Chapter 290: Chapter 279 The Most Valuable Information Chapter 290: Chapter 279 The Most Valuable Information After completing the procedures, Lu Jiaxin left with Nie Zhan. As for the mortgage money, Nie Jingwen promised to transfer it to Nie Zhan’s account within three days.
It wasn’t until there were only two people left in the private dining room that Nie Zhan said, “You don’t have an account with Wansheng Bank, so I had big brother transfer the money to my account. Don’t worry, I’ll have someone transfer the money to an account in your name tomorrow.”
Jiaxin understood that if the money wasn’t transferred to his account, Nie Jingwen would probably suggest that she open an account with Wansheng Bank. Actually, that wasn’t a problem, but she was still a minor and opening an account would require a guardian’s signature. She got along well with Su Heyuan but didn’t want him to know everything.
“I hadn’t thought of that, thank you.”
Nie Zhan smiled and said, “I didn’t lie to big brother, I indeed want to bring you into investment, it’s just that you yourself aren’t willing.”
Lu Jiaxin said jokingly, “If I have spare cash to invest in the future, I will consult you first, and then you can’t charge me a consultation fee.”
She felt that Nie Zhan had a more accurate grasp of the international situation than she did, which had to do with him growing up abroad and having his own social circle. By asking Nie Zhan, she could get hold of some information faster than others, and having the firsthand information would put her a step ahead. As for investing, she knew the general direction of global development, so she wouldn’t bother Nie Zhan for that.
Nie Zhan said with a smile, “Don’t worry, I guarantee I won’t charge a cent, and I’ll be at your service anytime.”
That evening when she went back, Lu Jiaxin called Zong Jinghua to say that she wanted to go to Wall Street and ask if she could join him.
On the third day after getting the money, Zong Jinghua’s daughter underwent a bone marrow transplant. The surgery was very successful, and the child was out of danger the next day; now, she just needed meticulous care.
Zong Jinghua said there was no problem on his end, “Miss, let me handle the flight tickets!”
Qian Xiaoxiao knew they were going to Wall Street, and since she couldn’t go, she was somewhat worried, “Brother Feng and that Zong Jinghua are both men, and they can’t follow you into the restroom.”
Lu Jiaxin explained, “Your passport hasn’t been processed, so you can’t for now. Don’t worry, I’m just going to look around Wall Street. It’s full of wealthy people, so the security is still very good.”
Qian Xiaoxiao said, “Sister Xin, I also want to become a Hong Kong resident, so I can get my passport more quickly.”
Lu Jiaxin said with a smile, “Before we go abroad next time, I will definitely have your passport ready.”
Nie Zhan was surprised to know that she was going to Wall Street and asked her what she was going to do there.
Lu Jiaxin had already come up with a reason. She said with a smile, “Wall Street is the financial center of the whole world. I want to go and see around before school starts, to see the world and also to broaden my horizons.”
Lu Jiaxin was born in the ’90s. As for the events of the eighties, she only knew about the Plaza Accord and Black Monday; she wasn’t clear on the rest. This was also why she wanted to go to Wall Street. She planned to buy American stocks, but the information in Hong Kong was relatively less comprehensive.
“I’ll accompany you.”
Lu Jiaxin immediately refused, “Sister Yadan told me you’ve been very busy lately, with a full schedule. Nie Zhan, I don’t want to delay your work because of me.”
Nie Zhan said with a smile, “Then I’ll come to find you once I’m done with my work.”
Lu Jiaxin did not object to that.
Two days later, Lu Jiaxin went to Wall Street, and because she kept a low profile, not many knew about it. Gu Wenfeng had been studying English diligently ever since returning from Hawaii, and now he could engage in simple conversations with people.
Wall Street is a fascinating place, where you can see people of many skin colors, all in a hurry.
Lu Jiaxin stayed at Wall Street for a week before returning to Hong Kong. This time she stayed at the Fulihua Grand Hotel, which, like the Peninsula Hotel, is a five-star hotel and very famous.
