Chapter 716: Old Bewen's Birthday

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'Chloe Toure is really good at centre-back. But Ferguson already has a more suitable candidate. I promised him not to interfere in the management of the team, so you should go to him about it. As for Marcelo, do you think Ferguson will let a 17-year-old be the main left-back?" Guo Shouyun rolled his eyes, and he didn't have a good breath.

A defender is no better than a striker, and in addition to individual ability, experience is the most important thing, especially in key games.

"I was expecting you to buy Manchester United, which would bring more development opportunities to Bewen Economics, but now it seems that there is little hope. ”

"Really, then I'll tell Coach Alex Ferguson directly, and in the future, Manchester United won't have to think about the players of Bevan's Economic Company!"

"Don't, I'm kidding. Al Bevan hurriedly waved his hand.

After Guo Shouyun bought Manchester United, although on the surface he only facilitated the deal of Yaya Toure. But privately, the talent seeds in all echelons of Manchester United have become potential signings for Bevan Economics. And with Manchester United's tiger skin, it will be easier for Bevan Economics to sign when it comes to finding a teenage talent.

The word "giant" has an irresistible attraction for any child who loves football.

Guo Shouyun, who had long known the temperament of this brother-in-law, didn't bother to bother with him, and after returning to the room and packing up his things, they came to Lao Beiwen's house together.

Originally, Guo Shouyun had planned to let him move to Bewen Manor to live, but the old man was reluctant to open a football bar for half his life, and in addition, Bewen Manor was too big and too far from the city of Exeter, and he was reluctant to live in the old house he had lived in for decades, so he rejected Guo Shouyun's proposal.

“Happy birthday to you! Happy birthday to you...!Rudy, I wish you a happy birthday!" Rowling laughed.

Because of their relationship in Exeter, Rowling's family and Bewen's family also became friends because of Guo Shouyun's relationship. This time, Rudy Bevan's birthday party, in addition to Guo Shouyun and Al Bevan, Rowling, Neil Morley and their three children were also there.

"Thank you, thank you!" Old Bevan's old face was filled with joy and excitement, but after a moment, he said in a somewhat sad tone, "If only Molly were here!"

The atmosphere at the table was silent, and the smile on Guo Shouyun's face disappeared. Molly Bevan is a pain in his heart that can never be erased.

"Dad, I'm sure my sister will get better!"

"Rudy, Molly is a good girl, God will bless her!" Neil Murray comforted.

In the face of everyone's comfort, Old Beiwen's mood was also much better. After he finished cutting the cake, the atmosphere of this birthday party finally became thicker.

Everyone chatted about the day, recounting the friendship after not seeing each other for a long time, and the sky gradually became deeper.

"Bruce, you don't seem to have written much in this time?" Rowling asked with a smile.

"There are more and more things in the company, and with the time I spend with my family, how can I still have time to write!"

That being said, the more reason is that the more popular movies in his memory have been published in the same way as in the past five years. Without inventory, Guo Shouyun naturally won't write anymore. Although he is now confident that he has the ability to write a best-selling film, the same amount of energy is too low in terms of business and investment. There's no need for it anymore.

“… What about you? Harry Potter is finished, do you have any new plans?" asked Guo Shouyun.

Inspired by him, Rowling completed the entire Harry Potter book earlier than she could remember.

"Nope. Besides, I don't want to write about it for a while!"

"With David and Mackenzie, you probably don't have much time for a few years. ”

Rowling and Neil Morley's three children, except for Jessica, who was born to her ex-husband, David is just three years old, and Mackenzie is less than a year old, and when she needs her mother to take care of her, Rowling can't be distracted. Moreover, through the book "Harry Potter", coupled with their previous investment in Thorn Bird Publishing, Rowling's net worth has exceeded $1 billion, and they don't need to worry about money, they no longer have the need to work, and they can arrange their work and life completely according to their own will.

Rowling smiled and nodded, then took her husband's right hand.

