Chapter 237: Returning to the Old Business
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After coming to the United States, Liu Wei spent a lot of energy on the gambling industry in Las Vegas and Reno, and after he finished his earth-shattering vote in New York, he found that these investments did not make much sense, at least not bring enough huge returns as he imagined. Pen? Interesting? Pavilion wWw. biquge。 info
If it weren't for the need for a proper identity, Liu Wei would have put aside the trouble of making money a long time ago.
For making money, it is not Liu Wei who is tired of it, but Mobei Wolf and the girls who finally found something to do.
The purpose of Mobei Wolf to make money is very simple: to carry out the third transformation.
Although according to Yuan Changqing's plan, with the deepening of various researches, the transformation will continue, for example, after Beard's research achieves greater results, Liu Wei will be transformed for the fourth time, but Mobei Wolf can't see that long-term, he has only one purpose: to surpass Liu Wei, at least to gain the same ability as Liu Wei.
The ideal way to make quick money is not to open a casino, but to sell drugs.
It's a pity that under Liu Wei's resolute opposition, Mobei Wolf had to hand over the drug trade to Batavia, and then divided the controlled southwest market into several regions, which were handed over to a few mercenaries recommended by Batavia to take care of. Although Mobei Wolf is still the big boss behind the scenes, the income earned through the drug network is no longer at his disposal, but arranged by Liu Wei, and most of it is used on the intelligence network controlled by Long Minjiang.
Liu Wei did this, not because he didn't want Mobei Wolf and others to undergo the third transformation, but because he wanted to completely get rid of the Military Intelligence Bureau.
After the attack on Manhattan, Liu Wei realized that it was a very dangerous thing to continue to be in close contact with the Military Intelligence Bureau, which would not only threaten them, but also most likely implicate Li Tingxuan, and even cause damage to national interests. But most of the time, Liu Wei still had to rely on the information provided by Li Tingxuan. The only way to get rid of the dependence on the military intelligence bureau is to form an intelligence network that reads the power.
Fortunately, Liu Wei's subordinates have no shortage of talents in this area.
Needless to say, as the most powerful spy under Li Tingxuan, his ability is enough for Liu Wei to hand over intelligence-related matters to him. In addition, Zhou Fen and Bao Liuqing are also very good spies, and there is also a Dian Bin who is good at covering. More importantly, before Liu Wei came to the United States, Liu Xiuxun had already established a small espionage network in the United States through the Long Min River. What Liu Wei wants to do is only to strengthen this spy network and make it have a more powerful intelligence gathering capability.
In this regard, what Liu Wei needs to do is to invest money and let Long Minjiang expand the spy network.
As for the training of spy personnel, that is a more long-term issue, and the right people are needed. Although the gray-backed jackal and the others all have such abilities, before completing the tasks assigned by Li Tingxuan, Liu Wei had to let them stay by his side, instead of letting them train newcomers.
Of course, recruiting spies also takes time and patience.
As for Rina Tanaka and the others, Liu Wei just hopes that they have something to do, so as not to have nothing to do all day long.
Fortunately, Rina Tanaka and others did not disappoint Liu Wei. During the construction of the Reno casino, they took on most of the work and rarely let Liu Wei worry.
As the big boss of the casino, Liu Wei only needs to show his face at the right time.
For example, at the opening ceremony of the casino, Liu Wei had to appear in public.
Although according to Tanaka Reina's arrangement, the opening ceremony was very grand, and there were thousands of guests from all walks of life invited alone, but considering that the United States had just suffered the worst blow after the war, and the whole country was mourning the victims, Liu Wei asked Tanaka Rina to adjust the arrangements and not make it too exaggerated.
Of course, as a big boss, there are some things that can't be avoided.
For example, at the party, Liu Wei couldn't refuse the small requests made by others.
According to Tanaka's arrangement, after the ceremony, Liu Wei will meet with some guests with special purposes alone, accept their congratulations, and meet their requirements at the same time.
This arrangement made Liu Wei feel very uncomfortable.
In his opinion, this is not an Eastern culture, but a Western culture.
It's just that he can't deny that in Nevada, and even in the entire southwestern region of the United States, he is already a big man at the level of the godfather of the Italian mafia. Among other things, after he eliminated twelve Italian families in Las Vegas, anyone who wanted to get a place in Las Vegas would have to ask for his opinion. Of course, most of the time, it is the Mobei Wolf or Tanaka Rina who handles these troublesome things for him.
Unfortunately, not all troubles can be done by others.
Among the VIPs that Liu Wei had to meet was Princess Anne, who had come from England.
When he saw this princess who was working hard for charity, Liu Wei remembered that he and Anne still had a marriage contract that had not ended. Although it is only a nominal marriage contract, and both parties have no intention of fulfilling it, in the eyes of the public, Liu Wei is still the quasi-son-in-law of the British royal family.
