Rebirth 1980: Marrying my sister’s best friend at the beginning

London. Northern Suburbs!

George Manor, located in a wealthy area, opened its doors today.

Butler Lawrence led his servants and bodyguards into two rows, extending from the gate of the manor to the front door, like standard bearers in a military parade.

And they looked as if they were waiting for someone to come.

Soon, a familiar convoy appeared in everyone's sight.

Lawrence knew that it was the host who took the distinguished guest back.

Thinking of the previous instructions from the master of the house, Mr. John, Lawrence immediately reminded the servants and bodyguards at the door to pay attention to their posture and expressions, and never embarrass the master in front of the guests.

The convoy was moving very fast and arrived at the gate of the manor in a short while.

But the people in the car did not get off. The car just slowed down slightly and then drove directly into the manor.

The car finally stopped at the concierge road inside the manor, which was only twenty or thirty meters away from the entrance gate. According to the local custom, guests had to get off the car here to show respect to the host.

Of course, if ordinary guests come to visit, most of them will get off the car at the main gate to appear more polite.

But in the eyes of the George family, Li Yi and others were definitely VIPs among VIPs, so they naturally didn't need to get off the car at the gate.

As soon as the car stopped, Li Yi saw an old white man in a neat tuxedo, with his hair combed neatly and a white napkin draped over his left arm. He came to the car and helped Li Yi open the door in a gentlemanly manner.

Li Yi knew that this was Lawrence, the head butler of the George family. The last time he came, Sandy introduced him to Li Yi, saying that he was a professional butler who was knowledgeable and abided by the butler's creed.

For a long time, "British butler" service has been a symbol of the noble and luxurious life of Western aristocrats.

Not only do they have to serve their masters attentively, but they also have to be loyal.

Their duties are not just to do household chores like a nanny, but involve all aspects of family life. Many excellent housekeepers are even allowed to participate in the business of the family they serve. Lawrence is one of them.

Therefore, Li Yi would not regard him as an ordinary servant of the George Family.

After getting off the car, Li Yi did not go into the house immediately, but greeted Lawrence first and chatted with him briefly.

It was not until Dolson, Jiang Longcheng, Ye Jianhua and others got out of the car behind that they walked into the house accompanied by Sandy.

As soon as he entered the house, Li Yi saw a maid pushing a wheelchair towards them. Sitting in the wheelchair was the patriarch of the George family, Old George, the father of Sandy and Xander.

When coming here, Sandy told Li Yi that old George had a car accident some time ago. Although he saved his life, one of his trains was broken into several sections.

Although he has been receiving treatment and recuperation for more than three months, he still cannot walk, so old George did not go to pick up Li Yi in person today.

Although the situation was not very good, Old George was in a good mood. After coming to Li Yi, he greeted him cheerfully: "Li, welcome to George Manor again. Your arrival has brought good luck to our George family and made the entire manor more noble. This seems to be called "Peng.Bi.Sheng.Hui" in your Eastern world!"

Li Yi immediately smiled and said: "Mr. George is very knowledgeable and can even use Chinese idioms. I admire you!"

"Hahaha, this is what Lawrence told me. You know, he is an excellent butler with a wide range of knowledge!" Old George said with a smile.

Hearing this, Li Yi couldn't help but look at Lawrence once more. He didn't expect that this old butler actually understood Chinese culture and could even use the phrase "flourishing humble home".

After all, the amount of information contained in Chinese idioms is so huge that a story and a truth can be highly summarized in just a few words, which is difficult for ordinary foreigners to understand.

This old white man not only understood it, but also used it so appropriately. It is obvious that he has an extraordinary understanding of Chinese culture and may very well be a "China expert."

No wonder so many people around the world like British butlers. Even though the British butler culture that advocates absolute obedience and dignity has been declining, it still has not dispelled the public's enthusiasm for the British butler culture. Even many British butlers still appear on big and small screens.
For example, the popular anime "Black Butler" directed by Toshiya Shinohara, and "The Grand Budapest Hotel" directed by Wes Anderson, etc.
After a brief greeting, several people were invited to the living room by George and his son.

After the host and the guest sat down, Old George said with a smile: "Li, your visit to London this time has caused quite a stir. A team of more than 200 people and tens of billions of pounds of funds have made those gentlemen in the parliament a little uneasy!" Li Yi smiled and said: "There is an old saying in our country, 'If you don't do anything wrong, you won't be afraid of ghosts knocking on your door. If those gentlemen in the parliament are uneasy, then we should ask them what wrong things they have done!"

George instantly understood what Li Yi meant, and immediately said with a smile: "Li, I already know what happened over there. It is indeed ungentlemanly to use such despicable means to deal with a legitimate company. No matter how you plan to deal with this matter, our George family will stand firmly by your side!"

Hearing Old George's statement, Li Yi nodded and said, "Thank you very much for your support, Mr. George. However, we came here mainly for investment, not for those bugs hiding in the dark. They are not worth my special trip!"

"Hahaha, Li, you are still as confident and courageous as before. I wonder if our George family has a chance to participate in your investment this time?" said Old George.

As soon as these words were spoken, Sandy George, Dolson and others on the side also turned their eyes to Li Yi, waiting for his answer.

"of course!"

Then Li Yi continued: "Since I have handed over Sheffield Steel to Sandy, I naturally trust you. So far, your George family is my most important partner in the whole of Europe. If you are willing, you can participate in all my investment plans on this trip, but..."

"But what, Li, just tell me what your conditions are!" Old George said hurriedly.

Li Yi immediately said: "There are two conditions. The first is that you must follow my instructions for this investment plan. You cannot act on your own."

"no problem!"

"The second condition is that our investment plan may require Mr. George's help and cooperation in the later stage. Please help me then."

Before he finished speaking, Old George laughed and said, "Li, we are partners and friends. Just tell us how you need our George family to cooperate."

"Mr. George, I feel relieved when you say this!" Li Yi said.

Old George asked again: "Lee, our funds are ready. When are you going to start the action?"

"My people have just arrived in London. Let them get familiar with the stock market environment for a few days, and then we'll start!"

Then Li Yi continued: "Your body has not recovered yet, so you can ask Sandy to come to the Royal Hotel to sign the contract with me tomorrow morning. After the contract is signed, your funds can be transferred to our company's account!"

"Okay, then let Sandy find you tomorrow!"

"it is good"

As he was speaking, the old butler Lawrence walked in from outside, came to old George and whispered a few words to him.

Then old George looked at Li Yi and said, "Li, an old friend wants to see you. He's already at the door. Do you want to see him?"

Li Yi was stunned at first, then asked: "I wonder who this friend of Mr. George is. Have I met him before?"

"His name is Daniel, and he's an old friend of mine!" said Old George.

"How does he know I'm here?" Li Yi frowned.

Old George said immediately: "Li, don't misunderstand, the news definitely did not leak from us, I guarantee it on the honor of my family!"

Seeing that Old George was serious, Li Yi believed it immediately. After all, there was no need for Old George to lie about such a small matter.

Thinking of this, Li Yi immediately said: "Mr. George, since he is already at the door, it would not be good if he did not see him, so please come in!"

Old George looked at Li Yi with gratitude, and then quickly said a few words to the old butler.

Then, Lawrence hurried out of the manor.
(End of this chapter)