American Peak Life

"Yes, yes." Lu Ning's answer made Qin Lan understand. Sure enough, his guess was correct, but it turned out to be that Morgan Stanley also has a world-renowned investment bank, Morgan Stanley. It can be said that Goldman Sachs is not When it became famous, Morgan Stanley was a thriving existence in the investment world. However, now that Goldman Sachs is gradually coming up, with precise market control and unique vision, it can already compete with Morgan Stanley, an old aristocrat. Of course, the Morgan family is still untouchable by Goldman Sachs.

Morgan Stanley is already the first choice of career for many young people. After all, its influence is still higher than that of Goldman Sachs.

"So, you want Goldman Sachs to come in and let him deal with Morgan?" Qin Lan thought about the feasibility of Lu Ning's operation. Although MRG Group and "Fabsp; Willing to turn against Morgan for the sake of MRG Group and "Fabsp;OR Face" is still unknown. Of course, Goldman Sachs is not that stupid to make money or not.

This requires Goldman Sachs to weigh it carefully. Behind Goldman Sachs, there are several Wall Street giants. Among them, the most famous one is Buffett. This one has the title of "stock god".

Of course, Lu Ning doesn't think there is much to play with such things as stocks. Under the overall economic situation, fools can make some money if they enter. It depends on the mentality and greed of the shareholders. Of course, I don't deny that Buffett has a good mentality, and his vision is indeed unique.

"You know, there is no free lunch in this world. Compared with Morgan Stanley, Goldman Sachs is easier to deal with. After all, Goldman Sachs is only thinking about how to make money, but Morgan Stanley is different. It I like to intervene in the interior, so instead of having such a shareholder who likes to point fingers, it would be better to choose Goldman Sachs." Lu Ning's words made Qin Lan suddenly understand.

At this time, the convoy also came to a five-star hotel in Cambridge. This is a luxury hotel in England. It does not belong to any hotel group. Moreover, it has very English characteristics and is also a favorite hotel of the local nobles in England. .

Lu Ning first chose the clothes for tonight's dinner on the first floor. By the way, he also chose a set for Qin Lan. Qin Lan originally refused. After all, there are still many dresses in his apartment. However, seeing The suit that Lu Ning chose for herself matched surprisingly well with Lu Ning's clothes tonight. Qin Lan didn't say anything else, and obediently took the dress.

Lu Ning went to take a shower first, and then changed into clean clothes. Well, I feel better now. Lu Ning does have some little cleanliness in this regard. Before, it was because of saving people. So there is no way.

The completely new Lu Ning set off with Qin Lan who had also changed into a dress. This time, the dinner was held in a high-end private restaurant, which was only open 3 days a week, and only 12 customers per day. This time, it was served by Ian Pell has reserved the room for MBA students from the business school. Of course, they are basically big shots from major investment banks.

The price here is not low, 500 pounds per capita, this level of consumption is already at the top level, of course, the dishes are delicious at such an expensive price, and most importantly, you can also eat a lot of rare raw materials. At this time, in the restaurant , except for Lu Ning and Qin Lan, most of the other guests have already arrived, leaving only Lu Ning and Qin Lan.

"Hey, Ian Pere, can we start?" A boss from another investment bank came to Ian Pere's side with a glass of wine, and asked with a smile. Everyone present looked very harmonious, Of course, this is only on the surface, each of them is wearing a mask of hypocrisy.

"No, old friend, there is another distinguished guest tonight, which I finally invited." Ian Pere said with a smile. Regarding Lu Ning's attendance at the dinner party tonight, Ian Perle has not kept the secret until now. It's on.

"Oh, what kind of honorable guests do you need so many people to wait for?" The boss was also curious. After all, if the few people present were united, it would be enough to start a small financial war.

Of course, the other party is also very interested in the honored guest that Ian Peer said. You must know that Ian Peer is already a top existence in the circle, and it is conceivable that Ian Peer can be called a distinguished guest. You know, the other party is definitely a person with extraordinary background.

