"Meng, my dearest friend, the savior of our couple!"
Cronin Baker gave Meng Shaoyuan a big hug:
“Without you, my wife and I would be suffering at the hands of the Japanese, and without you, my wife and I would still not be able to return to the United States.
I have been looking forward to seeing you again in the United States and expressing my continuous gratitude, but I did not expect it to be so soon.
Please believe that you will be the most distinguished guest of the Baker family in the United States! "
Meng Shaoyuan was able to let go of Cronin's hug with great difficulty.
Here he met a large family.
The couple Cronin and Stephanie Baker who were rescued from the Japanese in Shanghai.
And those Americans, young and old, men and women who themselves cannot name.
Cronin introduced his family enthusiastically.
Pullman Baker, his father, U.S. Senator.
Antonia Baker, his mother of Italian descent, came from a wealthy businessman family and provided a lot of financial support to her husband's career.
Ferguson Baker is actively preparing to run for Nevada Senate.
Judith Kellott, wife of Felton Kellott, chief auditor of the Nevada Gaming Commission.
All in all, this is a family of powerful guys.
Not to mention, the natal family standing behind Mrs. Stephanie Baker is the Arthur family of former US President.
Cronin is probably an outlier in the Baker family.
He had no interest in politics or business, and the only thing he devoted his energy to was his career as a journalist.
The Baker family expressed great welcome to the arrival of their youngest son and daughter-in-law's savior.
Moreover, as a senator in Congress, Pullman certainly knows the current development of Sino-US relations.
Especially Madam’s upcoming visit to the United States, which is a top priority in the United States these days.
As the security consultant at the front station, well, that's what the Americans call Meng Shaoyuan, Pullman is of course willing to get more information from Meng Shaoyuan.
After a brief exchange of pleasantries, Pullman gradually brought the topic to this aspect.
There was no need for Meng Shaoyuan to reserve anything, so he briefed Pullman on some of the situation.
At the same time, Pullman also expressed his condolences and respect to the Chinese military and civilians who are fighting.
From his son's mouth, he learned more truly about the current situation of China's Anti-Japanese War, as well as the brutality and crimes committed by the Japanese army!
"It's time to throw all those Japanese monkeys into the Pacific and drown."
As the eldest son, Ferguson Baker must show his resentment towards Japan, the common enemy of China and the United States. In this way, he can win the favor of the Chinese and increase his bargaining chips for future elections.
"When I was young, I once went to China with a diplomatic team." Pullman said: "It was an extraordinary and fascinating country. Unfortunately, I have never been there again.
What I didn't expect was that many years later, my son and his wife would embark on an extraordinary adventure in China. Sir, is there anything the Baker family can repay you with?
China and the United States are staunch allies, and I hope to strengthen our mutual friendship at this level of relationship. "
Any "friendship" comes at a price, especially for a career politician like Pullman.
They have long known Meng Shaoyuan's identity, influence, and abilities.
This is definitely someone worth taking advantage of.
China and the United States are not just allies now, but more importantly, after the war is won in the future, China will face reconstruction, which breeds huge opportunities.
At least, that's what Pullman thinks.
If there is a powerful person who can let himself know the true side of China anytime and anywhere, that is definitely what the Baker family desperately needs.
He was certainly not wrong to think so.
The problem is that the person he is facing is Meng Shaoyuan.
A calculating Meng Shaoyuan.
Meng Shaoyuan said calmly: "Americans pay attention to frankness, so I must also be frank. Many of my family and friends came to the United States earlier than before, and they need to survive.
Las Vegas, I love this city. The bill to legalize gambling in Nevada was passed more than ten years ago, but unfortunately the local gambling industry has not developed further. But I'm very optimistic about the business potential of Las Vegas. I'm going to build a large entertainment venue there. "
Las Vegas?
Everyone in the Baker family was a little surprised.
Although Las Vegas at this time had greatly improved living conditions due to the Hoover Dam, it was still just a remote town in Nevada.
Until the 1940s, it still had only two hotels with less than 100 rooms and nothing but sand.
I heard that a guy named Siegel from the Mafia has taken a fancy to this place and is building a casino, which has not yet been completed.
However, most people are not optimistic about this place.
"I need a license." Meng Shaoyuan put forward his request: "I hope to get help from the Baker family."
All eyes fell on Judith Kellott, the wife of Felton Kellott, chief auditor of the Nevada Gaming Commission.
"Sir, I don't know why you are interested in that small place. There are definitely places in Nevada that are more worthy of your investment."
When Judith said this, Meng Shaoyuan said: "Maybe other places are too prosperous and there are not many opportunities left for me. In that case, why don't I choose a small place to start? That way once I succeed , it will be more fulfilling.”
Although she disagreed with this statement, Judith still said: "Sir, do you know what kind of investment is needed to build an entertainment venue like this?"
"Of course I know, Mrs. Carlot." Meng Shaoyuan said politely: "The initial investment is two million US dollars. To maintain normal operations during the period, as well as early losses, it will cost about another five million US dollars, maybe more. .”
Everyone gasped.
Seven million, or more, this is an incredible astronomical figure!
Such a large amount of money would allow Ferguson Baker to run for office countless times without having to worry about campaign funds.
Meng Shaoyuan knew it.
That guy named Siegel spent $8 million on the construction and operation of the first hotel and casino in Las Vegas.
And it didn’t start making profits until four or five years later.
During this period, he was almost shot by the Supervisory Committee for borrowing too much mafia money.
But when he got through the most difficult period, a gold mine was born!
If it goes smoothly according to his plan, then Siegel's biggest competitor will appear.
Las Vegas, what a charming and imaginative city!
