shuifang Lai and Heizi Hua sat in the first seat. Looking at the room full of wounded soldiers, they felt their temples throbbing and had an extreme headache, as if it would explode at any time.
The already smoky hall was further aroused by the sound of the friction of flint. If one could selectively ignore the pungent smell of tobacco, it would indeed be like a paradise in heaven.
"Fuck his mother!"
"Hutchison is like a rabid dog, biting us everywhere!"
"I don't know whether their Sijiuzi had an injection or took drugs, why is his fighting power so strong?"
"If it weren't for the support from Hong Kong Island, we would have been defeated by Hutchison Whampoa long ago with just these rotten sweet potatoes and stinky bird eggs!"
Shuifang Lai was like a nagging woman, talking non-stop and not even noticing the cigarette ash in her mouth.
As for Hei Zai Hua, he also had a sad look on his face. He said nothing and just kept smoking.
"Alas, people in the underworld say that the mental outlook of the Hutchison 49ers is different from that of other societies. Now I really understand that."
"Three of us couldn't beat one man, and we were even killed in return. It was really embarrassing."
"If this trend continues, we will need to apply for more manpower, otherwise tomorrow or the day after tomorrow our camp will be full of wounded soldiers, with no one left to fight."
Hei Zai Hua really couldn't understand why things turned out like this.
It was obvious that Hutchison had far fewer people than the two of them combined, but it was still losing ground.
According to the script, shouldn't Hutchison be beaten to the point of crying for help, and Wei Longhao personally come to apologize? Will they become new underworld legends?
How come things are completely reversed now?
"The most important thing now is not to ask for help, but to think carefully about how to threaten Hutchison Whampoa and force Wei Long Hao to transfer reinforcements from Hong Kong Island!"
"Only by doing this can we be considered to have completed the order from above. Otherwise, if we just keep asking for support without making any progress, you should know the consequences."
Shuifang Lai is different from Heizihua. His system is more strict than Anle's, and Shenxianjin has stronger control over the society. If this matter goes wrong, his position in the society will definitely be affected.
"They say you know how to eat brains, and you're very smart, so why is your brain not so smart now?"
"It's true that this is the first time we've dealt with Wei Longhao, but do you think this is also the first time that the leaders of the society have dealt with Wei Longhao?"
"It's not that easy to force Wei Longhao to send more troops. As for the consequences? We are in a wartime state now. Even if we want to settle the score later, we have to wait until everything is settled."
Hei Zai Hua then threw the cigarette butt aside, looking like he had mastered a plan. "As the saying goes, when a man dies, the birds fly back to the sky. If he doesn't die, he will live forever. What you should think about now is not the so-called consequences, but how to use this opportunity to strengthen ourselves."
"We two know the situation in Haojiang best. As long as we speak with one voice, we can get whatever benefits we want."
"After this battle, regardless of whether we win or lose, strengthening our own strength is the best strategy!"
"Haven't you heard the saying that since ancient times, the one with the strongest army and the most powerful horse has become the emperor?"
(End of this chapter)
