1977: The beginning of the blind date with the daughter of the king

Chapter 754 People from the Embassy Arrive!
Li Changhe's words made James sit there and think carefully. He was seriously considering the so-called "capital" model.

Li Changhe didn't disturb them, and was also pondering his actions.

In fact, Li Changhe originally planned to help the California conglomerate, thereby becoming a parasite within it and maintaining his cooperative relationship with Rockefeller to protect his interests in the United States.

But right after James finished speaking to Li Changhe, Li Changhe suddenly considered a very real problem: after the collapse of the Soviet Union, the United States' manufacturing industry would be largely relocated overseas.

It was precisely because of the relocation of manufacturing that American conglomerates declined, while various forms of capital flourished in return.

Capital, frankly speaking, is a highly specialized thing. It's no longer something that can be controlled by a single individual, but rather it's often an aggregation of certain forces and interests.

Li Changhe suddenly realized that he could also gather a concept of capital in California in advance.

However, in that case, he would probably be tied to the Elephant Party.

After all, once capital is gathered, it becomes difficult to be a fence-sitter; there must be a dominant force behind the scenes to protect them, and wavering between sides is not an option.

If Li Changhe were to pursue capital interests in California now, he would undoubtedly be tied to the Elephant Party.

Although the Democratic Party's policies are more open to foreign capital and immigrants, Li Changhe is also aware that the Democratic Party's openness is aimed at Europe, and they are actually quite resistant to Dongda University.

That's why Li Changhe introduced the concept of capital to James.

Soon, James gradually formed a general direction in his mind and digested Li Changhe's ideas.

"Vic, since you said we want to get into capital and delve into a certain industry, what direction do you think we should take next?"

James then asked seriously.

Li Changhe smiled slightly: "James, I suggest you pay more attention to the computer sector. I think it will be a huge electronics market in the future. In addition, I am very optimistic about Silicon Valley, where Stanford is located. I think it will become one of the world's core areas in the future."

Li Changhe didn't mention the internet, since the concept of the internet doesn't even exist yet.

Let's get this guy focused on PCs and semiconductors first.

Moreover, given the restrictions imposed on the US banking industry, the business scope of Bank of America and Wells Fargo actually covers Silicon Valley, which is a natural advantage for them.

As a foreigner, Li Changhe could not possibly infiltrate Silicon Valley in various ways, but by leveraging the connections of Bank of America and Wells Fargo, he could openly and legitimately do so.

"I understand."

James nodded. He knew that Victor was indeed quite interested in Silicon Valley and had even founded the technology company Loong there. Victor hadn't lied to him.

After James left, Li Changhe sat there and pondered for a while.

James's behavior suggests that there may have been a split within the California financial group. Some families wanted to cooperate with Rockefeller, but others, such as the banking forces represented by James, were bound to oppose it.

It seems the California conglomerate is slowly collapsing. I wonder how much of that monster in the military-industrial complex will be left for the California conglomerate.

In the afternoon, after Li Changhe had nothing else to do, he returned to Beverly Hills.

He hasn't scheduled a meeting with Ricci yet, and he's not in a hurry to leave Los Angeles.

After returning to Beverly Hills, Li Changhe went straight back to his ultra-luxurious estate.

Adjani and her friends are here right now. They don't live here, but they sometimes come here to play. After all, Li Changhe's manor has many facilities, including a swimming pool, a mansion, a tennis court, and a movie theater, in addition to the swimming pool and mansion.

At this moment, Adjani and her teammates are playing tennis.

In Europe and America, football, basketball, and rugby are often sports favored by the lower and middle classes, while tennis and golf are often sports favored by the upper class, with tennis being particularly popular.

Li Changhe guessed that it might be because this thing requires strength but does not produce direct physical confrontation, and it also involves a bit of technical skill, which is why it is favored by the upper class in Europe and America. To put it bluntly, it is elegant and has a sense of powerful beauty.

But to be fair, girls in athletic skirts running back and forth on the tennis court are indeed a sight to behold!

"Vic, can you take over for me? I'm tired!"

Seeing Li Changhe approaching, Ajani took the initiative to speak up, wanting to join the fray.

After all, she was the oldest and shortest of the four, and compared to the energetic eighteen or nineteen-year-old girls, she was indeed less physically fit.

"All right!"

Li Changhe stepped forward and took the racket from Isabelle Adjani.

