Chapter 3 An aristocratic man should be accompanied by an English butler, preferably a little older
You know, the owner and the owner are not the same.
If Lin Zhicheng now owned a small island, or simply an uninhabited island, he would not be so depressed - whether it is to run it himself, or directly put it up for sale, it is a good choice to exchange a large amount of money to be at ease.
And now, Lin Zhicheng's Nalan Islands are not small, and the population of the island is also quite large.
Even if the U.S. troops stationed on the island withdraw as scheduled, there are still more than 30,000 ordinary citizens on the island, and as the owner of the island, Lin Zhicheng can't ignore the existence of these people.
Lin Zhicheng before was just an otaku. Although he is more active in the forum and post bar, he points out the country at every turn, and puts on a great talent and virtue. But in fact, he will only talk on paper after all, and he does not have the ability to become a qualified island owner.
The leader is not so easy to be, and he is not the material to be a leader, Lin Zhicheng is still very self-aware of this.
In fact, after figuring out the situation and knowing that after becoming the owner of the island, he would have to manage the entire Nalan Islands, and he would have to bear the expectations of the people living on the island, Lin Zhicheng once unconsciously had the idea of escaping - instead of staying on the island as an island owner and being criticized and discussed by the islanders from time to time because of various mistakes, it is better to transfer the islands and live a chic life in the world with a large sum of money.
Well, it's just a matter of thinking about it.
The name of the island owner was given to Vivian, the new god, how could it be so easy to let Lin Zhicheng throw the pot out?
In fact, whenever the thought of throwing the pot popped up in Lin Zhicheng's heart, a certain part of his body would fall into a state of immobility.
Or the arms, or the thighs, or the neck, or even the secret parts of the people.
The symptoms are similar to cramps, and they feel several times more uncomfortable than cramps, and they still cannot be recovered and relieved.
The continuous sourness and refreshing feeling is really not covered, especially when the hidden part is sick, it can make people feel good.
Even if you are used to cramps, you probably can't hold on, let alone an ordinary person like Lin Zhicheng?
In this way, Lin Zhicheng could only honestly accept his fate and take over the identity of the island owner, and at the same time he was very unhappy to accept the trouble that came with the identity of the island owner.
“Sir。 Just when Lin Zhicheng was full of thoughts, someone knocked on his door.
"Come in. Hearing that this was the housekeeper's voice, Lin Zhicheng greeted casually.
"Breakfast is ready, sir, will you go now, or will you ....... ”
The housekeeper was left by Lin Zhicheng's 'uncle' who had never met, and he was almost sixty years old. With a gentle and gentlemanly London accent in his mouth, the whole person's appearance is similar to the classic image that often appears in British TV dramas and movies, and even his name is John, a typical British name.
"Good morning, John. Raising his hand to say hello to the gray-haired old housekeeper, Lin Zhicheng turned back from the window: "Are you ready?" Then let's go, it just so happens that I'm also a little hungry." By the way, what are the delicious ....... ”
While walking forward, he kept talking to the housekeeper, although it was not too much, but from the perspective of a third party, Lin Zhicheng at this time was more or less like a talker.
And it's no wonder. A few days ago, Lin Zhicheng could only stumble on some simple English words, and he couldn't even communicate basically, but after accepting Vivian's newbie package, he suddenly found that he suddenly had English skills no less than those of Londoners. It's normal for the novelty to become more talkative before the novelty has passed.
"This morning we prepared a favourite breakfast for the old host, the main dish was pan-fried tuna belly and light crab salad. As Lin Zhicheng's housekeeper, I not only have to take care of his daily life, but also remind him about the arrangement of work. For example, now, after reporting the breakfast menu, the old housekeeper John reminded Lin Zhicheng again: "By the way, I just received a call from Lieutenant General Birmingham, and he asked you to take the time to come over, saying that he wanted to talk to you about something." ”
"Well, it looks like some of you are busy today. Hearing the name Birmingham, Lin Zhicheng unconsciously had a headache.
Douglas Birmingham, with the rank of lieutenant general, is the superintendent of the U.S. military garrison in charge of the entire Naran Islands.
Since the new US President Donald Trump proposed the withdrawal plan, Lieutenant General Birmingham has begun to make preparations in all aspects. There are many large and small affairs, many of which require the island owner to come forward to negotiate, and now, this matter has fallen on Lin Zhicheng's head.
