Chapter 125

Abel in a meeting with Larry Page, Sergey Brin. Same day, Manhattan, New York. Manhattan District Attorney's Office Building, Robert Law Offices, third floor. Robert watched his niece enter. Robert used to love seeing his niece come here. But recently, when he was in this office, he vaguely did not want to see his niece enter. It's not that he begins to hate Peggy or his niece. But another reason. The reason is recent. Manhattan District Attorney's Office, Prosecutor's Opinions and Court Opinions. All sent by Peggy! Other people don't dare to touch him, they will be scolded by Robert. In the office, I saw Peggy push open the door. This basically means there's a new trial which upsets Robert. "Is there a new one?" Robert Morgenthau looks confused by his favorite piece of jewelry. Seeing Peggy, whose grandfather had recently become emaciated, she felt very unhappy. While hating someone, she nodded and said: "That's right, this time it's a woman named Maria." "What happened this time?" » Robert asked. There are many people named Mary in the United States, perhaps more than David and John combined. The files that Robert processes every year are in Manhattan, or under his name. The number remained the same and it was not unusual for there to be more than a dozen or twenty Marys. "This time nothing happened." Peggy said helplessly: "Maria is the housekeeper you fired last year. "OH?" Robert was in a trance for a moment and Peggy's reminder reminded him. A few years ago, the housekeeper in charge of my office was named Maria. is a white woman about fifty years old, with a plump figure. "What is his van?" » Robert asked confused. Actually, Peggy didn't want to tell her grandfather about Maria. It's just that this incident with Maria could be a game changer. She still felt a little disgusted, even if it might upset her grandfather. But I still need to inform grandpa in advance, so that there can be changes later. He can also prepare his grandfather mentally and prepare means of defense in advance. So Peggy felt a little inappropriate, but she still whispered: "Sir, that housekeeper you mentioned, she recently 'hired' a lawyer." "Hehe~" Robert Morgenthau sneered. A cleaner with a monthly salary of about two thousand to three thousand dollars, hires a lawyer to sue the Manhattan district attorney? Are you kidding me? ! Robert of course knows that Maria is just a cover, her divine appearance. The one who really caused trouble was not Maria. "Why did she sue me?" Having recently gotten used to being sued, Robert was a little confused. He felt that no matter how outrageous the name of the trial was, he would not feel anything special. However, what his niece said immediately stunned him. Because Paige said: "This Maria, through a lawyer, sued you. She said you tried to fuck her in the office multiple times last March, April and June." Robert initially thought he heard wrong, but after confirming he heard wrong. He felt the position of his heart and couldn't stop beating. "I'm going to die fxkk this fxxk!" Holding his heart tightly, Robert pointed his finger up and down, his face pale. Peggy knew her grandfather's reaction would be amazing, but she didn't think it would be that great. Fortunately, she was prepared and immediately took out the medicine she had prepared in advance. And he moved quickly, pouring for his grandfather and giving him water. Robert Morgenthau feels much better. Although his face was still a little pale, at least he was no longer as angry as before, as if he was about to faint. "FXXKYOU!" Robert Morgenthau, who was more relaxed, ended up swearing angrily. This was also the first time Peggy had seen such angry and rude language from her gentle and refined grandfather since she was a child. Peggy regrets everything. If I had known sooner, I wouldn't have told my grandfather. "Oh~~" Robert Morgenthau took a deep breath, worried and angry. But just as Paige thought, Robert Morgenthau, was born into an East Coast political powerhouse. He deeply felt that Maria's case might not be that simple. Robert Morgenthau thought quickly. About a minute later, he suddenly gently asked Peggy: "Honey, tell me, who is the lawyer representing Maria this time? Peggy was stunned for a moment, but she still didn't understand why her grandfather asked her that question in the first place. She thought for a moment and then said: "That's John Sam's law firm." John and Sam Law Firm is a famous law firm in New York. Different from leading large law firms. This law firm is only a few years old and its reputation depends entirely on its boss, John Sam. Simply put, this law firm has only one lawyer, the rest are assistants and paralegals. This is different from large law firms that have a large number of employees and lawyers. "Sam John." A thoughtful expression appeared on Robert Morgenthau's pale face. "You did really well this time. Darling." A moment later, Robert Morgenthau suddenly spoke. Peggy looked at him: "Grandpa? "Not Abel Smith." "I mean, the Maria thing wasn't run by Abel Smith," Robert Morgenthau said. "What do you mean?" "Exactly what you were thinking. Like, why did you say that disgusting thing to me." Robert Morgenthau, who was panting, was furious. At this moment, his tone was resolute, returning to his usual