Chapter 1584
Family History
True love is rare in the adult world.
More often than not, it's about each person getting what they need.
Zhang Yuan strolled over to the Ferrari garage.
Before he even arrived, Mr. Lei from the stands shouted at him.
It's only because Zhang Yuan has good hearing that he can't hear others speaking in an environment like the stadium with roaring engines and decibels often exceeding 130 decibels.
It could also be that Jun'er's Xiantao accent in Mandarin is too distinctive.
For some reason, Zhang Yuan felt like laughing whenever he heard him speak.
After greeting the other party, Zhang Yuan and the team discussed giving the sponsor an invitation letter.
Two days ago, our company staff arrived and took our loyal customers to play at the stadium.
Mr. Lei was quite busy and only arrived today.
First, chat with users in the stands for a while, then show up in the P room later to take some photos for publicity.
He went up to take photos with the users before continuing on his way.
We arrived at the venue of the Red Team.
To put it nicely, they're a "red idol group"; to put it bluntly, they're a "clown idol group."
They always manage to pull off something that makes your heart stop.
Fans of this racing team are in luck.
Right now, these "clowns" are jubilant.
Because their biggest rival, Red Bull, had a serious accident, and the driver involved was a championship contender.
Ferrari felt it was time to pop the champagne.
Because an F1 car is an extremely complex machine, even a small bump can cause serious changes in aerodynamics, resulting in a significant reduction in the car's speed.
Of course, there are also cases where the driver gets faster after being damaged, depending on the skill level of the driver.
Zhang Yuan was able to enter the Red Army's garage only because the Red Army was in a good mood.
He entered alone under the pretense of congratulating the other party on winning the championship as a shareholder of the Mercedes team.
The Ferrari staff thought the Chinese were really authentic.
Sing us joyous songs!
Since Mercedes isn't vying for the championship this year, and the other side doesn't consider them a competitor, they accept it calmly.
And let him in.
This is why Ferrari always ends up being the clown.
During the race, the team's pit garage contains various devices for monitoring racing car data.
You let me in just because you're happy. What if I cause you some trouble?
But Italians are so "romantic" that they don't care about such small details.
As long as I'm happy, anything goes.
This style inevitably leads to various strange and unexpected mistakes when doing work that requires a rigorous attitude.
This is what romance is.
They weren't even afraid of "infiltrating the enemy's ranks," after all, they were ready to pop the champagne.
"Hello." He took the initiative to greet the Agnelli family members.
The Agnelli family is known as the "royal family" in Italy, and its founder was Giovanni Agnelli.
The name itself sounds like that of an old Italian, a purebred Italian of racing caliber.
Fiat was founded over a hundred years ago, and the Ferrari Group was acquired decades ago.
How awesome is that old man?
Throughout World War II, Fiat Group was the only profitable Italian company.
In summary, he helps whoever wins.
Because of his double-dealing, he was purged after the war and lost control of Fiat.
However, with the help of veteran Valletta, he soon regained control of the company.
The story behind it is complicated, but it is related to the old man's connections and his understanding of human nature.
If someone doesn't know how to behave, how could they have an old minister colluding with them to help restore the monarchy?
Now in the fifth generation of the family, their assets are even more vast.
The leader was named John, a tall white man who looked like the kind of manager who was both scholarly and resolute.
Zhang Yuan only chatted with him for a few minutes; the other person wasn't particularly interested in him.
Compared to the arrogance of old Italy, Hong Kong people are all inferior.
He didn't care; he just wanted to become a familiar face.
You ignore me today, but in a few years you won't be able to afford me.
Besides, this wasn't the person he was mainly looking for.
While chatting with the fifth head of the Agnelli family, Zhu Zhu, with her black hair and fair skin, had been constantly observing her compatriot.
About two years ago, Zhu Zhu signed with CAA, a major North American talent agency, which gave her the opportunity to act overseas.
They were all minor characters, very minor ones.
This person started out as a host, and has excellent English skills. He also planned to develop his career in film and television, which led to his success today.
She is qualified to stand here today because of her association with the Agnelli family.
However, her romantic partner was not the head of the household, John.
The heir's marriage partner is the famous Borromeo family of Italy, which has produced seven cardinals since the 13th century.
The four sisters of this generation married into the Agnelli family, the Prince of Monaco, a descendant of the royal family of the Second German Empire, and the eldest son of Eni, the world's seventh largest oil company.
This is why the rich get richer; resources are continuously concentrated through marriage alliances.
Their marriage partners are all top European wealthy families; they would never be interested in a Chinese person.
Therefore, Zhu Zhu's "partner" is not John, but her younger brother, Lapp.
A notorious European scoundrel who made a living solely by the Agnelli surname and his elder brother, the head of the family.
This guy almost died from a drug overdose a few years ago. The person who called the police and an ambulance for him was a cross-dressing sex worker who was over fifty years old.
Anyway, he has a strong palate.
The family's expectations of this guy are the same as those of Old Ma in the movie "Claw Machine" starring Shen Teng, who has expectations of his eldest son.
