America's Road to Wealth

In the blink of an eye, another two days passed, at Ikana and Paris's place.

Abel stayed for 5 days in total. He really couldn't stay any longer.

Two beautiful beauties, who are even more sexy after being pregnant, are in front of them.

You can eat it, but you can't eat it completely.

It was really uncomfortable for Abel, who had such a body.

The reason why he was able to stay for five days was because he could have a snack and because of his affection and attention to them.

On January 8th, Abel finally left Santa Barbara.

Qualcomm headquarters in San Diego.

Owen Jacobs and his son, Paul Jacobs.

The father and son were accompanying Qualcomm Chairman Abe Smith as they passed through the low-rise buildings at Qualcomm's headquarters.

Qualcomm's headquarters is located on the outskirts of San Diego and consists of 11 buildings.

It seems that Qualcomm has many buildings and is very strong.

But let’s not talk about these buildings. They are all located on the outskirts of the city, and the land is not valuable at all.

Just from these buildings, most of which are low-rise buildings with 6 to 7 floors, you can tell that Qualcomm was really living a normal life before.

Qualcomm's various scientific research departments, their offices and research sites are located in these relatively low-rise buildings.

The tallest eleven-story building serves as the company's facade and administrative headquarters.

The blue wall, which symbolizes Qualcomm's scientific research strength, is in that building.

"The market is recovering. President George's administration has used many means to rescue the market."

Abel admired a bush of flowers on the roadside and spoke to Owen Jacob and his son.

"More importantly, Verizon, AT\u0026T, and T-Mobile have successively laid out 3G signal stations. There is no doubt that the era of mobile communication revolution is coming."

"I believe that by then, we, Qualcomm, will occupy a crucial position in the new era."

Abel patted Owen Jacobs gently, and then patted his son Paul Jacobs.

He smiled and made an encouraging gesture, as if he was the master here.

Paul Jacobs, who was patted on the shoulder by him, was already 40 years old.

After Paul received his doctorate in 1989, he started working at Qualcomm, starting as a technical R\u0026D staff member.

Now he is in a high position and is one of the marketing directors of Qualcomm.

But in fact, Owen Jacob's son's ability can only be said to be average.

Last year, Paul Jacobs led the BREW software platform within Qualcomm.

Qualcomm originally hoped that this platform could be used as a base station for communication operators' gaming and mobile email services.

Unfortunately, there are very few applicants, and few operators are willing to use this software platform.

Coupled with the aftermath of the bursting of the Internet bubble, no one is optimistic about these Internet-related things.

The BREW software platform led by Paul suffered a huge loss.

In the parallel time and space, this second-generation person said that he often has creative inspirations in his mind. He likes to take risks, is brave enough to accept challenges, and always tries to do new research and development.

To put it bluntly, he is too ambitious and very wasteful.

If Irving Jacobs hadn't left a solid foundation, Qualcomm's foundation in patented technology would have been close to a monopoly.

If you choose any other technology company, there is a high probability that it will be squandered by Paul Jacobs' various "adventures".

Let’s put it this way, in parallel time and space since Paul Jacobs came to power.

Qualcomm's loss-making transactions were basically led by Paul Jacobs.

Fortunately, his losses were not serious, and he did not lose much every time.

Relying on Qualcomm's terrifying background in the communications industry, it can still be saved.

Coupled with Owen Jacobs and his own Machiavellian ability, Qualcomm's power can always be firmly controlled.

It's a pity that in this time and space, Qualcomm is at its most difficult time.

Abel moved with lightning speed.

At a speed that even Owen Jacobs could not react, he directly took control of most of Qualcomm's shares.

Even the founder, Irving Jacobs, can only rely on the prestige of the founder to remain in the position of CEO.

Paul Jacobs wants to take the stage and grasp Qualcomm's words after Irving Jacobs retires, just like in parallel time and space.

Not likely.

Because even Abel didn’t know Paul’s ability in parallel time and space.

But Smith Brain Group is not a vegetarian.

