Chapter 211

Chapter 211 Sitting in front of him was the richest man in the world

Hudson's Bay Yards case.

Abel reunited with Rudy Giuliani and Pete Wallon Sr.

Follow up, he told Bloomberg.

This project, before talking to these two old men.

He told Bloomberg.

Bloomberg also returned. Has been identified as this year's Elephant Party candidate to run in the New York election.

If this wasn't told to Bloomberg then.

This can cause misunderstanding between the two sides.

Abel isn't sure what Bloomberg thinks of his approach.

But clearly, Bloomberg supports Abel in this approach. Bloomberg probably knows that too.

It was difficult for him and Abel to swallow the grand Hudson's Bay Place project in one fell swoop.

The aspects involved are too many and complicated.

If one or two people could eat it, it would have been built a long time ago.

".look here."

Bloomberg placed a very thin document on the table. "This is an investigation conducted by Bloomberg, the plots of land near the entire project and their owners."

"Honestly, after seeing the exact number, I felt a bit numb."

"Without reclamation, there will only be 10.5 hectares of land. However, this 10.5 hectares of land has up to 215 owners."

Bloomberg looked at Abel: "Do you know what that means?

What does it mean?

Of course, Abel understood, he couldn't help but sigh.

"This means that even simple destruction is enough to waste too much energy and spirit."

10.5 hectares of land on Manhattan Island of course already has an owner.

On Manhattan Island, there will be no land without an owner. This small island transformed from a prosperous peninsula over two hundred years.

Among them, for a hundred years, it was the financial center of the entire United States.

Over the past fifty years, it has even directly become one of the world's financial centers.

How could such a place and its land have no owner, even if it was such a square meter?

This is why this 10.5 hectare site will be the ultimate hot spot on Manhattan Island. Because according to the layout of the last century, this old town has not had any new construction for forty years.

It has not been renovated and looks like it did decades ago.

This is completely different from Manhattan's prosperous and modern image.

According to the city government's plan, New York wants to demolish it and rebuild in the early 1990s.

But there are too many interests at stake and too many owners who oppose it. In the end, nothing happened.

This is one of the cases of urban reconstruction and abolition filed in the archives of the city government.

As time passes, a new century comes.

Manhattan Island is becoming increasingly prosperous.

It is the last old district on the island, located near the sea. This location is visible to any ship entering or leaving Manhattan Island.

Next to a skyscraper there is an old neighborhood that looks very dilapidated.

This type of contrast makes it even more prominent and eye-catching.

Many foreign tourists visit Manhattan Island for the first time by boat.

They were all amazed at such a prosperous place. Stronghold of capitalism.

This is the 21st century, how can there be such a dilapidated neighborhood?

Just the urban look of the entire island of Manhattan.

Everything must be transformed.

This is why 10.5 hectares of land must be redeveloped. this is also why it can be modified.

But the problem is

Who can manage 10.5 hectares of land of two hundred exaggerated owners?

Abel also doesn't know how the New York City government can finally do this in a parallel space and time.

He has assumptions.

This may be the cause of the super financial crisis after 2008. Although the financial crisis still exists, America still suffers heavy losses.

So is New York.

In this general context, perhaps it was the financial crisis that motivated the city government to want to improve New York's economy.

Finally, major efforts began to be made to resolve this issue and all parties began to support the city government's decision for overall economic reasons.

Or in this great crisis. Many of the more than two hundred landowners went bankrupt and had to sell their most valuable land.

In short, in a parallel space and time, the transformation of this old territory was put on the agenda after 2008 and barely started after 2011.

Thinking of this, even Abel felt a headache.

"Okay. Michael." Abel said:

"So where do you think we should start?"

"Let's start by convincing the owners of this land." Bloomberg came up with the stupidest method. But maybe that's also the best way.

"Create a dedicated lobbying firm. »

"Let this lobbyist talk to the owner of this land."

"Whether it's buying land directly from them. Or letting them participate in equity and use the land as equity to participate in a new development group."

"Or else, any method is available."

"As long as you're willing to collaborate, you can talk about anything and love New York," Bloomberg said. »

"If you don't want to cooperate"

Bloomberg's founder flaunts the appearance of being a capable capitalist.

"So he is our enemy. Our commercial enemy."

"Faced with the enemy, I believe we can use any method to attack it."

"God will approve of us doing this."

"Understand." Abel has nothing to do. Unless there is a foreign aircraft carrier fleet heading towards Manhattan Island right now.

Otherwise, even the White House will be useless in this matter.

"You cannot propose to create this company." Abel thought for a moment and then said: "This year I have more important tasks. Fostering our cooperation is even more important.

"I'm not very good at introducing myself."

"If I start this company, it will make our job more difficult."

