Reborn in America: Starting as a California Resident

"Mr. Getty, after in-depth discussions with the board of directors, we have decided to accept your request to invest in our company."

However, we are afraid we cannot meet your demand for 30% equity.

Alan's voice carried a hint of apology, but his tone was firm.

"So how much exactly?"

Henry ultimately did not allow Liam to use the Getty family's intelligence network;

After all, it was a public asset belonging to the entire family;

Once used, it's difficult to keep it a secret from other family members.

If this leads to unnecessary complications and disputes, it will be counterproductive.

At this moment, he sat in the hotel's executive lounge, casually asking questions with a listless air.

However, Allen did not notice Henry's unusual behavior and answered according to his prepared statement: "After internal discussion, we believe that 25% of the shares is a reasonable and feasible proportion."

This ensures you have sufficient say while also protecting the core interests of existing shareholders.

"Twenty-five percent?"

Henry frowned slightly, but quickly adjusted his expression.

"Alan, this is clearly below my initial expectations."

"I understand your concerns, Mr. Getty."

"But please understand that equity distribution involves the interests of every shareholder, and we really cannot make too many concessions."

"Okay, Allen, I understand your position."

Henry heard the determination in Allen's voice. He gently stroked the wine glass in his hand, the amber liquid shimmering softly under the light.

"However, I need to go back and discuss it with my team, since the changes in conditions require us to reassess the value of the investment."

How about we each bring our lawyers tomorrow and discuss the specific terms in detail?

"That's a good suggestion."

Allen was visibly relieved upon hearing this and nodded in response, "I also believe that with the help of professionals, a fair and reasonable agreement can be formulated."

"Then let's meet at the company headquarters tomorrow at 2 PM?"

"I will arrive on time at two o'clock."

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The following afternoon, Henry acquired a 25% stake in Gulfstream for $2500 million and injected $500 million into the company as a loan for development.

According to the agreement, if Gulfstream is unable to repay the loan within the next year, the $500 million will automatically be converted into 10% of the company's equity and diluted accordingly from the shares of other shareholders.

After the contract was signed, Henry handed the prepared checks to the representatives of Aaron Paulson and Paul Austin.

As Henry prepared to leave and return to Los Angeles, Allen seemed to sense his deep sorrow and warmly invited him to go hunting in the mountains.

For the wealthy members of the Onsa tribe, hunting is not just a sport, but also a way to display social status.

This activity is virtually safe, as they are always accompanied by dozens of fully armed security guards. Even the fiercest wild animals would have to flee in the face of such a force—provided, of course, that this is not Jurassic Park.

"Sounds good, Allen."

After a moment's thought, Henry said, "I'd like to accept your invitation; it's certainly a good way to relax."

Since there are no urgent matters at the moment, why not take this opportunity to experience a luxury sport that you've never tried before?

The two quickly reached a consensus and immediately began to assemble a team of more than 20 fully armed guards, who set off in ten Dodge pickup trucks.

Georgia is known for its vast farmlands and gentle terrain, but the northern part of the state, near the Blue Ridge Mountains, is an excellent hunting ground.

Far from the hustle and bustle of the city, surrounded by dense forests and rolling hills, this place provides an ideal habitat for a variety of wild animals.

After spending several hours to reach their destination, they rested briefly at a hotel in a nearby city until nightfall before driving deeper into the dark forest.

Henry was a little disoriented at being suddenly surrounded by a hazy darkness!

Just as he was desperately searching for his target;

Suddenly, Allen, who was standing next to him, took out a strangely shaped whistle and made a series of peculiar "humming" sounds.

Amidst the rustling of the grass ahead, a thunderous gunshot pierced the night sky.

"Aww..."

A series of painful cries from wild boars suddenly erupted from the jungle.

"Well done, Boss! Your shooting skills have improved again!"

Following the scent of blood, the group turned on their flashlights and quickly moved toward the source of the sound.

When they reached the unfortunate wild boar, one of Alan's bodyguards had already put on rubber gloves, checked the location of the bullet holes, and gave Alan a thumbs-up in approval.

As Henry approached, his bodyguard Liam explained, "Boss, if you want to deliver a fatal blow to the boar, you should aim for this spot—behind its shoulder, where its heart is located."

However, I don't recommend shooting in this direction from the start, because wild boars have very strong shoulder blades, second only to their skull bones.

"Even if we use powerful caliber bullets, it's more likely to scare them away than deliver a fatal blow, unless you can hit the space behind the heart with the precision Mr. Paulson did."

Otherwise, I still suggest you aim for the wild boar's neck.

"Hey James, give me a hand, flip this big guy over... Don't forget your gloves!"

Unlike the somewhat rusty Henry;

Allen had already directed his bodyguards to turn the wild boar over so that its four legs were in the air and its back was exposed.

"Mr. Henry, you don't seem to go hunting very often!"

Allen took out a knife and, with the help of his bodyguard, began to process the wild boar on the spot.

As he cleaned, he smiled at Henry and said, "You have to process the game right away after you've hunted it."

If we leave it there and deal with it after the hunt, it could be considered a waste of wildlife resources and lead to legal trouble.

"Dealing with wild boar is actually quite simple. Just like what I'm doing now, I just turn it over."

Then, use a knife to make a cut along the middle of the abdomen, from the breastbone all the way to the tail.

Be careful not to use too much force, otherwise you might rupture internal organs, which would make subsequent treatment much more complicated...

"Mr. Henry, would you like to try this cut?"

You don't look too good. Are you still not used to this kind of situation?

"No, Allen, you've misunderstood."

I just didn't want to steal your thunder.

Since you're so enthusiastic in inviting me, I'll give it a try.

Henry smiled and shook his head to indicate that he was alright.

He then took the knife Liam handed him and carefully began to operate it according to Allen's instructions...