America's Road to Wealth

Chapter 475 The Tolerance of the Shrub Family

United States, Texas.

North Central, Tarrantshire.

It was a fine day in Tarrantshire, mostly sunny and cloudless for the whole of the county.

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.

That faces the front of 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 little girl has completely seduced my grandson's soul, and now he's looking for you instead of me, my own grandfather."

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

Herbert laughed.

"It would be nice if that was the case. But in fact, it's my cutest little granddaughter who was seduced by your bastard grandson... Look, because I love him so much. She can even tolerate 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 her baby in her arms.

Seeing Herbert's eyes looking over, and his pointing fingers.

There was some tension on the face of the pretty young woman.

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

As an American, being pointed at by a big man like the former commander-in-chief.

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 weird if you weren't nervous!

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

Also standing were two old women.

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

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 soul duo of the Bush family, Barbara Pierce Bush.

"Don't be nervous, kid."

Barbara's 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, George and I may still be digging for oil in the Gulf of Mexico."

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

Arya Smith also said softly beside her.

Barbara smiled and didn't answer Aliya's words.

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

Alex and Herbert did not continue this topic either.

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

Today was the day when Herbert and Barbara, the two of them, came to visit the Smiths from Austin.

This kind of thing often happened after Abel and little Laura established a relationship.

Not the Alexis couple going to Austin's bush estate.

That's the Herberts, to Alex's place over there in Houston.

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

Alex and Herbert had no choice but to change the location of their visit to this place.

Not much to worry about, because that was Barbara Bush.

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

"Just part of it. We all know she's 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 slightly.

"Abel, hasn't he been absorbed by you free masons?" Alex asked suddenly.

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

"Then why hasn't he joined yet? Although I don't think your bullshit 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 didn't speak.

Herbert knew Alex's doubts, so he continued to explain softly:
"I know your doubts. The reason why we did this is because we want him to directly become Lord Right. Again, we also hope that he can be Lord Left, or a senior member."

"Respected host? Is that 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 "Right Master".

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

In fact, it is the president, who directs 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 about 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's words, Herbert actually thought of this possibility a long time ago.

But he wasn't worried about this possibility, because...it didn't matter.

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

In the beginning, the Free Masons Guild was very powerful.

Later, after experiencing a split, a Guangming Gang came out.

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

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

Up to now, 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 England and some European members.

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

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

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

So 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 breathed a sigh of relief.

The old man felt again that he had been right in insisting on the marriage between Abel and the bush.

If it hadn't been for the marriage to the bush, and the help from Herbert and George.

Then Abel didn't know how many detours he had to take!

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

Alex thought happily in his heart, and he heard Herbert say again:
"The current situation is different. People nowadays can be freelance stonemasons, or they can also be members of the Guangming Gang at the same time... So it depends on the choice of this child, Abel, and it really doesn't matter too much."

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

"These two children, under the instigation of that bastard boy, 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.

"Hey--"

Smith Sr. knew his son's character.

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

Neil Shrub, Abel's father-in-law, isn't really a good fit either.But compared to Alexander, Neil is somewhat better.

After all, the family style of other people's shrubs is there, and they have been familiar with them since childhood, but they are somewhat different.

This is called foundation.

As for Alexander, he had been a farmer for the first 50 years.

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

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

Unlike now, I completed the double jump in two years, and now I'm almost triple jumping, and I'm going to Austin to be a state senator.

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

Son's way is easy, because it is in Texas.

The grandchildren, the shrubs, and myself are the greatest help.

Alex shifted the topic to Herbert's son.

"Herbert, have you really thought about it clearly, 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.

Even harder 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.

To the point where even the powerful shrub family is 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.

Lukewarm sunshine in the afternoon.

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 quarters and had the same conversation 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.

With a large number of lawyers, accountants, and actuaries, they went 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 legal teams of both parties finally confirmed that the agreement was correct.

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

This is the largest private equity fund that Smith Financial has received in the UK, and the fundraising has been completed.

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

"Mr. Smith, for the next 15 years, LPs will sit back and wait to eat their dividends."

Abel handed over the contract to his assistant Jess, looked at Howard and said with a smile:
"How about we make a bet that next year you will definitely sign me at least another 50 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 50 billion pounds.

Abel laughed and said, "It's a small gamble, one pound a year for a total of 1 years, so how about betting 1 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 he was about to walk out of the Fury Building in London, where Smith Financial's headquarters are located.

Howard Davis whispered a few words to Abel.

is the time and address.

"Kensington Palace, Mr Smith."

"The time is April 4, and there are 28 days left."

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

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

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

And outside the Furui Building.

A large group of British media reporters who had received the news were waiting.

Howard Davis who went out was immediately surrounded by them.

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

When the old man came, he didn't leak the 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.

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

These bastards hid so well, someone must have been walking around and even helping them.

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

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

There is no doubt that this must be the handiwork 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. Are you leading the team this time?"

"Mr. Howard Davis, it is said 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 swarming.

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

Standing in front of the Fury Building, he laughed loudly and said:
"First of all, everyone. I am not here today as the head of the FSA. Don't forget, I am also the chairman of the Royal Bank of Scotland. The main reason I am here today is that the Royal Bank of Scotland will be with..."

Later, these journalists 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.

This is 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 Britain and the United States is also different from the relationship between China and the United States.

But how much 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.

The Furui Building in London is not high, with only a dozen floors.

This allowed Abel to even see Howard Davis' white beard curled up 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 the more important identity of Howard Davis is actually the chairman of the Royal Bank of Scotland.

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

But ordinary Brits 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.

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

In doing so, Abel was giving Howard Davis a hand.

But his timing was good.

When the big guy behind Howard wanted to get in touch with Abel.

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

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

At best, Howard was suspected, and his reputation was not very good.

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

The 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 long been rumors asking him to step down and hand over the FSA.

Even if Abel hadn't been doing this, he wouldn't have been around for long.

That being the case, before leaving office, it might as well be used to shield oneself from the gun.

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

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

"GBP!!"

(End of this chapter)