in2ebook Chapter 585 Wang Xiucheng's New Target: White Horse Manor Hotel!
Chapter 585 Wang Xiucheng's New Target: White Horse Manor Hotel!
It might be because he just joined the Clippers and is still in the adjustment period.
Harden only contributed 12 points, 8 rebounds, and 5 assists in this game.
It's passable, but it's still quite a bit different from peak Harden.
George and Kawhi scored 24 and 17 points respectively, which isn't high, but it's acceptable.
With Wang Xiucheng out of the game, the Nets' overall shooting percentage dropped to its lowest point of the season.
In the end, the Nets defeated the Clippers, who also have a Big Three, 100-93 at home.
December 11, China time.
Just as the entire land of China was engulfed in a "subsidy war," the Nets began their second game against the Celtics on the road.
Although Wang Xiucheng returned, Westbrook was absent from this game.
Although Wang Xiucheng played for 38 minutes throughout the game, the disadvantages of the absence of the point guard position became obvious after Wang Xiucheng left the court.
In the end, the Celtics defeated the Nets 121-107 at home, avenging their loss a week earlier.
Tonight, the Celtics showcased their three-point shooting prowess to the fullest.
The Celtics attempted 52 three-pointers throughout the game, and although their shooting percentage wasn't very high, they still made 19 three-pointers.
The Celtics took a total of 94 shots, 52 of which were three-pointers, accounting for more than 55%.
During the broadcast, O'Neal started criticizing the NBA, attributing the declining viewership to the phenomenon of players relentlessly shooting three-pointers from the outside.
Perhaps due to too much rest, Wang Xiucheng's performance in this game was mediocre, and he was also affected by fouls, scoring only 22 points and 9 assists.
Durant scored a Nets-high 33 points, while Towns added 21.
The three players scored a total of 76 points, accounting for more than 70% of the Nets' 107 points.
The "Big Three" model is beginning to take shape.
The end of this game also means that the Nets' record in the Mid-Season Tournament is now 1 win and 1 loss.
That evening, the entire Nets team returned to New York.
After resting for a night, Wang Xiucheng arrived at Mary's house early the next morning.
It was supposed to be morning, but it was actually already 10 o'clock.
Mary Julia stood at the entrance of the manor, wrapped in a down jacket.
Actually, Wang Xiucheng didn't want to meet her at home; it just felt strange.
But it's the weekend, so Mary Julia isn't going to the office.
Wang Xiucheng didn't want to delay any longer, so he came.
"Have you eaten?" Upon seeing Wang Xiucheng arrive, Mary disregarded the cold and immediately went down the steps to the car, opening the door for him.
Wang Xiucheng, wearing only a trench coat, got out of the car and said casually, "I just woke up and came here. I haven't eaten yet."
“Perfect timing, I had them prepare some Chinese food, have some with me later.” Mary’s surprise was undisguised as she walked with Wang Xiucheng’s arm in hers.
Of course Wang Xiucheng ate breakfast. Even if he didn't, Ma Xiaoxuan, who was pregnant, would eat, and he would eat with her.
But Wang Xiucheng still said it, because he didn't want Mary to feel like she had prepared the meal for nothing.
Half an hour later, Wang Xiucheng and Mary sat at the dining table, looking at more than a dozen plates filled with delicious food.
"Is this breakfast? Isn't it too much?"
Mary's mother and older brother went to Wichita, where Koch Industries' headquarters were located.
Mary's younger brother seemed to know that Wang Xiucheng was coming back today, so he left home early in the morning and disappeared somewhere.
Wang Xiucheng and Mary, his younger brother, had a few brief conversations.
Wang Xiucheng was quite impressed by his views.
“My family is so rich, and my brother and sister are so outstanding. They will definitely be senior executives in the family business in the future. I am doing well in my studies, and I don’t mess around. I got into a prestigious university on my own and I don’t date female celebrities. I feel like I’m a disgrace to these wealthy families!”
Wang Xiucheng thought he was right.
