Chapter 213 If the black card is useless, I'm willing to listen to your arrangements
Kayla had just finished breakfast and was about to go to work when she heard the urgent knocking on the door. She walked over and opened the door.
As soon as she opened it, a well-dressed middle-aged man barged in with an angry expression on his face.
"Where's Fiona? Tell her to come out." As soon as this middle-aged man entered, he roared angrily.
"It seems like you're specifically here to look for Fiona. She is still sleeping. Who are you?" Kayla frowned and asked.
"I am her father. Hurry and call her down. I have something to ask her," the middle-aged man, Cesar, shouted with a dark face.
"Wait a moment then, I'll go get her," Kayla, upon hearing that it was Fiona's father, didn't dare to delay and quickly went upstairs to call Fiona, who was still in bed.
Upon hearing that her father had come, Fiona suddenly remembered something important. She quickly took out a black card from her bag. This black card was given to her by Raining yesterday, saying that with this card, she could secure a funding of five billion US dollars from the Power Group by finding Antony.
After taking the black card, Fiona didn't have time to freshen up and hastily went downstairs.
"Dad, you're here. I have good news to tell you," Fiona, holding the black card, was excited and wanted to share some good news with her father. However, the response she received was a crisp slap to her face.
Cesar slapped her, and it was a heavy one. Fiona was stunned, and Kayla beside her was even more frightened.
"Dad, why did you hit me?" Fiona covered her face, somewhat incredulous.
"Do you know how much trouble you have caused me? Did you tell Jasper yesterday, on his face, that you already have a boyfriend and asked him not to bother you anymore?" Cesar angrily scolded his daughter.
"Dad, I was lying to him. It was just a friend pretending to be my boyfriend! I just wanted to tell Jasper not to pester me anymore." In front of her father, Fiona didn't dare to hide anything.
"Fine, since that's the case, come back with me, apologize to Jasper, and then get engaged to him!" Cesar's tone softened slightly when he heard it was not a real boyfriend.
"I don't want to get engaged to Jasper. I don't like him at all!" Fiona pleaded.
"Whether you like it or not, this matter is related to the survival of my company. If you don't want to see me forced to jump off a building, then obediently come back with me, apologize to Jasper, and explain the situation," Cesar said, reaching out to pull Fiona, but she avoided him and then handed the black card to Cesar.
"Dad, if it's about the investment, you don't have to worry. My friend gave me this black card, and with it, you can secure a funding of five billion US dollars from the Power Group by finding Antony." Fiona spoke and stuffed the black card into Cesar's hand.
"What is the identity of this friend of yours? Just giving you a black card can secure a funding of five billion US dollars? Who does he think he is?" Cesar didn't believe that simply holding this black card would secure a funding of five billion US dollars.
"My friend is the number one fan in my livestreaming room. He has given me millions of dollars in rewards. He's a wealthy person!"
"His family is very wealthy." Fiona didn't know if Raining's family had money, but she knew that he must be quite wealthy since he drove a Rolls-Royce. Moreover, he casually donated millions of dollars, which made it obvious that he came from a prominent and affluent family.
"Your fan in the live stream?" Cesar frowned, not knowing much about this live streaming industry. But if what Fiona said was true, then this top fan was indeed not simple. He softened his tone slightly.
"Yes, he is my top fan. He often gives me tips, speaks kindly, and encourages me. Fiona said, going off topic and couldn't help but praise him in front of her father.
"Enough. I'll try this black card first. If I can't secure the funding, then you will apologize to Jasper for me and explain the situation. Don't try any tricks." Cesar carefully examined the black card, which only displayed 'WE ARE Chamber' with no other information, making him skeptical about its usefulness.
"If this black card can't help you secure the funding, I am willing to apologize to Jasper and follow your arrangements." Fiona confidently replied, showing her trust in Raining.
"Alright, wait for me here. But don't think about running away while I negotiate. I will have someone keep an eye on you." Cesar said, calling in the two bodyguards he had brought along.
"You two, keep a close watch on her and don't let her escape." Cesar ordered solemnly, concerned that his daughter might resort to tricks to avoid the marriage.
"Don't worry," the two bodyguards replied in unison.
"Dad, you will believe me. I am not deceiving you." Fiona ignored the bodyguards, knowing that they would withdraw automatically later.
