Chapter 245 Investor Jack
Before this, there was always speculation as to why Jack Sparrow was always alone.
For a young and wealthy figure of the new generation like him, there will never be a lack of female companions around him.
Whether it was during the "Homecoming" or came to the city of Narnia, standing in the sun or under the lamp, there was only that solitary shadow.
No matter who sent an invitation to him, there was only a voice of rejection without exception.
Almost lived a Puritan life.
At this moment, the many guests who heard Tu Fu's initiative to introduce the visitors all exclaimed in disbelief, and instinctively turned their attention to Miss Diweibuket who had just arrived.
Her smile is so healing, her body and beauty are impeccable, just like a young lady who grew up in a noble family, who is present when the orchestra is playing, and enters the arena skillfully accompanied by the melodious music.
Finally, the party ushered in its hostess.
"Ruth Divibuket? Sounds like a good name, very skilled, could it be a certain lady he knew in the past?
In other words, is it too cunning to use a pseudonym to express your love, no, next time, you must listen to him say those words himself, for sure. "
Sophie's breezy smile concealed many inner thoughts.
She walked to the side of Tu Fu who had put on a fake beard with small steps, stretched out her tender arms, and embraced gently as she did when she was parting.
Tu Fu didn't think so much at all, and this title was purely a playful trick of his: "Jack and Ruth, how can there be a more suitable combination of mandarin ducks at sea than this."
There wasn't too much time for greetings, and there were still many guests at the party, all of whom came for the gold-lettered signboard of "Jack Sparrow".
There are representatives of the Governor's Mansion, generals of the Lantis Colonial Army, and elites from the United Chamber of Commerce of the Islands.
With the exception of the pirates, I am afraid, all the important figures in Narnia were invited to this newcomer's party.
Throwing a huge party can be regarded as the fastest way for a rich man to integrate into the local circle.
The high society of Narnia is also willing to give him a face as a new resident, and there is no shortage of people who deserve to cheer.
After Sophie arrived, Tu Fu non-stop led her to introduce the guests.
"Ruth, this is the mayor of Narnia. The prosperity of this island city today is inseparable from this hardworking and humble gentleman."
He smiled and looked at a middle-aged man wearing a top hat, suit and leather shoes. In theory, he first introduced the person with the most distinguished status present, which was in line with etiquette.
The mayor spoke very well, "You're welcome. It's Narnia's good fortune to welcome someone like Mr. Sparrow. I look forward to building this beautiful city together in the future."
Looking at the flattering person in front of him, it was hard to imagine that he was actually a mayor.
But even Sophie knew that the mayor of this kind of place was just the executor of orders and did not have decision-making power.
The most powerful person in Paradise City should be General Felice of the Governor's Mansion, a fierce man who was personally awarded the rank of major general by the Landis government.
He has maintained law and order here for several years, and almost stamped his own brand on this island city.
Naturally, Tu Fu couldn't invite that person because of his face, and the Governor's Mansion just sent a representative to give some gifts.
"This is the director of St. Nordin's Bank in the Islands, Mr. Sullivan, a great banker."
Tu Fu looked at a young director present, and half-jokingly half-seriously said: "If there is no San Nordin National Bank, I don't think I can live in such a house, respect Mr. Sullivan."
"Hello, Mr. Sullivan." Sophie also nodded with a smile.
The banker smiled wryly: "Don't make such jokes again. There is no house in this world that you don't deserve. Could it be that you are talking about the royal palace?"
"Look, this is the sense of humor of the Lantis people." Tu Fu smiled and said, "I have always had a crush on the San Nordin National Bank, sir, can you tell me the story you told me last time?
Ruth must be willing to listen. "
Speaking of this, the banker Sharvin turned serious and said solemnly: "That is not a story, but a story that happened.
The St. Nottingham National Bank is extremely concerned about the conduct of customers. Even if there are no security guards and iron guardrails, even if there are a lot of gold, silver and banknotes on the counter, no customers will touch them randomly.
It was even reported in The Nottingham, where we gathered our loyal customers who were used to depositing their money in the bank, and blindfolded each of them, claiming that we would put money in the pocket of one of them. On a gold bar.
But after that they have to return, but there will be no security to stop them from leaving.