Chapter 1039 Food from Hell

"Do you know about Huaguo's Lu family's investment?" Facing the curious eyes of his peers, Ian Peer said mysteriously.

"Lu's investment? Ian Pere, you are not talking about Qin Lan, are you? I said, I admit that Qin Lan is a very outstanding woman. Of course, she is also very attractive. However, Ian Pere, for us To put it bluntly, Qin Lan said so freely, and he is just a newcomer, so he can't afford to be waiting for so many of us, right?" The boss thought that Ian Peer was waiting for Qin Lan.

Although this MBA student did not participate in this year, he still knows that Qin Lan and Ian Pere are classmates of this year: "Ian Pere, do you mean that you have ulterior motives for Ms. Qin Lan? I heard that , this is a delicate rose, which has already attracted the attention of many men, but are you not afraid of your tigress?" Facing the teasing of the boss in the same industry, Ian Pere just smiled for a while, okay Well, these are just jokes.

"No, old man, I'm not just talking about President Qin, you don't even think about it, who is behind Lu's investment?" Ian Pere did not deliberately control his voice, and this sentence also attracted the attention of those present. Everyone's attention, who is behind Lu's investment?Do I still need to ask?Everyone present knew this question, but no one thought that Ian Pere was able to invite this person. Like you, they all looked excited, who wouldn't want to make friends with Lu Ning?This is a genius.

"Ian Pere, I have to say that you have brought us too much surprise at this gathering." Standing next to Ian Pere, the big brother in the same industry no longer had the mentality of just making fun of it. , but looked at Ian Peer with a surprised face. I didn't hear that he had anything to do with Lu Ning. It seems that his intelligence was still negligent.

At this moment, the door of the restaurant was opened, and Lu Ning and Qin Lan, the golden couple, came slowly under the watchful eyes of everyone.

At this moment, Lu Ning and Qin Lan are like spotlights, gathering everyone's attention. Those present are all bigwigs in the investment banking industry. However, at this time, they have become the foil of Lu Ning and Qin Lan. arms, with a smile on his face, I have to say that the appearance of these two is really good, enough to be amazing.

"Mr. Ian Pell, I'm really sorry, but I'm late." Lu Ning greeted Ian Pell with a smile. Looking at the situation, all the distinguished guests had already arrived, but it was himself and Qin Lan who became Got the last pair.

"Haha, it's a surprise to be able to invite Mr. Lu. Moreover, it's just arrived at the scheduled time. We came early. Do you think so?" After speaking, Ian Peer looked back Look at the big guys behind you.

"That's right, we just arrived. I didn't expect to see Mr. Lu tonight. It's really a surprise. Ian Pere, you have done a good job of keeping secrets."

"Yeah, we were chatting just now, Mr. Lu, Ms. Qin Lan, please take a seat." Suddenly, all the bosses spoke one after another, and, in order to come up together, they wanted to make friends with Lu Ning, At least you have to be familiar with it.

Lu Ning and Qin Lan first greeted all the bosses one by one under the introduction of Ian Pell. I have to say that the grade of today's dinner is not low, and all the people who come here are famous people in the investment bank. It is an investment bank in the United States, and the Italian and Spanish counterparts are also there. It seems that Ian Peer's circle of friends is still very wide.

"Mr. Lu, please take your seat. Today, you are a distinguished guest." As he said, Ian Peer seemed to invite Lu Ning to sit on the main seat. Of course, Lu Ning did have this qualification. At least, here, Lu Ning Wealth and reputation are the first. In this circle, seniority is not important. These, here, only the fittest survive, and those with big fists have the right to speak.

"Mr. Ian Pell, this is not acceptable. You are the host today, and I can't steal your limelight." Lu Ning declined with a smile, took Qin Lan to the two seats on the left, and let everyone To today's convener Ian Pell.

This action of Lu Ning also attracted the goodwill of the bosses present. At least, Lu Ning is not the kind of arrogant person. He knows how to be modest and humble. This makes all the big bosses have a higher degree of affection for Lu Ning. .