"Better be true." After saying this, Cesar turned and left.
Once he sat back in his Mercedes car, he told the driver, "Take me to the Power Group."
During the ride, Cesar was somewhat anxious. He repeatedly studied the black card in his hand, still not fully believing his daughter's words. Could a single black card secure a $5 billion investment? There must be a remarkable power behind this achievement.
Then he remembered something and took out his phone, calling his assistant who was in Long Island.
"Help me investigate WE ARE Chamber and Antony in New York."
Cesar, after all, was a heavyweight figure in the business world for many years. He naturally had his experience and insight.
Soon, his assistant finished the research and called him back.
"WE ARE Chamber is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Power Group, and this Antony is not simple. Through acquisitions and their control of WE ARE Chamber, he directly or indirectly holds power in New York..."
"Work with over 70% of the market share in the city, Antony is a very powerful figure who dominates the scene in New York."
"What?" Cesar's face turned pale. A corporation holding over 70% of the market share in a city was a clear evidence of terrifyingly powerfulness. Even in a first-tier city like Long Island, it would rival the top five families.
"Yes, the influential figures coming to invest in the Bay Area all intend to visit Antony. But it's extremely difficult to see him in person. If you plan on getting his investment, be prepared that you might not be able to see him," his assistant warned seriously.
After hanging up the phone, Cesar felt heavy-hearted. He had initially thought Antony was just the owner of an ordinary investment company, but he had never imagined that Antony was such a powerful figure dominating New York.
Cesar considered himself someone with influence in the business world. His home furnishing business in Long Island had a market value of $40 billion US dollars, but compared to Antony from the Power Group, it seemed insignificant.
"Anyway, let's go see for ourselves," Cesar sighed. In reality, he didn't want to marry his daughter off to Jasper, but if he fails to get the money, he would have to sacrifice his daughter's happiness.
The car stopped steadily in front of the Power Group's entrance, and as his assistant had said, there were countless influential figures outside to visit Antony!
Not only from Long Island, but also from the surrounding cities.
Considering it carefully, it made sense. After all, they came here to invest in the Bay Area, which ultimately fell under the jurisdiction of New York. And currently, the most powerful figure in New York was naturally Antony.
If they could establish a relationship with Antony, it would also facilitate future business dealings in the Bay Area. If things went well, they might even be able to enter the New York market, which would greatly benefit their business in the future.
"There are really so many people," Cesar finally witnessed Antony's power with his own eyes. There were even a few people he recognized. Cesar quickly approached a middle-aged man wearing glasses and who had gained weight, and greeted him.
"Why are you here too?"
"You're here too! But it's too late, Boss Jones has his schedule fully booked today and doesn't have time to see us. Let's go back!" the man sighed.
"Since we're here, how can I just give up without trying?" Cesar couldn't accept it. This was related to his life and death, how could he simply turn back?
"Alright, then I'll wait for you. If we get turned away, we can find a place to have a drink and catch up." The man was convinced that Cesar would be rejected just like him.
Cesar didn't know what to say, but he still took a step forward.
When he arrived at the front desk, he politely said to the receptionist, "I would like to make an appointment with Boss Jones to discuss financing. Here is my business card and my company's information."
"Very well, sir. However, Boss Jones has a fully packed schedule for the next week. If Boss Jones is interested in investing in your company, he will arrange a meeting with you," the receptionist responded politely after taking the business card and information.
Cesar sighed. The whole week was already booked, and he didn't know when his turn would come, let alone whether he would be able to meet Boss Jones.
The person suddenly came over and consoled him with a smile. "Don't sigh. We're all in the same boat. Come, let's have a drink together."
"I don't have the mood for drinking right now!" Cesar grew a bit impatient, but then he remembered the black card his daughter had given him. He went back to the front desk and handed the black card to the receptionist, saying, "Could you please give this black card to Boss Jones and tell him that the person with this black card wants to talk to him about investment?"
"Sure, sir. I'll consult with Boss Jones," the receptionist said after receiving the black card, picking up the phone, and consulting with Antony.
The person, however, grabbed Cesar and tried to persuade him. "Don't wait. Boss Jones is an influential figure in New York. He won't see someone like you and me."
Cesar sighed again. This black card didn't seem to be of much use either! Just as he was about to turn and leave, the receptionist suddenly chased after him.
"Sir, please wait."
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