Reborn in America, I'm serious about making money.
Chapter 184 What did I say about losing hundreds of millions of dollars?
As a professional reborn individual, whether lucky or unlucky, Zhang San may lack management skills, social skills, or the ability to pick up girls; however, he must possess rich memories in a certain field or have a unique skill that sets him apart from others.
On this point, Zhang San has something to say. His profession is incredibly impressive; moreover, being a man, he's also a money-grubber, dreaming of one day becoming the richest Chinese person or like Li Ka-shing or Liu Keqiang, becoming someone whose wealth rivals that of a nation, or using money to buy women's...legs...
But more importantly, one must have a clear mind. Since his rebirth, Zhang San has conformed to the laws of rebirth: men pursue careers to gain everything, while women pursue love. Well, I guess they are both driven by emotions. Their biggest regret before rebirth was not experiencing a beautiful love, and they didn't care about anything outside of emotions.
When Zhang San is alone, he reflects on himself. Now he has money, a lot of it, even hundreds of billions or trillions of dollars; he has power, and in mainland China, as long as he doesn't break the law, he can live a very carefree life. In North America, well, he lacks strong military force; he has women, three and a half, half of whom is left to his own devices; not only women, but also children. He asks himself, how did he obtain all of this?
To protect these things, one needs to better conceal oneself.
Even if you become the richest person in the world, what good will it do? It's just showing off in front of others. Will people respect you when they hear you're rich? After that, you'll become someone else's target.
When Mr. MS was the world's richest man, he received many strange gifts.
This included a friendly greeting from a certain young man who said, "You heartless rich bastard, if you don't donate your wealth, I'll send you a small bullet. Have a nice life."
There are many more such incidents. Last September, Zhang Dafuhao, who was broke, kidnapped Mr. Guo, the second richest man in Hong Kong. It was later revealed that he extorted HK$6 million, of which he reportedly kept HK$3 million for himself.
This incident occurred at the end of last year, when they illegally purchased 800 kilograms of high explosives and more than 2000 detonators from mainland China and smuggled them to Hong Kong with the intention of creating a larger terrorist incident.
According to explosives experts, 800 kilograms of high explosives, if detonated in one go, would be enough to flatten a building of more than ten stories. It was this 800 kilograms of explosives that led to the tycoon's arrest, but this was only revealed afterward; no further details have been disclosed.
Zhang San heard from rumors that the other party selected targets by using a list of the richest people.
Surprisingly, Zhang San wasn't on this list. In fact, he appeared on another list—the "Global Wealth Ranking"—ranking 25th! After deducting loans, his net worth reached a staggering $35 billion. The list clearly stated: Stephen, this new-era shareholder, holds a full 10% of the shares.
Aside from that, nothing else is known. This low-key approach has kept him from attracting much attention. His remaining wealth is hidden within various funds of varying sizes. Who could guess the source of the enormous sums managed by those funds?
The sheer number of stocks and bonds held by these funds is staggering. NT-MS's market capitalization has now soared to a staggering $300 billion, with New Era alone holding a 35% stake. Moreover, they continue to sell shares, ostensibly to repay loans.
New Era has invested in many industries around the world. For example, in Southeast Asia, it has suffered losses of up to 20 billion US dollars, mainly from the Lihua Hotel Group.
Regarding other foreign exchange losses from Southeast Asian countries, his investments in Southeast Asian industries, which were non-dollar-denominated assets, suffered heavy losses during the Southeast Asian crisis, reportedly exceeding 40 billion US dollars. As for the previous mortgage loans, these were not disclosed; those loans were subsequently lent to others, and the profits made were unrelated to the new era.
Moreover, the 1997 annual report disclosed by New Era also revealed substantial losses, totaling nearly $80 billion.
The combined losses amounted to the equivalent of two of the richest people in China, which left many people in awe, remarking that it was indeed the loss of two of the richest people in China.
This matter has attracted global attention, with numerous newspapers reporting on it and publishing many interesting headlines.
"The former richest man, whose identity was never publicly disclosed, has lost nearly $80 billion."
"The guy who lost the fortunes of two of the richest men."
"This young Chinese man doesn't seem very bright."
"I feel sorry for him. He should be crying his eyes out in the bathroom!"
"The biggest spendthrift in the world."
"Human tragedy is nothing more than this."
"He's a real talent to be able to bankrupt two of the richest men."
Global media coverage immediately focused on Zhang San. Soon after, a photo was released showing Zhang San looking haggard, with a scraggly beard, long and messy hair, looking like a disheveled loser.
In a YAHO report, a reporter interviewed Zhang San, and the interview, complete with photos and text, appeared on the YAHO website.
Judging from the pictures, the reporter arrived at Stephen's home, a slightly old villa with a sparse lawn in the yard, which seemed to have not been well maintained for a long time.
In another picture, Stephen is sitting on the sofa in the living room, his eyes revealing a hint of fatigue.
Reporter: "Mr. Stephen, hello, it's a pleasure to interview you. First, I'd like to know, you were once a successful and wealthy man, how is your life different now?"
Stephen: "Yes, life has definitely changed a lot. Before, I had endless wealth and could enjoy all sorts of luxuries at will. But now, everything is different."
Reporter: "How do you think this change has affected your mindset?"
Stephen: "At first, I felt very lost and frustrated. But as time went on, I gradually accepted reality and realized that wealth is not everything in life."
Reporter: "Could you share what the most important lesson you've learned in your business career is?"
Stephen: "Honesty and diligence. Only by being honest can you earn the trust of others; only through hard work can you achieve success."
Reporter: "What advice do you have for those who are pursuing wealth?"
Stephen: "Don't just pursue material wealth; focus on inner satisfaction and happiness. At the same time, cherish the people around you and don't neglect them because of wealth."
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It is said that when Guan Meiren saw this interview, she laughed so hard her stomach hurt.
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