Thankfully, Anne came to him, not to make good on his promise, but to ask him for a small favor.
"Sierra Leone?"
"Last time I was in London, I mentioned to you that we intend to open 100 schools in Sierra Leone, set up 100 public hospitals, and set up a fund for refugees to turn to poverty, so that they can get the microcredit they need to rebuild their homes and work productively."
"I know it's a good thing and it benefits a lot of people."
Anne smiled and said, "The problem is that not everyone is willing to benefit the population. ”
"Really?"
"We're in some trouble." Anne hesitated for a moment before she said, "The Interim Governor of Sierra Leone has not approved our assistance operations and has not allowed us to set up refugee relief centres outside of Freetown on the grounds that normal order has not yet been restored in the country. ”
"This should be for your safety."
"I know, but I also know that you have a very good relationship with Srehom, and without you, Srehom would not have been able to return to Sierra Leone."
Liu Wei's brows jumped a few times, but he didn't rush to speak.
"I don't want to know what your relationship is with him, but I want you to help us with this issue and let us set up a refugee relief centre in Sierra Leone. Of course, if possible, we hope that you will provide the necessary security for our rescuers. ”
"Safety?"
"As far as I know, you've been helping Srehom train military personnel."
Liu Wei immediately raised his vigilance, because not many people knew about these things.
"Liu, I don't want to inquire about anything, I just want to do what I have to do."
"Anne, I'm not trying to thwart you, and I have no idea of the trouble you're in Sierra Leone, and I can swear to God." Liu Wei sighed and said, "I will help you solve these problems, and even provide you with the vehicles you need to deliver relief supplies, but you must assure me that all those involved in the relief work must be supervised by the Sierra Leonean authorities, after all, no aid operation can violate the laws of the country where it is located." ”
"Unless it's a law that is decided by the people."
"Preparations are underway for the national elections in Sierra Leone and they will be completed this year. I assure you that whoever has the support of the people can become the legitimate ruler of Sierra Leone only if he has the support of the people. ”
"I trust your assurances, but ......"
"So, please understand my request and abide by the agreement we have reached."
Anne gritted her teeth and nodded in agreement.
"I will arrange for Dian Bin to travel to Sierra Leone, if you have any questions, you can contact him directly, or contact me. Until the elections are over, humanitarian aid must be at the heed of the Interim Axe, and I will provide you with the necessary and comprehensive security. You must promise me that anything related to security, whoever it may be, will be subject to the arrangements of the security guards I have dispatched. ”
"I grant your request."
"Are you going to Sierra Leone?" Liu Wei took the opportunity to change the topic.
"After a while, after all, there are so many countries that need humanitarian assistance, not just Sierra Leone."
"So, do you need my help?" Liu Wei took out the checkbook from the drawer.
"Liu ......"
"How?"
Anne hesitated for a moment and said, "You are very generous, you have given us a lot of support, and the foundation is very well funded, so we don't need more donations for the time being." ”
"Really?" Liu Wei smiled and put down the pen he had just picked up.
"I know that what you can offer is not urgent is financial help. With your current influence, you can help us more in other ways. ”
"Annie, I'm not a big deal."
"So, how do you explain so many big people out there?"
Liu Wei smiled and did not answer Annie's question.
"You said that there are many problems in the world that cannot be solved with money."
Liu Wei let out a long breath and said, "Okay, my Royal Highness Princess, what else do you need me to do for you?" ”
"Not now, but I want you to make a promise to me."
"Promise?"
"At some point in the future, use your influence to help more people in need."
Liu Wei thought about it and felt that this was not a promise that had to be fulfilled, so he agreed.
After receiving the reply, Anne did not take up Liu Wei's precious time anymore and followed Rina Tanaka out.
"This, I'm addicted to doing charity." When Anne was out, the gray-backed jackal came over.
"I'm afraid it's not that simple, she knows too much." Liu Wei picked up a cigar and said, "Let Dian Bin go to Sleihom, get her a few passes, and then arrange for our people to provide them with security." ”
"Are you really going to let her throw money around in Sierra Leone?"
Liu Wei glanced at the gray-backed jackal and said, "Anyway, we have to spend those donations, as for who to spend it on, what does it have to do with us?" Wait a minute, you go to Sister Bao and ask her to go to England to visit Yumi Hashimoto, and ask about Anne by the way. ”
"You think she had an affair with British intelligence?"
"Be careful, it's all right, isn't it?"
The gray-backed jackal nodded in agreement and didn't say anything more.
After taking two puffs of cigarette, Liu Wei asked Rina Tanaka to invite the next visitor in.
(To be continued)