Consultants have long considered that Paul Jacobs is not suitable to be the successor of Irving Jacobs through various inspections.

This made Abel already sentence Paul Jacob to death in his heart very early.

So even if Abel comes to inspect today.

Owen Jacobs revealed in his words that he wanted his son to take over from him.

But Abel always just laughed and ignored the matter.

Just kidding, as the saying goes, "If you are not afraid of the second generation being ruined, just send the second generation to start a business."

Paul Jacobs is obviously such a second generation.

Abel is not his father. I won't let him get used to it and support Paul's messing around at Qualcomm.

The expectations of Jacob and his son were destined to be disappointed.

More than two hours later, it was lunch time.

Watch Abel's helicopter take off in front of the Qualcomm headquarters building.

Jacob and his son returned to Owen Jacob's office.

In the CEO's office, Owen had just closed the door.

Paul Jacobs punched the leather sofa in the lounge area.

boom--

A loud voice sounded, and Owen Jacob frowned and looked at his son.

"Paul, calm down. You look like this, but I'm a little disappointed."

"Dad. But that guy, it's been very obvious. He just doesn't want me to take over from you!"

Paul Jacobs said angrily.

If Abel acquires Qualcomm, the person most unhappy in the entire Qualcomm company must be Paul Jacobs.

Because if it weren’t for the emergence of Abel, Qualcomm’s complex shareholding structure would have been lost.

The Jacobs and his son can completely use the majesty of the founder and use some means to maintain the Jacob family's control of Qualcomm.

But now Abel already holds absolute shares and has delisted the company.

Jacobs, who only owns about 3.5% of Qualcomm's shares, is unlikely to pose any actual threat to Abel, who holds 90.1% of the shares.

When Owen Jacobs is getting older, lacks energy, and has reached retirement age.

Paul Jacobs' desire to succeed his father and dominate the technology company is also difficult to achieve.

Today, Owen Jacob expressed his idea to Abel in a subtle way.

But he didn't get any positive response, that is, from Abel's side.

Jacob and his son already know that this is the last glimmer of hope, which can be said to be very slim.

Smart people hold back.

He is very smart, but also greedy, or rather unwilling to be ordinary.

Not so easy to back down.

Facing his angry son, Owen Jacob remained silent.

But Paul Jacobs said: "Dad, are you willing to watch the company you founded and worked so hard to maintain completely fall into the hands of others? It's already obvious that that guy just doesn't like me!"

Owen Jacob felt quite unhappy at this time.

In fact, Owen is not unaware of his son's shortcomings in ability and character.

I also know that Paul is not very suitable to be the leader of Qualcomm.

But like Paul said.

As the founder of Qualcomm, Irving Jacobs has always regarded Qualcomm as his territory.

Since it is his own "territory", Owen only has one son.

Of course, he hopes to pass this "territory" to his son.

In parallel time and space.

Due to the large number of Qualcomm shareholders, the shares are still very dispersed. Irving also has great authority and prestige, and the Jacob family eventually completely controlled Qualcomm to a certain extent.

The legacy of Owen Jacobs was successfully completed.

Now faced with Abel's lack of oil and salt.

Owen, who wanted to leave his position to his son, already knew Abel's attitude.

"We really can't let it go like this."

Irving Jacob said softly, "But we need to think long-term, do you understand? Paul, we are facing a terrifying Wall Street giant. We can only take action when there is hope for a comeback. Before that, we must Forbearance.”

I saw my father’s clear attitude.

Paul Jacob's mood improved. He looked at his father: "What do you mean?"

"I need time." Owen Jacob responded to his son expressionlessly.

Paul Jacob nodded repeatedly, knowing that he still had hope.

He just hoped that time would come soon.

On the other side, Abel has left Santiago.

He has a total of two and a half companies in this city.

They are Pacific Energy, Qualcomm, and California Pacific Electric, which holds 50.1% of the shares.

Before going on a tour of Qualcomm, he had already visited two energy companies.

