Chapter 893 The French Wealthy Family (only one chapter today)
The "Four Seasons Hotel George V" in Paris, standing on the banks of the Seine, has been famous for its luxury since the beginning of its construction.
It experienced the flames of World War II, and it was not until Charles de Gaulle held a celebration banquet here that it restored its former prosperity.
Not only does it have stunning murals, a world-class spa and swimming pool, it is also an ideal place to view the Eiffel Tower.
There are also three restaurants here that have won six Michelin stars, making it a gourmet paradise of French delicacies.
Tonight, this reputable hotel is booked.
Just after six o'clock in the evening, luxury cars came from all over the city.
The car door opens.
An old man with gray hair and good spirits got out of the black Rolls-Royce, wearing a crisp black suit.
The middle-aged man who came down early quickly stepped forward to support him.
The old man glanced at the brightly lit hotel, with a hint of memory in his eyes.
“I haven’t been here for a long time.”
“Dad, mom said this is where you got married?”
The old man smiled and nodded.
“Those were the happiest days of my life.”
"Mom will be very happy when she hears this." The middle-aged man smiled.
"Bernard."
The old voice coming from the side attracted the attention of the father and son.
Turning their heads, a tall, slightly bloated old man appeared in front of them.
“Barthelemy.”
Bernard Arnault smiled and greeted him with open arms.
“Old man, how long have we not seen each other?”
After a brief hug, Bartholomew Mouriez smiled.
"It must have been two years, and the last time was at the New Year's dinner at the Elysee Palace." Bernard said with a smile.
"Yes. Time flies so fast, and we are all old in a blink of an eye." His eyes turned, "Is this Antoine?"
Antoine Arnault hurriedly came forward to greet him.
"Uncle Mouriez."
patted his shoulder, "Old man, you have trained these children very well, especially Antoine, who is young The leader of the generation, the Arnault family has a successor.”
Antoine Arnault couldn’t help but smile after being praised.
"Antoine still needs to continue studying." Looking at the old man alone, Bernard couldn't help but said, "Why didn't you see Margaret and the others?"
"They are all traveling abroad, so I can only come here by myself."
A look of surprise appeared on Bernard's face.
Among the top wealthy families in France, the Mouriez family is definitely an anomaly.
Other wealthy families only have five or six people, or more than a dozen people.
But they are not. This wealthy family was founded in the 19th century. The core family members include not only the men of the Mouriez family, but also their spouses.
In other words, they are not based on blood.
To a certain extent, the Mouriez family is more like a clan that is a mixture of blood and marriage.
A 'company' that comes together for profit.
This system has allowed the number of members of the Mouriez family to grow rapidly, and now there are more than 1,400 members.
Simply exaggerated.
This system also gives the Mouriez family a higher basis and probability for selecting talents.
With the support of talents, the family can develop better.
Now, through the Mouriez Family Association (AFM), they control about 130 brands or stores including Decathlon, Auchan Group, and Leroy Merlin Group, with about 700,000 employees worldwide and an annual turnover of nearly 100 billion euros.
They belong to the top dignitaries in Europe and the world.
In order to maintain harmony within the family, AFM holds team-building activities such as dinner parties, theme parties, performances, and trips throughout the year. Members also set up various charity organizations and entrepreneur clubs from time to time to help each other.
Of course, with such a large number of members, personal conflicts are inevitable.
AFM established an arbitration committee for individual conflicts to digest conflicts internally.
This system is like the ancient Chinese clan, which is no longer the concept of "one family".
In contrast, Arnault is the real family.
As the founder and CEO of LV, the world's luxury goods giant, Bernard Arnault and his five children make up the entire Arnault family.
The old man is not only a chicken kid, he gets off work at six o'clock every night to supervise the kids' homework, and he is also a loyal supporter of the blood theory.
Believe that the child's spouse will always be an outsider, no matter if the spouse is a billionaire like daughter Delphine's boyfriend Xavier Neil.
Or models like Natalia Vodianova, the wife of the eldest son Antoine;
Or Girardine Guyot, the daughter-in-law of the third son Alexander Such rich girls are the ones he needs to be wary of.
This guy not only takes care of his own home, but also takes care of other people's homes.
He convened a shareholders' meeting and amended the group's articles of association to stipulate that transfers of shares between shareholders and their spouses must obtain the approval of the shareholders' meeting in advance.
There is no one left.
“The Mouriez family is full of talents, which is really enviable.”