Then we secretly put many gold bars weighing seven or eight pounds in the pockets of every customer.
Half an hour later, a surprising thing happened,
All gold bars will be returned in their original amount. "
When Salvin boasted about his bank, he did not forget how noble the virtues of the Polantis were.
"That's because you didn't meet me."
Tu Fu kept smiling, and subconsciously slapped himself inwardly.
Although he knows that a story like this may not be very true, it will definitely be the perfect story for executives to talk about when they are pulling investment at a banquet.
One has been carefully polished and flaunts its own characteristics. As long as the logic is self-consistent, the story is touching, and investors can be persuaded, a large amount of investment must be indispensable.
Storytelling has always been an important ability to attract investment.
"I think we will have the opportunity to cooperate in the future."
After accepting the business card from the other party, Tu Fu continued to introduce the distinguished guests to Sophie.
The party was largely devoid of gang members and gray-field businessmen, except for a man named Dodge Morgan, except for serious business people.
"This is Mr. Dodge, the owner of the largest plantation in the Mogadishu Islands. Most of the cannabis herb plantations in Narnia are in his hands, and the raw tobacco shipped from the southern continent also passes through Mr. Dodge. The factory is then shipped to the North Continent.
I have carefully calculated the profit here, and it is by no means a small sum. In fact, Mr. Dodge is, in my opinion, the richest man on the island. "
Tu Fu deliberately laughed and talked to kill him.
Hearing the industry the other party was engaged in, Sophie's face flashed an imperceptible indifference, and she greeted her unevenly.
The Kingdom of Baia has better control over narcotics, so few people come into contact with such prohibited drugs.
But along the way, Sophie has seen countless addicts who are dying, not to mention skinny, most of them have been ruined by this kind of ghost thing.
Even if she is only playing a new role, it is difficult for her to show any kindness to those who are engaged in such a dirty business.
And the planter Dodge, who has been in business for a long time, is not a simple person. Hearing Tu Fu's welcome, he immediately put on a surprised and humble expression:
"Why do you say that, I'm just a small person, a nominal agent.
Anyone who is engaged in our industry knows that outsiders seem to have a bright future, but the troublesome high tobacco tax will take away more than 90% of our profits in a legal form, and in the end there is no money left in our pockets.
Compared with you, my poor business is really worthless. "
Those who know a little bit of inside information will naturally know that although this person's mouth is not entirely true, the truth is similar, even if they make fake accounts to evade taxes.
In the end, most of the profits will be taken away by the Landis government,
It's not too much difference to say that it's an agent.
After a round of introductions, Tu Fu perfectly integrated into this high-end circle.
He talked and laughed with bankers, real estate developers, and plantation owners. Even though he had never been in contact with these industries before, it did not prevent him from speaking vividly based on his past knowledge.
Even relatives like Sophie who knew his background were taken aback by what he said.
In her opinion, Tu Fu didn't choose the way of con artist, which was a waste of talents.
Tu Fu, who was originally the host of the party, became the most dazzling sun after socializing around. Those elites who flattered him began to try to find out the secret of his wealth.
"May I ask, are you coming to Narnia for vacation, or are you planning to make some investments?" Banker Sullivan asked first.
"It's both."
Tu Fu signaled the maid to pour alcohol into the wine glass, and raised the glass high to toast to everyone, drinking glass after glass.
Perhaps as Uncle Roman said, milk beer is no longer suitable for many occasions.
"My girlfriend Ruth and I stayed in Narnia for a while. I like this free city. If you come across a good investment, it's okay to invest some money."
"What are the good investments you mean?"
"Some...opportunities to flip currency."
Tu Fu had already drank a lot of wine in a row, and his face was flushed. "To tell you the truth, I have news about some policy changes in the Northern Continent... As long as you enter the game at the right time, it's really easy to earn some foreign exchange spreads..."
His body was staggering, and he quietly looked at Sophie to signal her to cooperate.
"Friends, give you a piece of advice...it's best not to keep money in your own hands. It's meaningless except to let it depreciate every year."
Sophie understood immediately, and naturally knew that she should be careful when speaking now.
A smart salesperson should not take the initiative to beg customers when talking about business, but use smarter methods to make customers beg to buy your products.