gentleness. "Perhaps some will test me by taking advantage of Abel Smith's madness." » Robert Morgenthau said. Peggy immediately knew what her grandfather meant and that was exactly what worried her. This is also the reason why she chose to talk about this disgusting thing with her grandfather so that he wouldn't be angry. The direction of the New York judicial system may have changed. "So who do you think it will be?" » Peggy said softly. Robert Morgenthau shook his head and said: "It doesn't matter who it is. What matters is that we stop Abe Smith as soon as possible." Peggy nodded. Although Abel Smith's approach has kept the Manhattan District Attorney's office very busy. This also made Robert a little angry and sick. But in fact, Robert Morgenthau still accepts it. First of all, it was Abel who did this, it was within the regulations and he followed the regulations. Second, Abel's actions will not cause actual harm to the Manhattan District Attorney's Office and Robert Morgenthau. With so many lawsuits, the Manhattan District Attorney's Office is wasting some of its staff handling cases. Increase Robert Morgenthau's funding to over one hundred thousand dollars per month. The biggest damage was to the reputation of the Manhattan district attorney's office. But now Robert Morgenthau was well aware of the change in the wind. Most of the lawsuits against law firms hired by Abel are very formal. The Manhattan District Attorney's Office has previously been used to counterclaim and prosecute a number of potentially unfair cases. We can only talk about Robert Morgenthau's laxity in handling documents. Things like this are not a big deal for US prosecutors. But this time, suing Robert Morgenthau's name is completely unjustified. Robert Morgenthau has a feeling someone is taking advantage of this opportunity. Using Abel's judgment on himself, under the guise of Abel, he wanted to do something different with himself. For example Spray to discredit Robert Morgenthau. And then indirectly influence the upcoming Manhattan District Attorney election! Yes, just like any other position. Regional prosecutors are also elected. Robert Morgenthau is very powerful in Manhattan but often has to run for office. Every year someone stands up to challenge him, even when everyone else fails. This year he should accept someone else's challenge, half a month later. Then district attorney election season begins. In China there is a saying "drunk people don't care about alcohol". Robert Morgenthau now had the feeling that some people were starting to get this idea. Perhaps even Abel Smith's practitioner was among the drunkards! Robert is not afraid of the lawsuit storm, but he does not want this lawsuit storm to continue. this eventually affected his throne. After thinking for a long time, Robert Morgenthau suddenly said directly to his niece: "Peggy, I want you to put down everything you have in your hand." "Okay, grandpa." Peggy quietly waited for Robert to finish thinking and then responded without hesitation. "You're going to California now." Robert repeated. This time Peggy asked, "What are you sending me to California for?" "Abe Smith is now in California." Robert Morgenthau said: "I want you to go see him and make peace with him." Peggy was surprised but immediately said: "It's okay, I'll go now." Robert Morgenthau nodded and continued to meditate. At this time, the person he valued had become the one behind the scenes. Who really threatens himself in this election. Peggy no longer bothered her grandfather, she quietly left the office to prepare for the trip to California. When Paige boarded the plane to California. West Coast of America, California, San Francisco, Santa Clara Valley. Santa Clara Valley is also known as Silicon Valley. The reason for this name is because this is where silicon-based semiconductor chips were first researched and produced. Silicon Valley is the kingdom of the electronics and computer industry, and venture capital from this region accounts for one-third of all venture capital in the United States. I met Sergey Brin and Larry Page at noon, then raised the price again. At night, in Palo Alto, Silicon Valley. Abel was working at a company called IDEO when he met the company's three co-founders. He received a text message. This brief message made him laugh in front of the three IDEO co-founders. In front of him were the three founders of IDEO. is dean and founder of Stanford University School of Design, David Kelly. There are two other co-founders, Mike Natto and Bill Morgridge. This time, Abel came to IDEO to discuss a problem with IDEO. Second, he simply and directly wanted to invest in IDEO, which already had a certain reputation. When Abel received a text message earlier with good news from David Jones. Between Abel and the other party, the valuation of IDEO is being discussed. Before the dotcom bubble burst, there was David Kelly, the leader of IDEO. Valuation once exceeded one billion US dollars. At the time, valuations of Silicon Valley startups were generally very high. Put a few computers in the garage, hire a few students and come up with some ideas for ID. Cost under 200,000 USD. When angel investors come knocking on your door, they dare to offer a valuation of $10 million to $20 million. This kind of leather bag company