Chapter 437: A Castle on the Outskirts of Paris
Jiang Ping also knew in his heart that Nicholas would definitely consider this issue. After all, the two are not related, they just made a deal. The last time Nicholas was in danger, Jiang Ping came to the rescue, which was already rare. Now Jiang Ping is still very active in helping Nicholas seize the position of the heir of the family, and anyone in Nicholas's position will ask "why".
If Jiang Ping couldn't give a convincing answer, Nicholas would definitely not agree to cooperate with him. It's too dangerous to get involved with a guy with unknown intentions.
Seeing that Jiang Ping actually smiled, Nicholas was also a little surprised. However, he was still very calm, and waited for Jiang Ping to answer his question without saying a word.
"There are several reasons for this. Jiang Ping quickly said to Nicholas: "First of all, I think you are a good person, at least when you are assassinated, you are willing to face the killer with me, rather than fleeing alone, so I think you are a friend worth making." ”
Jiang Ping played the emotional card first, and then said unhurriedly: "Secondly, I am also thinking about myself. If you become the heir to the Piero family, and one day you can still be in charge of the whole family, it will be somewhat beneficial to me, right? You also know that I will inevitably encounter some trouble in this business, and when the time comes to ask you for help, you should not refuse, right?"
Listening to Jiang Ping's two reasons, Nicholas's tense face gradually relaxed. If the first reason alone was not enough to convince him, then the second reason made Nicholas more able to understand why Jiang Ping did this. So when he heard this, he couldn't help but nod slightly.
Seeing that Nicholas accepted his statement, Jiang Ping continued: "This last reason. It's just that I've been more idle lately. Looking for something to do. ”
Although this reason sounds a little inexplicable. But Nicholas accepted it. After all, it is not surprising that a capable person like Jiang Ping has a somewhat eccentric personality.
Nicholas quickly accepted Jiang Ping's reason and said to him with a smile: "Okay, then let's give it a go and see if we can bring down Jeremy!"
Seeing that Nicholas was willing to cooperate with him, Jiang Ping immediately held his breath and took a deep look at him with a snobbish eye. I saw that Nicholas's seal hall was mixed with purple, gold, and pink lights, and the color of each light was very obvious.
Jiang Ping, who saw this scene, also nodded secretly. I know that I made the right bet this time. Purple represents nobility and power, gold is money, and pink is peach luck. Nicholas will be able to have all three of these fortunes in a few months, indicating that his identity must have changed dramatically, otherwise it wouldn't be so. In this case, there is only one possibility, and that is that he was appointed by his father as the heir to the family.
Thinking of this, Jiang Ping was also very determined, but of course he wouldn't say it so dead in front of Nicholas, he just smiled faintly: "Don't worry, I think I'm eighty percent sure!"
Nicholas himself felt that it would be good to have half a chance, and after listening to Jiang Ping's words, he was not sure about it: "I hope so." ”
Knowing that it was useless to talk more empty words, Jiang Ping no longer dwelled on this topic. Instead, he said to Nicholas: "You just said that your father hates people to cheat on him the most, so I think you should ...... like this"
In the discussion between Jiang Ping and Nicholas. The limousine they were in had already driven out of the city and into the outskirts of Paris. The scenery is beautiful, the air is fresh, and there are no factories or farms around, so it is a beautiful natural scenery.
The limousine drove along a flat, straight road before turning onto a side road lined with towering trees on both sides. Just as he was on the auxiliary road, Jiang Ping saw a sign on the side of the road with the words "Private territory, please do not enter" written in multiple languages.
When you see this sign, you immediately understand that this is already the land of the Piero family. However, they did not fence off the place, but only erected a sign, which shows that the family is very atmospheric.
The limousine turned into the auxiliary road and drove for more than ten minutes before the fence and gate appeared in front of it. Although the speed of the car slowed down after driving into the auxiliary road, it was driven for so long anyway, which shows that this land is indeed very large. The fact that such a large piece of land is in the heart of Europe shows that the strength of the Piero family should not be underestimated.
There was a guard behind the gate, but since it was Nicholas's car, the guard just glanced into the car and waved it away. The car continued to move slowly forward, and it was officially at the manor house where John Piero, the head of the Piero family, lived.
Needless to say, the size of this estate is very natural, with tall trees and large green meadows as far as the eye can see.
At the end of the auxiliary road is a castle of great proportions. From Jiang Ping's point of view, the castle should have been built in the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries. It is evident that it has been meticulously maintained, both in the building itself and in the garden in front of it, giving it a sense of exuberance and making people look at it.