Looking at the harmonious and happy family and relationship between her and Neil Mori, I couldn't help but sigh: "Rowling, Neil, I really envy you." ”

"Bruce, everybody has their own way of life that's different from everyone else. Isn't your achievement, your life, the envy of countless people around the world?" laughs Neil Morley.

Countless people around the world envy the lives of the super-rich. It's a pity that they don't know that compared to the super-rich, a middle-to-upper-income family life is happier!" After a pause, Guo Shouyun waved his hand, "Okay, don't talk about that." If you have time tomorrow, let's go golf together, right?"

"You go with Neil, Gary still needs someone to take care of!" Rowling laughed.

Guo Shouyun nodded.

"Al, why didn't Julia come with you?" asked Neil Morry.

"We broke up. ”

"Why?"

"She wants to be in Athens, I want to live in London, and neither wants to compromise for the other. Add to that the endless bickering, and we're all fed up with each other. So...!" Al Bevan shrugged.

Although he said it very chicly, there was a trace of pain in his eyes. Also, after all, the relationship of more than three years is not something that can be completely broken by saying goodbye.

"I see. Neil Murray nodded knowingly, "In a week's time, we're ready to go on a trip." Why don't you join us and take a break by the way!"

"Thank you, Neil. I've been prepared for this for a long time. Moreover, in a few days, I will go to South America to inspect a few players, so I should be relaxed by travel. ”

"Okay! I think there are a lot of good girls out there waiting for you!"

"Of course!"

Everyone chatted about family life, and after nine o'clock in the evening, Guo Shouyun and Al Bewen saw off Rowling's family. Back upstairs, Guo Shouyun was just about to go back to Bei Wen Manor with Lao Bei Wen, but was stopped by his father-in-law.

"Are Elizabeth and George all right?"

Guo Shouyun nodded, "They have already started preschool education, which is why I didn't bring them here this time." ”

"I know!" said old Beven, who was silent for a moment, "Are you married to the woman named Wendy?"

Guo Shouyun's eyes changed, he knew that with the level of information development in modern times, and he was also a public figure, this kind of thing would definitely not be able to be hidden for a long time. He was also ready to be known by Old Bewen. But at this moment, hearing this matter come out of his mouth, Guo Shouyun still couldn't help but feel apprehensive in his heart.

"Not yet!"

"And what about after that?"

Looking at Old Beiwen's sharp eyes, Guo Shouyun nodded slowly after being silent for a while.

"She was there for me when I was most helpless and most in need of comfort. Over the years, Elizabeth and George have also been taken care of by her and given them maternal love. So, I'm going to give her an explanation anyway!"

"Confess? You can give her an explanation. And what about Molly, and how are you going to explain it to her?"

"I promised Molly that I would take care of her for the rest of my life, so I won't leave her, never!" Guo Shouyun said in a firm tone.

"You already have that woman named Wendy, Molly should give it back to me!"

"Impossible!" Guo Shouyun refused without hesitation, "Although Wendy has been taking care of Elizabeth and George for the past few years, they all know that their mother is Molly, are you ready to separate their mother and son?"

Hearing this, Old Beiwen's expression suddenly became silent.

Seeing this, Al Bevan, who was standing on the side, hurriedly persuaded: "Dad, although Molly is still unconscious, maybe she will wake up in the next moment." I think that when that moment comes, the most gratifying and happy thing for her must be that her child still knows her as a mother. Also, you're alone at home, and Molly is unconscious, how do you take care of her?"

Old Beiwen's face changed, and after glancing at Guo Shouyun, he didn't speak, and turned around and went back to his room.

"Am I interesting?"

After the living room was quiet again, Al Bewen walked up to Guo Shouyun and suppressed his voice.

"Thanks!"

Guo Shouyun nodded.

Al Bewen waved his hand, "Bevin Economic Company has been able to develop so fast over the years, and most of it is because you are helping me." And the only place I can help you is at home. ”

"The things at home are your greatest help to me! more important than a few Bevan Economic Companies. Guo Shouyun said without hesitation.