“Haha, if you are willing to change, old man, the Arnault family can also have talents from all over the world. "
Bernard smiled. He worked hard to create the LV Group with his own hands. How could it be inherited by outsiders?
Bartholomew obviously understood the habits of his old friend, and after a brief mention, he changed the subject.
“Let’s go in, don’t keep the owner waiting.”
Bernard nodded, and the two walked into the hotel lobby together.
As soon as they entered the banquet hall, Xu Liang, who had received the news in advance, had already brought Christina to greet them.
“Mr. Arnault, Mr. Mouriez, I didn’t expect you two to arrive together.”
After the two parties briefly shook hands, Bernard smiled.
“We happened to meet each other, so we came together.”
Looking around.
“Is this beautiful lady Miss Yerry?”
“Hello, Mr. Arnault.”
"Miss Yeri is not only beautiful, but also has unparalleled business talent. She has successfully founded the Internet company Twitter at such a young age. It is really amazing." The development of the business world also needs a lot of help from business seniors like you and Mr. Mouriez.”
Barthelemi smiled and said: “With the help of world-class business geniuses like Mr. Xu, Miss Yeri’s future will be better. The future must be bright, let’s forget about the two old men who are about to be eliminated by the times.”
Bernard nodded in agreement.
"The two gentlemen are humbled." Christina smiled.
After a brief chat, Xu Liang took Christina to greet the new guests.
Watch the two of them go away.
“Old man, do you feel strange?” Bartholomew smiled.
“Of course. Our Golden Caesar talks very little, and Miss Yeli was the one who was messing with us the whole time.”
“It seems that Golden Caesar is planning to push his lover to the top. "Barthelemy continued.
"Speeches, interviews, creating public opinion, coupled with the success of Twitter, Kim Caesar successfully molded her into a dazzling and successful woman.
Coupled with angelic appearance and perfect figure.
More and more people are talking about her throughout France and even Europe.
Christina Yeri is now more famous and popular than any popular star. "Bell. Na smiled.
Barthelemi echoed: "It is indeed much easier for a successful French female entrepreneur to acquire Vivendi than for a Chinese consortium to acquire Vivendi."
There was a pause.
“However, no one is a fool. If the introduced Miss Yeri is just a cover in name, I’m afraid it will not be so easy for Golden Caesar to acquire Vidywang.”
Bernard nodded slightly, "It depends on what conditions he can offer at today's reception? If there are enough benefits and the benefits are attractive enough."
The two looked at each other and smiled, looking at each other. See the anticipation in their eyes.
If it weren’t for profit, given their status, they wouldn’t have come to attend today’s reception.
In addition to French business tycoons, there are also many politicians who came here today.
Including not only the heads of government departments such as the French Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Tourism, the Ministry of Justice, the Ministry of Economy, Finance and Privatization, but of course the highest-ranking person is the newly appointed French Prime Minister Dominique de Villepin. Xu Liang originally invited the current French President, but Sarkozy was on a state visit and was not in France.
"Mr. de Villepin, I'm glad you can come to today's banquet."
Xu Liang said with a smile.
"Mr. Xu is a world-class entrepreneur and financial investor. It is an honor for me to receive your invitation."
"Thank you."
"Mr. Xu made a special trip this time Are you planning to invest in France?" De Villepin asked.
"Of course. But the protagonist of this investment is Christina, and I am just providing a little financial help."
"Oh?" De Villepin turned his head, "This beautiful Is the lady the recently renowned Ms. Yeli?”
Christina smiled and held out her hand.
"Hello, Mr. de Villepin, I am Cristina."
After a brief shake of hands.
"Ms. Yeri is the pride of French women and a role model for all women."
"You are very grateful. I am just an ordinary French citizen."
"Ms. Yeri plans to develop in France in the future?"
After Christina nodded, "I am French. I have my family and friends here. Returning to France to start a business is also my dream when I was a student."
De Villepin praised: "All French people should learn from you."
"Thank you."
"What industry does Ms. Yerry plan to invest in? If necessary , the government and I are willing to help.”
Christina glanced at Xu Liang next to her and received the other party's confirmation.
“We are negotiating with Vivendi and hope to acquire it.”
De Villepin’s scrutinizing eyes glanced over Xu Liang, who was holding a wine glass from the side, and smiled. road.
“Vivendi’s market value is close to 20 billion euros. If you want to acquire it, you will need a lot of money.”
“Christina Investment Company will acquire Vivendi through a leveraged buyout. Wangdi Group. After the acquisition is successful, we will also sell some non-core assets to pay off debt.”