Only a large family like the Piero family has the ability to maintain and use such a large castle estate. Judging from this point alone, the real strength of the Piero family is much stronger than the outside world speculates.
Seeing this beautiful castle, Nicholas whispered to Jiang Ping: "This is my father's residence, the heart of the Piero family. ”
Seeing that Nicholas's face was full of yearning, Jiang Ping took the opportunity to cheer him up: "One day in the future, you will be the new master here!"
These words were in line with Nicholas's mind, and he couldn't help but say to Jiang Ping: "If there really is that day, I will never forget you!"
While the two were talking, the car had come to a slow stop in front of the castle gates. A servant stepped forward to open the car door for the two, and Jiang Ping and Nicholas left the car and slowly walked into the castle.
Although the exterior of the castle has been deliberately retained, the interior has been renovated. Not only is it very luxurious, but it is also equipped with a variety of modern amenities. Those who live in it do not have to endure the dim oppression that prevailed in the castle before, but are as comfortable as staying in a five-star hotel.
As soon as the two entered the castle, they were greeted by a middle-aged man in a tuxedo and white gloves. He was William, the butler here, and he first greeted Nicholas: "Mr. Piero, welcome back." ”
Nicholas nodded at William, and then introduced Jiang Ping beside him: "He is Jiang Ping, and my father said that I would like to meet him." ”
"Hello, Mr. Jiang. William nodded politely to Jiang Ping, and then said to Nicholas: "Mr. Piero just mentioned the two of them, and instructed them to come and see him directly, and the two of them please come with me." ”
"Okay, thank you William. Nicholas thanked the butler and followed him to his father.
On this occasion, Jiang Ping didn't have much to say, and walked side by side with Nicholas without saying a word.
The castle was so large that the trio walked for a few minutes to reach John Piero's study. William knocked lightly on the door, and soon heard someone inside: "Please come in!"
Only then did William push the door in, and respectfully said to the man sitting behind the desk, "Mr. Piero, Master Nicholas and Mr. Jiang have arrived. ”
In fact, at the moment, Nicholas has not officially entered the Piero family, and William calls him a little unruly. However, William was a close confidant of John Piero and knew that Nicholas's return to the family was a sure thing, so he called it so in advance.
John Piero is in his fifties, gray-haired, serious-looking, and does bear a slight resemblance to Nicholas between his eyebrows. After listening to the housekeeper's words, his sharp gaze first fell on Jiang Ping's body.
John Piero can definitely be regarded as a figure who has been in a high position for a long time, even if he has no ill will towards Jiang Ping, he will put a lot of pressure on the other party when looking at him.
However, Jiang Ping is also a person who is accustomed to wind and waves, in his previous life, he once talked eloquently in front of several European crown princes without the slightest panic. In this life, he is only facing the patriarch of a family, and of course he will not panic.
Seeing Prime Minister John looking at him, Jiang Ping also greeted him with a smile: "Hello, Mr. Piero, I have admired the name for a long time, and I am fortunate to meet you!"
Jiang Ping's reaction surprised John Piero, but he quickly took the initiative to come to Jiang Ping, shook hands with him and said, "Mr. Jiang, welcome! If it weren't for the last time I came to the rescue, I'm afraid Nicholas would ...... him."
Speaking of which, John Piero shook his head and didn't want to discuss the issue anymore.
Nicolas was born to John Piero and a gypsy woman he met when he was younger. Gypsies were not very popular in Europe, and John Piero was the heir to the Piero family, and it was certainly impossible for him to marry Nicholas's mother. So Nicholas became an illegitimate child, and although he sometimes met his father, most of the time he lived with his mother.
In his youth, John Piero didn't feel anything wrong yet. However, as he grew older and never gave birth to a boy and a girl, he became more and more interested in Nicholas, his only child.
John Piero first sent his son to the best schools in Europe, and when he graduated, he planned to let Nicholas into the family. John Piero thought so, first let his son train for a few years to observe, and if he really had the corresponding ability, he would pass on his position to him.
However, just as John Piero was looking forward to paving the way for his son, Nicholas was assassinated on the street! Fortunately, an Asian named Jiang Ping came to his aid, otherwise he would never have been spared.
This made John Piero furious and immediately ordered a thorough investigation into the matter. At the same time, he also noticed Jiang Ping, so he had the idea of seeing Jiang Ping. (To be continued......)
PS: First update.
There are some important things to deal with in the seahorse today, and there is only one change, so please bear with me.