They are not allowed to start their own businesses, nor are they allowed to have access to the core management of the family.
So this guy, Orange Sky, eats, drinks, and plays everywhere he goes, since he's rich.
Alipay's Huabei service won't cost much.
This kind of person goes bankrupt when it comes to investing, but gets away with nothing from indulging in drinking, gambling, and prostitution.
And Zhu Zhu got together with this guy.
The objective is also very clear.
In short, it's about becoming famous.
And the objective has been achieved.
A few months ago, during the Serie A final, Juju accompanied Lapo Agnelli to the stadium's VIP viewing area, where he was photographed by numerous media outlets and gained recognition in European and American magazines.
Because Juventus is also an asset of the Agnelli family.
Today was the same; it was the F1 World Championship Finals, and the Agnelli family was in attendance, bringing her along as well.
When Zhang Yuan spoke to John, John at least exchanged a few polite words with him, after all, John was a shareholder of the Mercedes-Benz team.
Zhu Zhu was completely ignored; even the head of the family couldn't be bothered to look at her.
Anyway, it's just my brother's new toy, what's there for me to say about toys?
So when Zhang Yuan took the initiative to chat with her, she smiled very happily.
I saw my family...
"Let's have dinner together sometime."
"If you go back to China... will you live in the capital?"
"Yes, I live in the capital," the other person replied with a smile.
This person has two dimples on either side of their mouth when they smile, which is quite distinctive.
This reminded Zhang Yuan of his older sister, Xu Qing.
"Then we can meet up for a meal if we have the chance in China."
“I heard you’re looking to develop your career in film and television. We can talk.”
"Okay, how about I treat you?"
"There's no time like the present, how about tonight?" Zhang Yuan suggested proactively.
"Let me ask," she said, turning to her scoundrel boyfriend.
Zhang Yuan doesn't speak Italian and doesn't understand it very well.
Judging from their expression, they seem quite happy.
"Then it's a deal." He readily gave Zhu Zhu his phone number and waved goodbye.
I hope you'll still be this happy in a little while...
He returned to his own team.
“You’ve been gone for a long time.” Ms. He took off her headphones.
"I chatted with my new friend for a while."
"I'm planning to have dinner with someone tonight, do you want to come?"
"What friend?"
“A woman,” he replied succinctly. “She’s in the same profession.”
Miss He's gaze flickered slightly, but she quickly smiled.
"Okay, I love making friends."
Shortly after, the damaged Red Bull race car was replaced with new parts and returned to the track, displaying fierce momentum as it chased the pack from the back of the pack.
"Ferrari is going to be disappointed again." Halfway through the movie, Ross Brawn, a former core member of the Ferrari team, said with a mocking expression. Deep love breeds deep resentment.
I brought you several championships, but you turned your back on me so easily.
Zhang Yuan didn't say much, just smiled in response.
What others do is none of his business.
It would even be to his advantage if Ferrari lost a championship that was within his grasp.
The match ended about an hour later.
Ferrari driver Fernando Alonso lost his world championship title by 3 points.
This person looked confused in front of the camera, as if they couldn't find their focus.
I wonder what he's thinking. I bet he's questioning the meaning of life while cursing Ferrari.
Meanwhile, the Ferrari team went from being excited and wanting to pop champagne to being frustrated and at a loss.
Losing the championship in front of the world's media greatly angered the proud head of the Agnelli family.
Without saying anything encouraging to try again next year, he left the field with a dark expression.
The spendthrift son of a family is often more concerned with saving face than the head of the family. He will get into the car and leave while cursing, and will return to his hometown that very night.
He even threw Zhu Zhu down with a flick of his arm.
"Are you still eating?" Zhang Yuan asked Zhu Zhu at the right moment.
She didn't seem very upset.
She was just there to get attention, and she didn't care whether her boyfriend's family was good or not.
She knew perfectly well that people were after her body, and she was after their fame.
It's nothing, just playing around, don't take it seriously.
What's frightening is that some members of large, influential families in China actually take it seriously.
He didn't hesitate to give his wife and daughter to white men as toys, and his mistress even applauded and laughed along.
Zhu Zhu's clear purpose makes Zhang Yuan less unlikeable; at least he's mentally sound.
And he knew that Zhu Zhu had probably had enough fun by now.
He Chaolian followed him and looked the other person up and down.
It's quite beautiful, which immediately aroused a sense of vigilance.
She wasn't as experienced as Zhu Zhu.
She originally came here hoping to hook up with a rich guy, but after seeing that Zhang Yuan's assets were much richer than she had imagined, she somewhat forgot her original intentions.
Having money at home is one thing, but having money on your own is another matter entirely, especially for someone with potential like Zhang Yuan.
Just like the Agnelli and Borromeo families, their first choice for marriage alliances was the old aristocracy, followed by the new aristocracy, and only then the top test-takers.
Given He Chaolian's situation, the old aristocratic families would look down on her.