Ian Pere also laughed, but he was no longer humble, and directly sat on the host seat, and told the waiter that the food can be served.

Well, it’s hard to decide on this restaurant, but the dishes are also very good. Well, there are some things that even Lu Ning has seen for the first time. Of course, it’s not because the things are expensive, they are still relatively rare. For example, gooseneck barnacles are called hell delicacies, and the price is not very outrageous, mainly because gooseneck barnacles have strict requirements on the living environment and water quality.

Secondly, its sound field position is somewhat special, such as the gap of the cliff, the back of the whale, etc.

Every year, people die trying to pick the goose-necked vine tiger, because it grows in the crevices of the cliffs of the county government under the sea. Only when the tide is low can they climb up the cliff to pick it. The moss there is slippery, and people accidentally It will fall, so the goose-necked vine tiger is known as the delicacy from hell.

Of course, after Lu Ning tried it, he really didn't think how delicious this thing is. He always felt that it was boasted, and even said that he was sorry for its title of hell food.

The red wine tonight is from Lafite Manor. However, the red wine of Lafite Manor is not particularly attractive to Lu Ning. After all, no matter how good Lafite red wine is, it also belongs to the Rothschild family. As long as Ning wants to make peace, he can always make peace with the most authentic and rare models.

However, under Ian Pell's guidance and compliments, the meal was very harmonious.

Qin Lan's control of such a scene is also very good. It can be seen that Qin Lan should have participated in such gatherings recently. Lu Ning feels Qin Lan's growth, and these are exactly what Lu Ning wants , it is estimated that Qin Lan will be able to truly stand alone in a short time.

However, Qin Lan still has a fatal weakness, that is, he cannot drink alcohol, let alone such red wine, even if it is a lady's champagne, Qin Lan will blush instantly after taking a sip, well, it can be seen that Qin Lan's physique is fundamentally Not used to alcohol.

None of the people present persuaded them to drink, as long as everyone drank comfortably.

Chapter 1040 There is no free lunch in the world

After drinking and eating, the individuals began to chat. Of course, at the beginning, the topic must be around Lu Ning and Qin Lan, but after a while, everyone chatted. Sitting with Er, Qin Lan tasted the special lava cake of this restaurant, while Lu Ning exchanged something with Ian Peer in a low voice.

Now, everyone is gathering together in twos and threes. The communication after the meal is the focus of the gathering, and now, the close relationship can also be seen. Just now at the dinner table, it seems that everyone’s relationship is very good. However, when you really want to get together in twos and threes, you will find that some people will never set foot in a certain circle, while others will wander in several circles. Sophistication.

"By the way, Mr. Lu, I heard that your MRG Group and "FaceORFace" are going to go public? Congratulations, your value will soar again. If it works well, the position of the richest man in the world will be It's yours." Ian Pere complimented with a smile, the meaning in this sentence is that he is extremely optimistic about the listing prospects of MRG Group and "FaceORFace", and they can kill Bill Gates, which shows that Ian Pere is very interested in MRG Group And "FaceORFace" look good.

"Oh? Mr. Ian Pell, you are flattering me too much. Besides, in your position, what do you know? How much authenticity is there for the richest man on the surface?" Lu Ning said, Let Ian Pere laugh out loud, well, I don’t speak dark words in front of Ming people, and Ian Pere also knows that this world is not as simple as it is on the surface. Bill Gates is the richest man in the world?In the eyes of some people, this is just a joke.

"Mr. Lu, there is no way. There are many things, it is better not to let ordinary people know too much." Ian Peer's meaning is also very clear. Why do so many families and consortia choose to hide their wealth? Of course, there will be their own meanings, and these on the bright side are just what they hope to show to people.

In none of these capitalist countries, more or less, there are some consortiums and families, and the wealth held by these consortiums and families is called an astronomical figure. To put it bluntly, it is like the Forbes wealth list. Things are made for others to see, and the above things are not worth mentioning to people in the circle.