"These guys are definitely raising their prices because everyone thinks I'm rich."

Bloomberg laughed:

"What do you mean 'everyone thinks you're rich'?" You are very rich, dear Mr. Smith.

Abel shrugged: "In short, that's it. We need another partner, a partner who can do things."

"At that time, I can pay behind the scenes, you will push behind the scenes, and our people will work in front."

"I think this model can increase efficiency."

Bloomberg agrees.

Bloomberg founder said:

"Triangle is the most stable shape. I agree with you."

"THEREFORE." Abel thought for a moment: "Michael, who do you think we should choose as a collaborator?

Bloomberg mentioned one last name.

Hearing this last name, Abel thought for a moment. He suddenly felt that it might be more appropriate for this family to do so.

"Will they agree?" Abel asked another question.

As a result, Bloomberg waved at him: "That depends on your abilities. My dear partner, you obviously know them better than I do."

Abel thought carefully, it seemed like it was true.

"Alright."

Abel said:

"I will try to contact you. But we don't know if our dear prosecutor is willing to accompany us in this mud or not. »

"I'll wait and see~" Bloomberg smiled.

Abel is good at finance.

He has another advantage in business and in action.

In other words, he is highly mobile.

Whatever you think, whatever you want to do, you will soon do it and do it. This is really an advantage.

He just finished chatting with Bloomberg at noon.

In the afternoon.

He went looking for this potential third-party collaborator.

New York, Manhattan District Attorney's Office Building. At a nearby coffee shop.

"I like the Blue Mountain coffee at this cafe. They make it full of flavor.

At the coffee shop, Robert Morgenthau talks to Abel.

Opposite the prosecutor is Abel.

Next to the prosecutor is the Manhattan District Attorney's Office, Assistant District Attorney, Ms. Peggy Morgenthau. Abel didn't know why this old man had to bring his granddaughter every time he talked to her.

Was it just because of me that I expressed some meaning to his niece?

Abel didn't know, he smiled:

"Compared to the bitterness of Blue Mountain, I still prefer Colombian or Ethiopian Geisha. »

"OH?"

Robert is fat, his eyebrows are thick, white, and raised.

"Peggy also likes Geisha, she says she likes the scent of grass, trees and flowers."

"Um" Abel accidentally looked at Peggy.

discovered that the latter was also looking at Abel with gentle eyes. "Okay. So we have a common interest, Peggy." Abel smiled at Peggy.

Peggy also smiled at him, but didn't speak.

Taking advantage of the opening words, Abel immediately changed the topic to the main topic.

"Robert." Abel said: "I have something to do with you."

Robert smiled: "Of course. Who will do well and find a good prosecutor?"

"Everyone who comes to see me has something to do, which is that no one wants to drink coffee and chat with an old man when they feel lonely. Oh, except my cute little Peggy."

Abel thought: I don't know you very well.

"South of Manhattan Island, Hudson Bay City Plaza." Abel ignored the old man's words of "pity and pity."

Abel said: "Would you like to join us?"

"take part in."

Robert's voice finally became a bit solemn: "Is there a team yet? This is not a small matter."

Obviously 25 years as a prosecutor in this city. Robert, who knows this city better than any other city in New York.

Just a simple sentence from Abel is enough to know what Abel is talking about.

"Yeah, we already have a team." Abel opened his eyes and said nonsense.

"A team strong enough to achieve that."

"Robert. How much property does the Morgenthau family own? Don't you want to leave some blessings to your children and grandchildren in addition to these assets? »

Robert said softly:

"We are a clean and honest legal family, and all of our assets come to us in a fair and legal manner."

"But."

The old man changed the subject: "After all, we have a large population, not all of us are suitable to work for justice in America. There are always kids who need to find something to do.

"THEREFORE.."

Robert looked at Abel: "Do you understand what I mean? Mr. Smith.

"Understand." Abel laughed loudly.

"Tell me who's on your team." Robert said:

"If it is appropriate, perhaps we will comply, but there must be a precondition, which is that Morgenthau can withdraw at any time."

"Alright." Abel was also very straightforward, he said directly:

"This team currently only has two people. Me, Bloomberg."

Robert: "...I take back what I just said."

"So what if I change the way I say this?"

"On this team is the richest man in the world, at least the richest man in New York. There is also the future mayor of New York."

"Future Mayor of New York." Robert thought for a moment: "Bloomberg probably won't succeed. Its competitors are also very strong. New York is no better than before and the Elephant Party is no longer the dominant player.

"For the richest."

Robert smiled and looked at Abel: "Are you talking about yourself?" Mr. Smith?

"Both Buffett and Bush invested in Smith Capital."

Emotionless Abel:

"Among them, Buffett has registered to buy 4% of Smith Capital shares with $16 billion in stock and cash."