The money from the mortgage, Nie Zhan transferred to her HSBC and Standard Chartered Bank accounts the next day. Lu Jiaxin took a day to rest, then went to these two banks and asked the managers to help her buy stocks in McDonald’s, Volvo, Oceania, and Disney.
The reason she bought these four stocks was that during a chat with Nie Zhan, he mentioned that the consumption goods and service industry in America had grown rapidly in the past two years. After doing some research, she found that it was indeed as Nie Zhan said. She was holding the stocks short-term and following the major trends, she definitely wouldn’t lose.
After finishing her business, Lu Jiaxin went shopping again, and it turned into a half-day affair. By the time she got back to the hotel, she was completely spent and called for a female masseuse for a massage.
Xiaoxiao saw her lying on the sofa complaining of being tired and said with a laugh, “Sister Xin, you said you weren’t tired earlier and looked so energetic. How come the moment you return to the hotel, you’re so exhausted you can’t take it?”
Lu Jiaxin liked shopping, firstly to keep up with fashion trends and secondly because shopping made her happy: “You don’t understand the joy of shopping.”
Xiaoxiao immediately expressed that she did not want to understand. The cost of understanding was too high; every time she saw Lu Jiaxin buy something, her eyelids would twitch.
That night, Nie Zhan called Lu Jiaxin: “My grandfather got sick, so I stayed at home with him today. I’ll come to see you tomorrow.”
Lu Jiaxin said she would be returning to the mainland: “When will I be back? I’m not sure yet. It could be half a month, maybe a month.”
“Why such a long time?”
“I have things to take care of, and then I plan to do a little tour around.”
Visit the Xian City Wall and the Drum Tower, then maybe climb Huashan Mountain and see the Laojun Mountain. If possible, go see the Terracotta Warriors as well.
Nie Zhan asked, “Can you postpone it for a few days? I’ll accompany you.”
Lu Jiaxin shook her head and refused. Traveling abroad together was one thing, but going back to the mainland together was another. The mainland was so conservative, who knows what rumors would surface.
Nie Zhan felt a bit disappointed.
Lu Jiaxin said with a smile, “Wait for me to get back from the mainland. If you have time then, we can go to Venice for a few days.”
Venice, renowned as one of the most romantic destinations in the world, would be perfect for a trip with Nie Zhan.
Nie Zhan’s mood lifted immediately, “It’s a deal then.”
Even if he was busy, he would make time for a week’s trip.
Upon arriving at the Ancient Capital and exiting the train station, they saw Master Qian.
After observing him, Lu Jiaxin laughed and said, “Master Qian, you’ve changed a lot since I saw you last year.”
Master Qian, beaming, replied, “What big change? You could just say I’ve put on weight directly. With nothing to worry about these days, and enjoying good food and drinks, naturally, I’ve gained a bit of weight on my face.”
It wasn’t just weight gain; he also looked much lighter in complexion. Lu Jiaxin said, “Master Qian, you’re at a good weight now; you shouldn’t gain any more. Otherwise, all kinds of diseases will set in – heart and vascular diseases, high blood pressure…”
Master Qian felt his head swell hearing this.
Qian Xiaoxiao said, “Old man, did you hear that? You have to eat less meat or stop altogether; then living to eighty-eight won’t be a problem for you.”
Master Qian wasn’t having it: “With all these eating and drinking restrictions, even living to eighty-eight wouldn’t be fun. I’d rather enjoy good food and good drinks wholeheartedly and be satisfied living until sixty-eight.”
Qian Xiaoxiao looked towards Lu Jiaxin, hoping she could help persuade him.
Lu Jiaxin said with a smile, “Master Qian, as people age, functions like the digestive system start to weaken, so you should focus on a light diet, avoiding oily and spicy foods.”
“And don’t say that living to sixty-eight is enough. If one could close their eyes and pass away peacefully, that would be a blessing. The fear is suffering a stroke and lying in bed half-dead needing care, living each day in agony.”
Master Qian had no response.