Now only Wang Xiucheng, Mary, and a group of servants are left at home.
“Just eat this as lunch.” Mary personally picked up a piece of meat with her chopsticks and placed it in Wang Xiucheng’s bowl. “This is beef raised by Koch Industries. It’s not sold to outsiders. We’re eating it ourselves.”
Mary knew that Wang Xiucheng cared a lot about what was in his mouth, so she offered an explanation.
"Thank you." Wang Xiucheng picked it up and ate it directly.
The taste was alright, but Wang Xiucheng didn't plan to waste too much time on the food.
“Mary, I may have to use company funds again,” Wang Xiucheng said to Mary.
“No problem,” Mary nodded, seemingly unconcerned.
The company jointly established by Wang Xiucheng, Maria Koch, Cai Congxin, and Jassim made a lot of money from LVMH, the parent company of Louis Vuitton.
Wang Xiucheng agreed to Bernard Arnault's request to gradually sell off his shares.
Wang Xiucheng is a man of his word. It wasn't until last month that CWJK, a company in which Wang Xiucheng held shares, released all of its stock holdings, which were worth tens of billions of yuan.
During this period, LVMH's stock only declined slowly, but it was still much higher than when Wang Xiucheng bought it.
This earned CWJK approximately 20 billion.
But on Wednesday of this week, LVMH's stock price plummeted by more than 8% at the opening bell, and by the close of trading, it had dropped by a total of 9%.
On that one day alone, Bernard Arnault's net worth shrank by more than 270 billion!
The reason is that a professional economic company released a report.
The general idea is that due to the economic downturn, luxury goods are not selling well after 24 years.
They also released a report on the projected revenue of major luxury goods companies for 23.
LVMH's sales are expected to decline by more than 15%, with sales in China expected to decline by more than 20%.
Following the release of this report, the stock prices of luxury goods companies, including LVMH, Burberry Group, and Kering Group (the parent company of Gucci), plummeted.
LVMH's stock price, which had been driven up by Wang Xiucheng in the early stages, fell back in almost just one week.
Wang Xiucheng's safe withdrawal before the stock price plummeted has impressed many investors with his sharp insight and shrewd methods, while also drawing close attention to his CWJK company.
"What are your plans this time?" Mary asked with interest, resting her chin on her hand.
Wang Xiucheng smiled and said mysteriously, "It's still LVMH."
“Bernard Arnault?” Marie was slightly surprised, then chuckled. “It’s him again? Did he offend you? Or…”
Mary's eyes suddenly turned strange. "Or do you actually have feelings for that singing woman?"
Wang Xiucheng patted Mary on the head, "Don't you know what kind of person I like?"
Upon hearing this, Mary looked into Wang Xiucheng's eyes and asked, "What about me?"
“You’re different from them,” Wang Xiucheng said in a low voice, his head lowered as if he were eating.
Mary laughed upon hearing this.
Wang Xiucheng was certainly aware of Imary's abilities, or rather, Imary Koch's abilities; it would be easy for her to find out how many confidantes and children Wang Xiucheng had.
Pretending to be stupid in front of Mary is not a good idea; it's better to just admit it openly.
"What are you going to do?" Mary asked with a smile.
Wang Xiucheng breathed a sigh of relief, feeling guilty. It seemed he had managed to keep Mary calm.
“I’ve got my eye on the Cheval Blanc Hotel in Paris,” Wang Xiucheng said, smiling at Mary.
"White Horse Manor Hotel?" Mary was slightly surprised; Wang Xiucheng's taste was indeed discerning.
Mary had also stayed at this hotel, and she loved it for its location, value, and luxurious decor.
But you can stay there as often as you like.
Wang Xiucheng, however, wanted to buy it!
"Is White Horse Estate owned by Bernard Arnault?" Mary asked tentatively.
Wang Xiucheng nodded.
Upon seeing Wang Xiucheng admit it, Mary suddenly covered her mouth and laughed.
What exactly did Bernard Arnault do to offend Wang Xiucheng?