After visiting Qualcomm, he naturally left San Diego.

He didn't go back to Santa Barbara because he wouldn't have a good outlet.

Abel's helicopter went straight to Malibu City.

Malibu, California, has Malibu Beach. It is one of the most sought-after oceanfronts in all of Southern California.

When the helicopter landed at 23762 Malibu Road, Malibu.

The pretty girl in the villa has already come out.

It was Avril Lavigne, who had just arrived from New York, where she was promoting her first album and also attending the Grammy Awards.

Britney will be here tomorrow too.

Under Harvey's public relations, DreamWorks Music can get at least 15 Grammy medals as long as Abel appears.

Among them, in the past two years, Britney, who has swept the entire European and American world in terms of album sales and influence, can get at least two.

Even Avril Lavigne is expected to win an award, which is an award that a singer only has one chance to win in a lifetime - the Best Newcomer/Newcomer Award.

But now, the only girl in the villa is a Canadian girl.

Then she will suffer.

When Avril Lavigne had complex expressions of joy, anxiety, displeasure, jealousy, and happiness.

When he stepped forward to greet Abel.

The treatment she received was that she, who was only 160cm tall, was picked up and placed on Abel's shoulders.

Amidst her screams of "haha", Abel walked towards the villa like a primary school student.

"Put me down. You big stupid bear, you are so tall. I'm scared, I'm afraid of heights!"

"It's okay, you won't be scared after a while. All you will do is scream."

Three hours later.

23762 Malibu Road.

Abel, wearing beach pants and smelling of shower gel, walked out of Avril's room.

The girl did not follow him out. She was exhausted from bearing it alone.

At this moment, I can only rely on rest to replenish my physical strength after strenuous exercise.

Abel, who was only wearing beach pants, walked out of the villa and saw the vast expanse of beach in front of him.

The warm sunset was shining down. He took two more steps and stepped on the sand. It felt soft and comfortable when he stepped on it. In front of him was a vast ocean scenery.

In the room, the beauty Cheng En was exhausted.

Outside, he was full of energy and refreshed.

Abel felt that this was definitely the comfortable life that every man had longed for.

While sniffing the slightly salty sea breeze, David Jones suddenly walked over.

The butler of the Smith family walked to Abel and said softly:

"BOSS, there's a little problem over there in New York."

"explain."

"Those underground rats acted a little uncleanly. They left some behind and were photographed by reporters."

"The mice were desperate and came to Lincoln..."

Abel raised his eyebrows.

Although what David said was not very clear, Abel already understood what he meant.

"Which reporter took the photo?"

"The New Yorker."

Hearing the name, Abel's raised eyebrows wrinkled.

"The New Yorker? I remember...this seems to be a magazine owned by Condé Nast?"

David nodded and said, "Yes, Condé Nast owns 65% of the magazine. Advanced Group owns 20%."

After hearing this information.

Abel knew why David would come over and specifically talk to him about such a "little thing".

Some time ago, Anna Wintour, the American editor-in-chief of "VOGUE" magazine, approached Abel.

She wanted to get rid of Condé Nast and get rid of the Newhouse family.

She hoped that the big tree Abel could protect her and the gang of workers who followed her.

Because Anna Wintour has a way to hollow out "VOGUE" magazine in one fell swoop.

At the same time, Smith Media hopes to gain a new fashion magazine that is as influential as "VOGUE".

Abel, who has never been afraid of trouble, agreed to Anna Wintour's surrender.

The big tree provides shelter from wind and rain for some little guys who can add fertilizer for themselves.

Isn't that how it should be?

If you're even afraid of this, why should you call it a big tree?

After gaining his support.

Not long ago, fashion godmother Anna Wintour began to openly attack Condé Nast and the owners behind Condé Nast in the media.

Her words were actually quite mild. Her original words were:

"Mr. Shiyi Newhouse is quite wise, but his brother, Donald Newhouse, is not so good."

This sentence is actually not very offensive.