How do you fight this thing?

Li Changhe gripped the paddle and asked curiously.

"I'll teach you, Mr. Victor!"

Monica, a teammate standing nearby, came over and took the initiative to teach him.

Actually, the rules of tennis aren't that difficult. Li Changhe recalled the "Prince of Tennis" manga he had read in his previous life, so he understood the general rules. The rest was just about the hitting techniques.

Li Changhe quickly grasped the key to generating power, because he had played badminton in his previous life, and many of the techniques in this game were similar to those in badminton.

Then, the atmosphere on the field changed completely.

For Li Changhe, who was tall and strong, this thing was a complete disaster for Sophie and Yeli. He easily crushed them with Monica.

"That's amazing, Vic, you're such a skilled expert."

After winning, Monica, in a very unsportsmanlike manner, started dribbling and charging at people, suddenly hugging Li Changhe tightly. Then, a fragrant breeze wafted towards her face, and her cheeks felt gently warm.

"That's too much! No, I want to be on Mr. Victor's side too!"

Sophie Marceau then ran over and pulled Li Changhe across to the other side.

This damn competitive spirit.

In the end, Li Changhe, along with Sophie and Yeli, each won a round.

Although Sophie Marceau and Yerry weren't as enthusiastic as Monica later on, it has to be said that after playing a tennis match, the initial awkwardness between the group of people did indeed disappear a lot.

"Let's have dinner here tonight. I'll have a chef team come up!"

Li Changhe said casually.

Now, he no longer needs to go to a restaurant; he can simply arrange for a team of chefs to come up.

"Of course! Let's take a shower first, and then we'll think about what to eat!"

Adjani smiled and said, "After exercising, I was covered in sweat, so of course I had to take a shower first."

The villa has many rooms, each with its own bathroom.

However, when Li Changhe arrived at his room, he was surprised to find a tall figure following behind him.

"Monica?"

Li Changhe turned his head and looked at Monica, who had followed him.

"Vic, I want to shower with you!"

Monica boldly and fieryly stated that a single tennis match was enough for her to make up her mind.

How could Li Changhe possibly refuse?

After all, just now, the opponent's foul of charging with the ball had already made him realize the scale of the situation.

Ever since!
After taking a shower, Yerry and Sophie arrived at the luxurious living room. After waiting for a long time, they were puzzled when they saw Adjani come by herself.

"Do they really need that long to shower?"

Yeri asked in confusion.

Adjani smiled slightly: "Perhaps. Why don't we think about what we want to eat tonight?"

"I want to eat steak!" Yerry said innocently.

At that moment, an unbelievable idea suddenly popped into Sophie Marceau's mind.

Monica, no
About an hour later, Li Changhe walked over, looking refreshed.

Have you decided what to eat yet?

Early in the morning, Li Changhe got up amidst attacks from both sides. As for the two sides, well, that's another story!

After arriving at the restaurant and having a simple breakfast, Secretary Ana quickly came over.

Anna felt a pang of sadness, after all, she had seen Sophie and the others last night.

I don't know what's so great about those young girls. She's no less attractive than those women. I really don't understand the boss's taste in women.

Despite feeling a pang of sadness, I still had to get the work done.

"Boss, here are your schedule for today."

After listening to this, Li Changhe decisively canceled some unnecessary trips.

"Let's meet with Bass this morning."

"Make an appointment with Counselor Reeves from the University of Tokyo this afternoon. I'll meet with them then."

Li Changhe's itinerary included a meeting with a counselor from the Consulate General of the University of Tokyo in San Francisco. Li Changhe was unaware of their intentions, but decided to meet with them anyway.

"understood."

After Anna finished speaking, she turned and left.

Soon, old Buss arrived.

Old Buss came over mainly to talk to Li Changhe about the Lakers' arena. After all, since the arena is going to be used by the Lakers, it should naturally be designed to meet some of the Lakers' needs.

In addition, Buss was also considering getting closer to Li Changhe. He now realized that bringing Li Changhe into the Lakers was truly the best decision he had ever made.

After the two finished their conversation, Li Changhe suddenly thought of something.

This year is 1984, which means that in this year's draft, the future basketball god Michael Jordan will be entering the NBA.

"Buss, do the Lakers still have any draft picks left this year? Can they trade for a top-three pick?"

Li Changhe asked curiously at this moment.