Although the other party is a soldier, his style of acting is much more simple than that of a politician, and there is no need to be on guard when cooperating with him. However, in the end, those who are officials are officials, and they will still subconsciously dig some holes.
The trap is not secretive, but it is still effective enough for Lin Zhicheng, a novice. remembered that he forgot to bring his work assistant when they met last time, and then he was accidentally cheated by Birmingham, Lin Zhicheng's face unconsciously flashed a look of regret.
"Honestly, I really don't want to deal with that old fox. Alas~. Shaking his head, Lin Zhicheng instructed the butler: "Contact Carter, well, and Lawrence and Alexander, and let them come with me when the time comes." ”
In addition to having the old housekeeper John to help take care of him, Lin Zhicheng also has several helpers at work.
Carter, whom he named, was the chief of finance in charge of managing the finances of the Naran Islands, Lawrence was the chief of civil affairs, and Alexander was the chief of police in charge of maintaining law and order on the island.
With these people present, if Birmingham's request might affect the normal operation of the island, they can also help remind Lin Zhicheng of the province to make mistakes because of his lack of experience.
"Yes, sir. The old housekeeper nodded and wrote down Lin Zhicheng's instructions.
Thinking that in the subsequent negotiations, Carter and the three of them helped to check and plug the leaks, Lin Zhicheng's expression relaxed a little. However, he still didn't completely put his mind at ease.
After all, the three Carters have their own strengths, and their location also determines that they will only make judgments from a single level, which is not comprehensive enough.
What Lin Zhicheng needs most now is actually a think tank that can control the overall situation, to put it bluntly, he lacks a helper similar to his master.
"John, how's the job posting sent out yesterday afternoon?
"The response wasn't great. I don't know where to take out a small notebook, while putting on reading glasses, John reported to Lin Zhicheng: "First of all, Mr. James Devillen, who you want to hire the most, has given a clear reply, saying that he is very satisfied with his current life and will not resign to accept your offer." In addition, Mr. Michael Barbados and Ms. Maria Loreira gave replies that would take some time to consider. At the moment, the only one who has expressed his willingness is Mr. Tranida Makelet, but considering that he is at the bottom of the list you have set, the headhunter has not signed an agreement directly with him until the others have given a clear answer. ”
The people who value it enough can't be dug up, and the only one who nods is the one he doesn't care about the most, so the result makes Lin Zhicheng frown unconsciously.
"Alas, everything is not going well~. Shaking his head and clearing up the depression in his head, Lin Zhicheng asked the old housekeeper's opinion: "John, do you think I should relax the conditions?
"That's up to you, I'm just a housekeeper. After a pause, the old butler finally decided to speak his mind: "As far as my personal opinion is concerned, I have no objection to the use of some young people. Although they don't have the experience of Mr. James Devillen, they are certainly very motivated, and as the times progress, young people may be able to adapt themselves to trends and give new and exciting advice. ”
The old housekeeper's words surprised Lin Zhicheng. After all, his appearance and style of conduct are exactly the same as those of the old-school English gentlemen, and the general impression is that the old-fashioned English gentlemen have always been equal to the old-fashioned.
"John, I was surprised. ”
"I'm almost sixty years old, but I'm not stubborn. Hearing what Lin Zhicheng meant, the old housekeeper deliberately humored: "Well, the mobile phone I use now is the 'Fruit Seven' that has only been released for a short time, and when I am idle, I will play a few games." ”
"I bet Lily must have put it on you. ”
Lily, John's granddaughter, is a lively and cute blonde beauty, and before she entered elementary school, she always stayed on this side of Longevity Island, living with John's wife. And now, the little beauty is about to enter the first grade of elementary school, so she has to stay with her parents on the main island, which has better public facilities.
It's been a few days since he came here, and Lin Zhicheng hasn't really seen Lily, but because of John's call with Lily, he also knows about the existence of this little girl.
Then, because of John's constant amway, and because he saw the photos in his mobile phone, Lin Zhicheng couldn't help but have some good feelings about this little girl who had only seen photos and had not seen real people, and even began to look forward to meeting her.
"Why don't you come with me to the main island later? While speaking, he had already come to the restaurant, and while sitting down, Lin Zhicheng said to John: "When we are done, we can just go to see the little girl by the way." ”