Chapter 188 Uniting Against a Common Enemy
William didn't expect Master from the Wilson family to have such ambitious plans this time. They had raised nearly 1 billion dollars internally within the family and now wanted to borrow another 2 billion dollars externally. They really aimed to dominate the Bay Area!
"Uncle, your new company has only been registered for a few days. It doesn't have any physical assets to mortgage, nor any specific business transactions. Which bank would provide a 2 billion dollar loan to a new company?" William said tactfully.
"We don't have any assets for collateral, but Master used the assets of our three sons' companies as guarantees. In addition, he borrowed 1 billion dollars from the Watson Bank using all those antiques from his room as collateral," Noad said helplessly. Master seemed to be very concerned about investing in the Bay Area, for reasons unknown.
"It seems he's really dedicated to this matter!" William pondered for a moment before saying, "Since that's the case, I'll lend you a hand! Go to the YJ Club in the South district and look for Steve. He'll help you secure a 2 billion dollar loan."
When it comes to securing loans, it doesn't get more suitable than going to the YJ Club under Grandfather's banner.
After all, the YJ Club controls most of the financial institutions and banks in New York, surpassing even the financial industry controlled by the Watson family.
Upon hearing that William easily resolved the matter, Noad was both surprised and delighted. It was indeed the right person to ask for help! As long as he sought assistance from William, everything became much easier, unlike his wife Katharine, who always complained about William.
And his siblings too.
When they used their connections, Noad secured a $2 billion loan effortlessly. Thinking about this, Noad couldn't help but feel a surge of arrogance.
"William, Michelle is really lucky to have a boyfriend like you! Let's drink. This glass is for you," Noad said, raising his glass to William, becoming increasingly satisfied with him.
As they were talking, Michelle walked over with a dish and frowned at her father pouring alcohol for William.
"Dad, I've told you several times, William can't drink if he's driving," Michelle said, switching William's drink to a soft drink and placing a French clear soup in front of him.
"What's the problem with having a drink? If he can't drive, he can sleep at our house. I promise not to disturb you two, just keep the volume down," Noad eagerly wanted to deepen the relationship between William and his daughter, solidifying his own relationship with William.
"Dad, why are you saying such nonsense? I won't listen to you," Michelle blushed and stomped her foot, shyly covering her face with her hands before hurrying back to the kitchen.
William couldn't help but smile. He really enjoyed this atmosphere.
Late into the night, William finally returned to the Crown Villa in the East District.
Meanwhile, Katharine came home looking exhausted and collapsed on the sofa without wanting to move.
"Mom, have you eaten? Let me heat up some food for you," Michelle came over to show her concern.
"I don't want to eat," Katharine fumed at the thought of how those bankers looked down on her. When has she ever endured such humiliation?
Noad couldn't help but ridicule.
"I told you it was useless to beg those bankers, didn't I? Without collateral or specific business transactions, which bank would lend you $2 billion?"
Seeing Noad making sarcastic remarks, Katharine became even more infuriated.
"How dare you criticize me! I've been running to banks every day, trying to build connections. I'm exhausted, while you just hide at home and magically obtain a $2 billion loan by drinking! And don't blame me for not reminding you, you and your siblings are always running to the Watson family, either giving gifts or treating them to meals. Show some common sense!"
"Who said you can't get a $2 billion loan by drinking? Isn't the Watson family just one of the investment banks in New York? It's ridiculous," Noad sat on the sofa mysteriously.
"What do you mean? Isn't the Watson family the largest in the finance industry in New York? If I'm not borrowing from them, who else can I turn to?"
"Who needs 2 billion dollars?" Katharine asked, surprised and doubtful.
It was a 2 billion dollar loan, something that small banks wouldn't even consider providing. Only the financial giants of New York, like the Watson family, could grant such a loan. Otherwise, why would Noad and his siblings be so eager to visit the Watson family?
"The YJ Club in the South district. It's the Wealth Center of New York, and for them, granting a loan of 2 billion dollars is a piece of cake," Noad said, proud and self-assured.
"The YJ Club? That's a members-only place. Can you even get in?" Katharine gave him a glare, apparently, he was having had one drink too many!
Katharine had considered approaching the YJ Club for a loan, but this Wealth Center only catered to its members. Non-members couldn't even step foot inside.
"Of course, I can get in. Not only that, I can secure a 2 billion dollar loan," Noad said confidently.
"Really?" Seeing Noad's unwavering confidence and recalling the additional 400 million dollars he invested a few days ago, Katharine couldn't help but believe him to some extent.