"Draft pick? Top three? Do you have a favorite player, Vic?"

Old Bass asked curiously at this moment.

"I guess so. I just remembered that I watched a guy named Jordan play. He was really good. I think if the Lakers have a draft pick, they might be able to sign him. He would be a great fit with Magic Johnson."

Li Changhe thought for a moment and then said to Old Bass.

Buss nodded: "Jordan, I know that kid, he's quite famous, but the Lakers have already traded away their picks this year, and we don't have a first-round pick in this year's draft."

"And Vic, we already have James Worthy on our team. He's also a shooting guard, and he was the number one pick in '82. He's no less than Jordan. In fact, Jordan was Worthy's junior from elementary school."

Buss didn't think Jordan was better than James Worthy, after all, James Worthy was not only the number one pick in 82, but he was also a college NCAA champion, the Final Four Most Outstanding Player, and also came from North Carolina.

"I see. Never mind then. I just thought that young man played well and was just recommending him."

Li Changhe didn't insist, nor did he intend to persuade Old Buss. Jordan could come to the Lakers if he wanted, but he did want to tell Carroll that Jordan had to become the spokesperson for Red Bull.

Seeing that Li Changhe did not persist, Old Bass breathed a sigh of relief.

Clearly, Vic's suggestion was just a spur-of-the-moment idea, not a deliberate attempt to interfere in the Lakers' management.

Otherwise, if the other party really wanted to get involved, Old Bass really wouldn't know whether to agree or refuse.

After seeing Old Bass off, Li Changhe thought for a moment and then called Carroll.

He wanted to make sure he remembered this matter, because he was afraid he would forget about it when he got busy.

In New York, Carroll was somewhat surprised after hanging up the phone. Where did the boss get the confidence to think that kid named Jordan would become the embodiment of basketball, and to make Red Bull tie the kid to the team, preferably with a lifetime contract?

After thinking for a moment, Carol picked up the phone and called in her assistant.

He wanted to take a look at the information about this young man named Jordan first.

Since the boss values ​​this young man from the talent show so much, he naturally needs to understand the young man's past before taking action.

As for doubt, that doesn't exist.

From the moment Li Changhe selected him at first glance and sent him to Thailand to find a little-known beverage recipe, he knew that his boss had an extraordinary eye for talent.

Meanwhile, directly north of Los Angeles, in Portland, Oregon, at Nike's headquarters, Phil Knight, who was still worrying about Nike, inexplicably shivered.

Damn Converse and Adidas, they've made his health worse.

Meanwhile, at one o'clock in the afternoon, an ordinary minivan slowly drove into Li Changhe's manor, and several people with yellow skin and Eastern faces got out.

"Sir, is this Bao Zeyang's manor? It's huge!"

After getting off the bus, someone said in surprise.

They had met many wealthy people in the United States, but this was the first one with such a luxurious estate in Beverly Hills.

"Alright, everyone, stop talking nonsense and mind your manners."

Lu Xiuchuan gave a soft instruction. He wasn't actually unfamiliar with Bao Zeyang, but this was an order from the domestic authorities.

Soon, in Li Changhe's study, Lu Xiuchuan saw this famous Eastern tycoon.

"Hello, Mr. Lu, we can communicate in Mandarin."

Li Changhe didn't deliberately use English, but spoke in fluent Mandarin.

Upon hearing this, Lu Xiuchuan immediately felt a surge of goodwill.

He met many Chinese people in the United States. Even if they could understand Chinese, they would proudly reply in English, as if this would highlight their superiority.

This was the first time he had ever encountered a wealthy person like Bao Zeyang who actively used Chinese, and even Mandarin.

The difference becomes immediately apparent.

"Mr. Bao, actually we came here on behalf of someone from back home. We need your help with some things."

Lu Xiuchuan then spoke seriously.

"Oh? What is it you're talking about?"

Li Changhe asked curiously.

"It's about the Los Angeles Olympics this year."

"Since it's being held in Los Angeles, we want to arrange a suitable hotel to accommodate the athletes from China, including making some preparations in advance."

“We received some instructions from the mainland, saying that Mr. Bao is a good friend of ours and that there are many things we can cooperate with you on in Los Angeles. Therefore, the embassy sent me here to talk to you about cooperation.”

Lu Xiuchuan said sincerely.

Li Changhe suddenly realized that it was the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics, which he had almost forgotten.

(End of this chapter)