The problem is Anna Wintour, the editor-in-chief of "VOGUE" magazine, a property owned by the Newhouse family.

Many people in the circle know that the relationship between Anna Wintour and Donald Newhouse is not simple.

You must know that Shi Yi Newhouse, the leader of the Newhouse family, has created a famous "fashionable Christmas party" in the fashion circle in the past ten years.

At this Christmas reception, Shiyi Newhouse’s right-hand man is often Anna Wintour of Vogue and Tina Brown, the legendary female editor-in-chief of Vanity Fair.

Now one of the right-hand men of the Newhouse family actually said such words, which naturally makes people think a lot.

The Newhouse family will certainly not take this matter lightly.

There is no airtight wall in the world.

Newhouse is one of New York's traditional media giants, similar to the Hearst family.

After investigation, it was easily found that Anna Wintour had the courage to show her teeth to her original owner because she was close to the big tree of Abel Smith.

Abel soon received an invitation to meet with Shiyi Newhouse.

But he refused because he couldn't get away from the meeting.

Abel was originally trying to dig out the roots of "VOGUE".

And "VOGUE" magazine is undoubtedly the most profitable magazine under Condé Nast Group.

As the saying goes, blocking someone's path to wealth is like killing your parents.

Abel is going to kill Newhouse's parents.

He felt that no matter how much we talked about it, we would never get a good result.

Then just disappear.

Smith Think Group thinks so too.

From then on, there is no doubt that the Newhouse family regarded Abel and Smith Media, as well as other Smith companies, as rivals.

Abel knew that those mice were photographed by a reporter from the New Yorker while doing something.

This matter is not so easy to handle.

"Are Lincoln's hands clean?"

Abel asked the key point first.

David nodded: "There is no problem at all. Even if FlA comes to investigate, it is impossible to find anything. Because we are innocent."

The steps and plans of Lincoln, the big boss, this time were researched by the Smith Brain Group after spending several days and referring to the practices of a large number of American gang elites.

According to this plan, at least openly, this matter cannot be linked to Abel.

Not many people dare to investigate this kind of thing too deeply.

If anyone dares to make such a move, it will arouse the hostility of the entire class.

Because Abel was not the only one who did this kind of thing.

There are many rats in the United States. Why do these rats exist?

Is it because the cats here in the United States are not capable?

No, there are just some things that cat owners find more convenient for mice to do.

This gives the "rats" their existence value.

Abel is also one of the "cat owners".

Others can kill the mouse that works for Abel.

Anyway, it’s just a mouse. It will die today or tomorrow.

But if the matter involves Abel, then we have to consider the collective hostility of cat owners.

If you dare to pull out Abel Smith today, you may not dare to pull out one of us tomorrow.

This is a bit like the incident on a certain island of a certain Ai Po.

It is also regarded as a content that cannot be mentioned within the class.

Something that everyone does, or a lot of people do.

If you mention it, you are making enemies of these people.

Whoever mentions it is unlucky and lacks ability. The end result is usually being shot 8 times or hanging in prison.

So don't say your hands and tail are clean.

Even if his hands are dirty, Abel is not worried that The New Yorker will attack him.

Even if Newhouse knew that these rats were rats working for Abel.

Newhouse would never dare to attack Abel directly on these matters, even indirectly.

But Newhouse couldn't use these photos of mice to attack Abel.

But they could also take these photos and beat these mice to death in front of Abel.

In doing so, it looks like Abel has nothing to lose.

But when Abel needs the mice to do something for him later.

Then the other mice will have to consider whether they can be his mice.

The cat owner who couldn't keep the mouse that was doing his job.

Even if he is the cat's owner, he can't let the mouse do its work with peace of mind.

Under the watchful eyes of class members who understand all this.

If only the Newhouse family could beat these rats to death in front of Abel.

That can be regarded as indirect revenge on Abel.

At the moment Anna Wintour jumps ship.

More or less, it can also save some face of the Newhouse family within the class.