"Mr. Morgenthau. I currently own 92% of the company's shares."

"Plus, I have nearly $15 billion in funds under management at Smith Capital."

"In addition to Smith Capital, I have a bank that is among the top 15 banks in America."

"I still have MGM, Elizabeth Gardens and many others."

"When Forbes updated its broken list this year. I think Forbes will tell you who the richest people on the planet are. »

"So fast?" Robert was clearly shocked by Abel's words.

The old man knew Abel was rich.

But I didn't expect him to be so rich.

"Warren Buffett, he also chose you"

Obviously, many of Abel's speeches cannot compare with Buffett's confidence.

In the minds of the older generation of Americans. Buffett, who has a stable investment style, is even more worthy of their trust in this field.

So did Robert.

"Morgenthau can join us." Robert's tone changed again.

"But only if…Bloomberg can actually succeed."

"As long as Bloomberg is successful."

"Then what you said is really hopeful."

Abel took a deep breath. This response is from Robert Morgenthau.

This was also a possibility he had expected.

These old men are all masters who cannot see rabbits or falcons.

It is difficult to make them easily make decisions just because of a few statements or instigations of lobbyists.

Unless they see hope of success. Or make them see that there are many opportunities to receive benefits.

These people will actually choose to end it.

Perhaps Bloomberg also knows this and founder Bloomberg has not yet come forward personally.

let you come.

Thinking of this, Abel nodded. "True. But by then, Morgenthau may no longer be our preferred collaborator."

"Just need Bloomberg to be really successful," Abel said. More people will want to become our collaborators.

Robert smiled:

"Mogenthau doesn't mind being one of the collaborators. I think no matter how many collaborators there are, you should consider letting us join."

This old man!

Abel's teeth itched, because the old man was right.

Who calls the land 10.5 hectares large, it is located on Manhattan Island. Who is staying on Manhattan Island, at least until the old man retires or dies.

As for the judiciary, Morgenthau had the last word.

The release of 10.5 hectares of land will certainly encounter many legal problems.

Without the old manager, there could be big problems.

Just like Robert said. Even if Bloomberg succeeds.

This also had to give way to Morgenthau.

"Alright." Abel let out a breath, resisting the urge to slap the old man.

"Then wait. I want to wait a moment, we will become collaborators in this matter."

"We are eagerly waiting." Robert continued to smile. "Alright."

The old man suddenly stood up: "I still have work to do, I have to go home and take care of it."

Peggy also stood up.

But her grandfather patted her shoulder and she sat back in her chair.

"Let's discuss, young people. If a year from now we really become partners in this matter. In this matter, Peggy and her father will also be responsible."

"As key collaborators in the future, you should understand each other better."

"Young man, let's talk."

Speaking of Robert, he didn't give them a chance to refuse. He turned around and quietly left the cafe, walking towards the prosecutor's office next door. In coffee.

Abel and Peggy sat across the table, the atmosphere was a bit awkward but also very calm.

This silence lasted several minutes.

Abel doesn't think continuing like this will work.

He proactively spoke up: "Peggy, how have you been lately?"

"Not bad."

"How much good is not bad? »

"." Peggy looked up at Abel, her beautiful blue eyes seemed to speak. This seems like saying your topic is boring.

"Hahaha~"

Abel laughed loudly.

I don't know why, but I talked to Peggy.

He enjoyed it, and it made her get rid of that calm and domineering temperament.

Perhaps this is the challenge of the bastards to the best students. After this introduction, the two were finally able to talk for a while.

But soon Abel got up and left.

First of all, he did not want to provoke a legitimate tycoon worthy of a name like Mo Genthau.

Second, Peggy's eyes always make her feel like she can see through everything.

A beautiful woman who is not easily provoked, but also intelligent and a bit excessive. Abel's idea was to avoid it if possible, and he didn't have too many bad intentions.

Farewell to Peggy Morgenthau, after taking the Cadillac Escalade spot on the team.

Abel couldn't help but stretch.

Today's relatively official work has been completed.

Thinking, Abel said to driver Andy: "Let's go to the Woolworth building."

Woolworth Building, Smith Capital's first office. The business later moved to what is now the Smith Building.

But at the Woolworth Building, Abel bought the rights to use the "helipad."

On the plane, he can take a helicopter and travel about 500 km within coverage of New York City.

Work completed.

He wanted to go to 1 13th Street, Huangdian, New York, which had been turned into Elizabeth's back garden. Go ahead and relax.

Take advantage of the time when snow is not falling.

It's best to get there by helicopter.

Unfortunately, midway through the trip, it started snowing again in Manhattan.

The convoy had to turn around and head straight to Manhattan Pier. You can't take a helicopter, and the same goes when you change to a cruise ship.

(end of this chapter)