"How could it be fake? Tomorrow, I'll take you to the YJ Club in the South district and show you my abilities," Noad proclaimed arrogantly.
At the same time, Manuel was paying a late-night visit to Norman, the chairman of the Garcia Group, at the Garcia Group's office.
"Coming to see me at this late hour, there must be something important," Norman thought he could finally rest and sleep, but the servant reported that Manuel from the Watson family had arrived, claiming it was urgent business. Norman postponed his rest and came out to receive Manuel.
"Uncle, the Garcia family is in great trouble, and I'm here to save you all," Manuel said, trying to intimidate him with a serious expression.
"What does that mean? Don't speak nonsense," Norman frowned. Why would Manuel immediately curse them with their doom upon arrival?
"I'm not trying to scare you! If you don't take action soon, you might end up like the Ashford family," Manuel warned, taking a seat and reminding them once again.
Norman's interest was piqued. He knew about the misfortune that befell the Ashford family, and couldn't help but inquire further, "Can you please explain in detail instead of beating around the bush?"
"The Power Group has already snatched away 20% of the Garcia Group's shares in our hands," Manuel calmly revealed.
"What? The 20% of shares in your hands…"
"Shares were also snatched away by the Power Group?" Norman was shocked to hear this. He had been worried that the Power Group would grow stronger within their conglomerate, and now it seemed like things were progressing in the direction he didn't want to see.
You see, Kayla, the illegitimate daughter, has the support of the Power Group. The last thing he wanted was for the Power Group to thrive within their conglomerate, as it could potentially lead to Kayla replacing him.
"Well, that's why I came to visit you in the middle of the night, to save you," Manuel said, pretending to be well-intentioned as he glanced at the alarmed Norman.
"How can you save us? Antony's Power Group is currently dominant in the business district of New York and holds the market opening rights in the North district. Do you have any way to bring him down?" Norman expressed his worry and urgency with a frowning face.
"Where there's a will, there's a way. If you don't even have the thought of resisting, then please pardon the interruption," Manuel said, pretending to stand up and leave, but Norman stopped him.
"Let's discuss this, don't rush to leave."
How could Norman give up without a fight? After all, he was an old hand in the business market. How could he easily surrender and hand over his hard-earned achievements to someone else?
"Since you're willing, then it's simple! In all honesty, my father and the Harrison family are planning to lead the establishment of a business district alliance to counter the Power Group. If you want to break free from the Power Group's control and join our business district alliance, this is your last chance. Otherwise, you can look forward to the Garcia Group becoming the next Ashford family," Manuel coldly revealed his true intentions. The Garcia family was one of the four prestigious families in New York. With their support, the business district alliance would become even more powerful.
"Oh? You're planning to lead the formation of a business district alliance against the Power Group?" Norman's eyes suddenly lit up. He furrowed his brows and paced back and forth in the living room, carefully considering the feasibility of this matter. The Watson family and the Harrison family were both part of the four prestigious families in New York, with a great influence in the energy industry.
"Yes, apart from us, another prominent family from Canada will join and support our business district alliance," Manuel said, with a mysterious smile playing at the corner of his mouth.
"A prominent family from Canada? Which family??" Norman's heart skipped a beat, his eyes filled with anticipation. If they could really get a prominent family from Canada...the support would be phenomenal, Norman would definitely join without hesitation.
"The Walsh family, one of the four Canadian powerhouses, is already in New York. Dorian will represent the Walsh family and fully support our alliance in the business district." Manuel's lips curled, revealing his biggest card and confidence in confronting Antony's Power Group.
"The Walsh family? Are you sure they will support and join us?" Norman suddenly felt his heart racing. If the Walsh family really supported them, he would definitely choose to join this business district alliance without hesitation.
"Of course," Manuel's lips curved slightly. Since the last charity auction, he has formed a friendship with Dorian who came from Canada.
Dorian is the mysterious second-generation heir of a wealthy family who appeared at the charity auction. He was the only one who dared to bid against William for the Bvlgari blue ring.
The key is that after chatting privately with Dorian, he learned that William had cheated the Walsh family of several billion dollars in assets from his brother Julian. This made Dorian constantly seek opportunities to undermine William.
Therefore, this business district alliance is definitely an opportunity to trap William and the Power Group, which Dorian would not miss.
"Good, the Garcia family will join," Norman made up his mind after considering for a moment. The Garcia family is now at a critical juncture of life and death. He cannot watch the Garcia family become a subsidiary of the Power Group. Joining the business district alliance is his last chance for a comeback.
Manuel smiled when he heard Norman's agreement. Their strategy of uniting against a common enemy had finally taken the first step.
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