“… Well, it's not too early, and I should go back too!"

"I'll send you!"

Guo Shouyun nodded, and went downstairs accompanied by Al Bewen. Matthew opened the door and stopped again just as he was about to sit in.

"I'm going to have David Gill use Manchester United's scouting network to help you pick the right players, and I'm going to buy another baseball team to help you open up the American sports market even further. After a deep look at Al Bevan, "That's the only place I can help you." ”

"I know!"

Al Bewen smiled and nodded, "If you really need help, I'll be the first to call you." ”

"Hmm... I'm leaving, you go back!"

"Goodbye!"

"Goodbye!"

After a week's stay in Exeter, Guo Shouyun returned to London. Jonathan Weir, CEO of Pacific Energy Group, and the company's negotiation team are already waiting for him here.

"How are the negotiations with Scottish Power going?"

"If we can accept £7.5 billion in cash and take on £3.2 billion in debt, a total purchase price of £10.7 billion, then the other side can sign the contract now. Jonathan Weil said happily.

Elect Scotland's surprise was a complete surprise and almost without warning it was hit on the head with a pie by the big boss.

Once swallowed by the UK's third-largest power company, Pacific Energy will not only add 5.2 million electricity users, 2.42 million natural gas users, nearly 8,000 megawatts of installed capacity, but also $13 billion in high-quality assets.

Guo Shouyun nodded, "Is the other party's asking price high?"

"According to our calculations, Scottish Power's total assets are $12.84 billion, and if it were acquired for £10.7 billion, the premium would be 43.2% when taking into account the debt. Although slightly higher, Scottish Power had annual revenues of £3.84 billion and net profits of £783 million. Compared with past acquisitions in the same industry, this price is not high. ”

"In that case, let's buy it at this price! Sign the contract as soon as possible. ”

"Yes!

Pacific Energy itself was founded on the basis of a large number of loss-making enterprises, from the earliest Pacific Power and Natural Gas Company to Enron, which at the end of 2002 accounted for as much as 70% of its debt. Later, Guo Shouyun invested a large amount of the money he earned from gold futures, and through such methods as selling off non-performing assets, upgrading power generation equipment and power grids, reducing consumption, streamlining personnel, and saving administrative expenses, coupled with the increased demand for energy from the recovered US economy, Pacific Energy came back to life and its profitability increased significantly.

But with Mr. Guo's large investments in the United States, China, India, and South America, especially Brazil, half of Pacific Energy's profits have been filled into these projects. So, despite Pacific Energy's growing profitability, the debt ratio is still as high as 47.3%. Cash flow is also much richer than before, but it is not enough to spend £10.7 billion to buy Scottish Power. Of course, if Guo Shouyun had allowed Pacific Energy's shares to be traded, then there would have been no need for so much cash. However, with Jonathan Vale's knowledge of the big bosses, he will most likely not allow such a trade.

"I'll settle some of the funds for you!"

Guo Shouyun thought about it and said. Originally, he had planned to use the proceeds from the sale of shares in eBay and Yahoo to buy Scottish Power.

However, the rapid liquidation caused the decline of eBay and Yahoo stocks, which took more than a year to sell, as the $25.8 billion worth of shares took more than a year to sell.

Therefore, now Guo Shouyun can only solve part of it temporarily.

"But you don't have to worry, and with Pacific Energy's cash reserves, there's no problem raising $8 billion. Then I asked the Phoenix Bank to finance you, and it was enough to buy Scottish electricity. ”

Jonathan Weil nodded.

"Now that September is over, is Pacific Energy's third-quarter financial report out?" asked Guo Shouyun instead.

"It's still being sorted out. But I've already seen the approximate data. ”

"Tell me about it!"

"Yes!" Nodding, Jonathan Weil organized the language, "In the third quarter of 2004, Pacific Energy Group generated $26.12 billion in revenue and $3.47 billion in net profit. Excluding Scottish Power, the group's total assets are US$135 billion, with a debt ratio of 47.3% and US$63.855 billion. ”

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