You are the second daughter of the least powerful branch of the family. What benefits would there be in marrying you?
Therefore, the new elite became the top choice.
Zhang Yuan still deserves the title of a rising star, and in the eyes of the other party, he is "easy to bully" and easy to control.
Because he has no family background.
But have you ever thought that the fact that I was able to become a nouveau riche without any family background means that I am no weaker than the children of those old aristocratic families?
"Alright, I was just looking for someone to talk to anyway."
"And who is this?" Zhu Zhu asked, looking at Miss He.
"The eldest daughter of the Ho family in Macau."
"Are you Mr. He Xian's granddaughter?" Zhu Zhu asked, peeking out.
"It's not this He family, it's another one," Zhang Yuan quickly explained.
"Oh, I'm sorry, I made a mistake."
Ms. He gave an awkward laugh, feeling somewhat displeased.
So Miss He was thinking to herself, "Are you mocking me?"
She wouldn't have thought that way if Zhang Yuan had said those words.
But if a beautiful woman says it, she'll think that way.
This is female competition.
Women think instinctively, and you can't stop them.
Miss He was very clever and quickly suppressed this impulse.
What's the use of being pretty? She's just an actress.
I'm a rich young lady, worth hundreds of millions.
Zhang Yuan glanced at her, thinking to himself that he would use this girl in front of him to teach her a lesson today.
"Aren't you sure you don't need to spend time with your boyfriend?" Zhang Yuan asked while eating at a nearby steakhouse not long after.
"It's okay, Lapp has a bad temper, I can't be bothered with him at times like this," Zhu Zhu said nonchalantly, taking a sip of her cocktail.
"I like your carefree attitude," Zhang Yuan praised. "So dashing!"
Anyway, she's not my woman, so what does her behavior have to do with me?
"Thank you, both of you?" Zhu Zhu glanced at him and Miss He.
"Similar to you, we've just met."
"Similar to you..." Upon hearing these words, Miss He's eyes trembled again.
"I think you have a great presence, which is quite unique in the entertainment industry."
"If I have the opportunity, I will go back to China to develop my career. There are many opportunities in China now."
"Yes, I've been looking for an opportunity, and here it is." She smiled charmingly and praised him as well.
The two talked a lot about things in the film and television industry.
Ms. He, who was standing to the side, not only couldn't get a word in edgewise, but also felt neglected.
I was here first...
Something's not right.
I set a trap to get close to him, and now he's flirting with another woman right in front of me.
What do you mean?
Oh man.
They have more than a dozen siblings, and they've known since childhood that men are restless.
Thinking of this, she felt relieved.
It's okay to be a bit of a flirt; if you're going to play around, so am I.
As long as the facts are consistent, private matters are fine.
How could someone from such a family possibly have any illusions about fidelity in love and marriage?
So she chose to listen quietly and respond with a magnanimous smile.
After the meal, he and Zhu Zhu had a good chat and agreed to meet in the capital a week later to discuss things in detail.
"You seem quite interested in her?" Ms. He asked casually while waiting for her car after leaving the restaurant.
"Yes, she is beautiful and intelligent."
Zhang Yuan turned his head: "Just like you."
“I’m not like her.”
“She studied art, and I studied business,” Ms. He retorted immediately when he compared the two of them.
"I'm not talking about academic qualifications," Zhang Yuan said, pretending not to see her aggressive stance.
Just like a kitten whose fur is about to stand on end.
“I was referring to her family; her family is also in business.”
"Her father is the founder of a well-known ice cream brand in mainland China."
This brand is called New Continent Ice Cream. People in northern China might have heard of it; it's quite old.
In the 8s and 90s, many military research institutes and military factories switched to producing civilian products.
It's true that some organizations use centrifuges, which are used to separate nuclear materials, to make ice cream.
The New World was a unique product of that era and was once very popular.
It was also the first domestically produced ice cream brand after China's reform and opening up.
Unfortunately, it was wiped out by Wall's and a large number of compradors, and lost the retail market in the mid-to-late 90s.
We now mainly supply raw materials.
"Oh..." Miss He nodded, so he does have some ability.
However, it still can't compare to our family's.
Hearing that her family was in business only made her more certain.
When it comes to money, no one in our family is afraid of anything.
She knew that most of the family's money didn't belong to her, but she still included the whole family when making comparisons.
"But her grandfather is even more impressive."
"Yes... I participated in the Long March." Zhang Yuan said casually.
The most senior among the senior.
Upon hearing the identity of the other party's grandfather, Ms. He paused in her tracks.
This... our family can't compare.
So that pretty girl had this kind of background.
Miss Ho is quick-witted. She recalled that when people mentioned the Ho family before, they thought of the Governor of Macau, Ho.
I see. It's normal for families with "red" connections to know government officials.
Does that mean that in other people's eyes, only that family in Macau counts as the Ho family, and only that family is considered a big family?
So, was the reason he was so friendly with the other person and ignored me?
This girl's mood immediately plummeted. (End of Chapter)