She hurried up to help the drowsy Tufu, her voice was not loud but could be clearly heard by others, "Jack, it's really disrespectful for you to talk to guests while drunk, you might as well go back to your room to rest first."
"Ruth...you...you're right, everyone thinks I didn't say anything."
Tu Fu seemed to have revealed something serious. After hearing Sophie's advice, his mind cleared up a lot in an instant.
This little episode almost killed all the powerful people in the party.
They wanted to understand each other's source of money, and finally heard the secret of this rich gentleman's wealth, and they were already itching all over their bodies.
If you are lucky and follow up with one or two projects, you may get a lot of rewards.
But at this critical moment, Jack Sparrow kept his mouth shut, which was really tickling.
Even if the super party in front of you is extremely luxurious, full of champagne and food atmosphere, there are groups of hot girls with scant cloth in the swimming pool.
After playing the orchestra's brilliant performances one after another, the joyful atmosphere reached its peak.
But the tycoons of various industries in Narnia who only want to make money have no interest at all.
They are not interested in anything other than making money.
...
long into the night,
Wait until all guests have enjoyed themselves.
The mansion at No. 6 Clear Water Bay is already full of mess, no matter how high-class social activities are, the venue after having fun is always very unsightly.
Fortunately, the housekeeper Alfred was busy to help, and he personally went into battle to direct the servants to clean up the garbage after the party.
In a short period of time, the mansion was restored to its original state. After the noise just now, there was only a frighteningly lonely silence.
"Excuse me, Alfred, you should also go to rest." Tu Fu took the initiative to signal them to leave, and did not forget to add,
"This week's salary will be settled at three times the original salary."
With Tu Fu's permission, his housekeeper, together with the many servants and maids, thanked them repeatedly and put down their work as if they were pardoned.
Tu Fu looked at the gratitude of the maids with different appearances from the corner of his eye, and secretly thought it was funny. He never thought that the dream that had not been realized in Göttinghagen would be realized here.
"Rich Mr. Sparrow, can you tell me what you really think now."
Sophie came to his lounge and closed the door tightly when no one was around.
It was just the two of them in the room.
"Frankly, at first I just took this identity to save my life, but then I started to like this new identity."
Tu Fu got up slowly, and quietly looked at the girl in front of him who was willing to take risks with him, "This is a place outside of order, full of crises everywhere.
Look, there are countless pirates hiding in the city, someone wants to kidnap me, someone wants to kill me, whether it's Tuf or Jack, no matter what they do, someone always wants your life.
Instead of being so passive, it's better to use my current identity to make some fuss, a rich kid with huge wealth, at least let those people dare not do anything to me for the time being. "
"Then why don't you keep a low profile?" Sophie asked puzzled, "Wouldn't it be better to hide like an ordinary person."
"Low-key? A low-key persona is not conducive to my revenge on Landis, Sophie. This country caused me to go into exile overseas and sent people to kill me, so it is reasonable to pay some price now, right?"
Although Tu Fu's expression was calm, Miss Winston could still feel his anger.
His meaning is very clear, the perpetual motion machine can never end.
The "perpetual motion machine" project caused him to be imprisoned, not to mention that a superhuman who was close to the level of a demigod came to the prison to assassinate Tu Fu, causing the whole country to shake.
In the end, he became a homeless person who could not return home.
How could it be said that Tu Fu didn't have any resentment in his heart.
Under Sophie's puzzled expression, Tu Fu unhurriedly took out a map, pointed to the location and affirmed: "Look, Narnia is the core of the Mogadishu Islands.
Apart from the Southern Continent, Lantis is the most dazzling overseas pearl. Narcotics and slave trade are the financial leaders of Narnia. I checked the situation of this city before I came here. The annual tribute income is enough for Lantis to feed a naval fleet. "
"So what are you going to do?" Sophie also calmed down.
"Personally destroy the city's economic lifeline." Tu Fu said with a determined expression, "As an investor, use a crazy scam to get everyone involved."
"I will help you."
"Sophie, this is not something glorious, it's even... shameful."
"Because I know you well, no matter what you do, I will support you as always."
Tu Fu smiled wryly, not knowing why, "What if I go to hell because of this?"
"Then I will accompany you to hell."
Miss Sophie Winster answered without hesitation.
PS: Sorry, it's a bit late, today is just one chapter