Christina briefly talked about her acquisition strategy.
De Villepin smiled and nodded, "Mr. Xu provided financial help to Ms. Yeri?"
"No, to be precise, I am only responsible for providing guarantees, Hanhua and Standard Chartered Responsible for providing funds." Xu Liang said meaningfully, "The controlling stake of Christina Investment Company is in the hands of this beautiful and intelligent lady."
De Villepin understood instantly.
“The government and I support all legitimate business activities of any good Frenchman.”
The two of them smiled mischievously, understanding each other's subtext.
Seeing Vincent Bolore coming in from the door, Xu Liang said quickly.
"Mr. de Villepin, I have to receive other distinguished guests, so I'll excuse you now. After this busy period, I will visit the Mation Palace (Prime Minister's Palace) again."
"Mr. Xu is busy first. I am waiting for your visit at Mation at any time."
After smiling and nodding, Xu Liang turned and left.
"Christina, go greet the others first."
He nodded obediently, glanced at Vincent Bolore, who was walking over, and then turned and left.
Xu Liang took a breath and put a smile on his face.
Step forward to greet him.
"Mr. Bolore, welcome."
"Xu, welcome to France."
The two gave each other a warm hug at the same time, and when their eyes met, they both laughed.
Those who didn’t know better thought they were close friends.
“This is...?”
Xu Liang turned his eyes to the young man who came with Vincent.
The latter quickly stretched out his right hand.
"Hello, Mr. Xu, I am Dresi Bolore, currently working at Bolore Group."
"Hello."
Got it After shaking hands, Xu Liang continued with a smile: "I heard that Mr. Bollore has three outstanding sons, all of whom are young talents in the business world. When I saw Dracy today, I realized that the rumors were not false, they were just enviable."
"Mr. Xu deserves the award. Compared to you, I'm still far behind." Dracy said modestly.
Xu Liang smiled and looked at Vincent.
"Mr. Bolore, there have been some strange voices in the Vivendi board of directors recently..."
"Don't worry, Mr. Xu, I promise you that I will try my best. Some objections, It will not threaten the overall situation of Christina Investment Company's acquisition of Vivendi."
"I feel relieved when Mr. Bolore says this."
After taking a deep look at the man in front of me. , Xu Liang smiled and said: "I have to receive other guests, so I won't accompany you two for now. After today, we will sit down and talk in detail."
"I'll be waiting for Mr. Xu's call."
After their eyes met, Xu Liang turned and left.
"Father, there are many big shots here today." Dracy looked at the crowd around him and whispered in surprise.
Vincent Bollore, who turned his gaze back from Xu Liang, glanced at him.
My heart sank slightly.
Most of the famous French families have arrived.
I won’t talk about Arnault and Mouriez.
There is also François Pinault, the representative of the Pinault family and the controller of Kering Group, the world's third largest luxury goods group and the investment company Artemis Group.
Martin Bouygues, the controller of the Bouygues Group, is involved in construction engineering, real estate development, media, telecommunications and other fields, with a market value of nearly 14 billion euros and approximately 130,000 employees worldwide.
There are also representatives of the Hermès Group, representatives of the Madrigal Group, the third largest publishing group in France, and so on.
There are also many big figures in politics.
In addition to the president who is visiting abroad, including the prime minister, most senior ministerial officials, including the speakers of the two houses of parliament, have arrived.
Xu Liang’s appeal surprised him even though he was prepared.
Take a slight breath.
“Let’s go and take you to meet these big shots.”
There was a hint of nervousness on Dracy's face, but more of it was anticipation.
As the heir of the Bolore family, good connections are a must for him to become the head of the family.
“Boss.”
Michel Copa walked over.
“How much money was raised?”
A wry smile appeared on the latter's face.
“There are no results yet.”
He doesn’t know most of the big shots here today, how can they invest in his fund?
Xu Liang smiled and patted his shoulder.
“Don’t be discouraged, you will come on stage with me later.”
"Okay."
Michelle had a look of expectation on her face.
Looking at the crowd here today, you can see how influential the big boss is.
With his personal recommendation, even if these people don't trust him, they will invest some money for Hanhua's sake.
With these well-known people in the French political and business circles, he can use this list to contact wealthy people in Italy, the Netherlands, Belgium, Switzerland and other areas under the jurisdiction of the French office, and ask them to raise money capital.
A little adds up to a lot.
The last number must be an extremely impressive number.
(End of this chapter)