"Well, Mr. Ian Pell, but speaking of it, I still want to thank you for being so optimistic about MRG Group and "FaceORFace", but speaking of it, the listing is still far away, at least, so far, I have not started financing Lu Ning was still thinking about bringing up the matter of MRG Group and "FaceORFace" with Ian Pell, but he didn't expect that he should not think of a way by himself, Ian Pell himself has already brought the topic to this.

"Oh? Mr. Lu, it's because you have the above concerns. You know, as long as you open up the financing of MRG Group and "FaceORFace", some investment banks and predators want to get a piece of the action." Ian Peer said That's right, how many people are there? Now they are closely watching the financing of MRG Group and "FaceORFace". There are many people who want to buy shares. As long as Lu Ning is willing to let go of the shares, he can definitely be divided up in less than an hour .

"This is my headache, Mr. Ian Pell, you should know that some people don't just want to make money. Their appetite is too big, which I can't tolerate." Lu Ning said suggestively.

"Oh, I don't know who it is that can give Mr. Lu a headache?" Ian Pere was also very curious, who has such a great power that it makes Lu Ning feel a headache?Of course, the reason why Ian Pell mentioned MRG Group and "FaceORFace" is of course not as simple as asking casually. If possible, Ian Pell definitely wants to participate. After all, this is a rare financial giant. Meals, the entire Wall Street, are bullish on MRG Group and "FaceORFace", which is understandable.

"Morgan Stanley." Lu Ning's prominent name made Ian Pell frown a little. Well, as an old opponent, Ian Pell also knows Morgan Stanley very well. Of course, the more you know , the more you know how scary Morgan Stanley is. Of course, Goldman Sachs no longer needs to be afraid of each other, but it doesn't want to start conflicts casually.

"Mr. Lu, with all due respect, you are the one behind MRG Group and "Face OR Face". If it were someone else, Morgan Stanley would have made other moves long ago." Of course, Ning also understands that Morgan Stanley's reputation is really not very good. If it weren't for the fact that the other party was Lu Ning, it wouldn't be so easy for Mrs. to come to discuss cooperation. No matter other channels, come to exert pressure.

"What? According to Mr. Ian Pell, you Goldman Sachs is also interested in MRG Group and "FaceORFace"?" Lu Ning didn't plan to go around in circles with Ian Pell anymore, it's better to make it clear.

"Haha, Mr. Lu, of course, as I just said, the whole world, no matter which investment bank it is, has great interest in MRG Group and "FaceORFace". , are all giants, or in other words, no matter whether it is MRG Group or "FaceORFace" in their respective fields, they have no rivals."

"Oh, Goldman Sachs is not afraid of competing with Morgan Stanley?" Ian Pell took a deep look at Lu Ning. As an old Jianghu, it is impossible for Ian Pell not to see Lu Ning's simple aggressive method , but even if you can see it, so what?

What Lu Ning is playing is Yangmou. Now, Lu Ning is safe and secure, sitting on the Diaoyutai, unless you have no interest, as long as you are interested in MRG Group and "FaceORFace", then you will definitely be hooked.

"Yes, Mr. Lu, of course Goldman Sachs is interested." Ian Pell thought about it, and said to Lu Ning: "Of course, it also depends on how many shares Mr. Lu released. If the amount is too small , We at Goldman Sachs still don't want to tear ourselves apart with Morgan Stanley." What Ian Pell said was also very factual, after all, all of this depends on Lu Ning.

"Mr. Ian Pell, benefits and risks are directly proportional, isn't it? There is no free lunch in the world. If you want to harvest, you must pay. Of course, Morgan Stanley hopes to get MRG Group and me from me" FaceORFace "10% of the shares each, this is something I cannot tolerate, my limit is only 5% of the shares of the two companies, what do you think?" Lu Ning looked at Ian Pei with piercing eyes Er, old fox, I am not afraid that you will not take the bait.