dares to do it. Not to mention a unicorn company like IDEO. But not now. After the bubble burst, IDEO, like other Silicon Valley companies, experienced a rollercoaster decline in value. On the market, IDEO's latest valuation is just under 150 million USD. But the three IDEO co-founders remained stubborn. Even during this bubble, IDEO is still in a difficult situation. However, IDEO's market value is expected to be at least above $200 million. Abel didn't seem to want to back down, and the three people at IDEO saw the billion-dollar company collapse like this. They also don't want to back down. Depressed, Abel felt much better when he saw the new message. This change in him also made all three people pay attention to him. They didn't know Abel and they couldn't ask such a direct question without telling them. Fortunately, Abel directly smiled and said: "Ha~ Good news. Let me tell you, the person sitting across from you is already Google's largest individual shareholder." "Final. Larry Page and Sergey Brin, along with several other independent shareholders, sold me $610 million worth of stock." "The proportion of these shares currently accounts for about 20% of Google's total equity capital~" When this news was announced, the three IDEO co-founders were clearly a bit surprised. Although IDEO is also one of the most famous unicorn companies in Silicon Valley in recent years. But make no mistake, it can't compare to Silicon Valley's unicorn king, Google. 20% of Google's shares were sold for just $610 million. IDEO, whose market value and volume is not even one-sixth of Google's, is clearly impractical to sell at a higher price. When David Kelly and the other three looked at each other. When they saw Abel stand up, they laughed and said to them: "Valuation of 180 million, I want 20% of IDEO shares. After that, I was given priority to invest. "At the same time, after meeting this participation condition, I will place an order for IDEO for at least 10 million USD." "You think this is my state, I'm leaving San Francisco tomorrow." "I hope to receive a clear answer from you by then." David Kelly, the chief, wanted to say something about keeping Abel. But Abel got up and left directly so they had to get up and kick him out of the IDEO gate. The three turned around and returned to the company. One of the co-founders, Bill Morgridge, couldn't help but say: "I think it's okay. The market is going through a cold winter and the first thing we need to do is keep IDEO alive." "The valuation of 180 million 20% is only 36 million US dollars, isn't it a bit small?" Another founder, Mike Nato, was a bit reluctant. You probably would have known this six months ago if you wanted this much stock in IDEO. At least 200 million US dollars is enough. Just six months later, the value of that stock was only $36 million. I hate the Internet bubble! Mike Nutto thought. At this time, the leader of the three, the real leader of IDEO, David Kelly, a professor at Stanford University, spoke up. He said: "I agree with what Bill said. Survival is more important than anything else. Very few people are willing to invest money in Silicon Valley these days." Mike Nato knows that too, but he's just a little reluctant. "Okay. Then I agree." Mike Natto said. 36 million is 36 million, something is better than nothing. IDEO isn't out of steam yet, but it doesn't really have any money in its account. On the other hand, Abel does not lie. After leaving Palo Alto, he actually went straight to Los Angeles and stopped near San Francisco. The main reason to go to Silicon Valley this time has been more than half fulfilled. This involves the acquisition of Google shares, which are currently unlisted. As for IDEO, they initially wanted to do business together. Looking back, IDEO is currently undervalued and has the greatest investment value. Thinking about raking grass and chasing rabbits, I would buy stocks if I could. The agreement that I initially wanted to negotiate with IDEO became a condition for IDEO's agreement to participate. Although it is said that currently in Silicon Valley, in addition to Google, there are many valuable companies worth buying their stocks. But Abel knows that next year there will be another big wave. High-tech companies or Internet companies. It will really hit its lowest point next year. At this time, moving is most beneficial. Google is a special case. Due to the trauma and psychological impact caused by this year's bubble burst This year, Larry Page and Sergey Brin, the two founders who own the most shares of Google, both intend to sell their shares. Next year, after Schmidt becomes CEO of Google. The two founders will no longer wish to sell large quantities of their shares. At that time, buying back a large amount of Google shares will be much more difficult. This time when the valley is empty is the most beautiful time of the year. Under current market conditions, $610 million, equivalent to 20% of Google's shares, is actually a bit expensive. But Abel and Silicon Valley don't have human relationships or contact and want them. It's impossible to get that many shares in such a short period of time without spending more money. Fortunately, the shares are finally in hand, and if left alone in the future, their value could increase dozens of times. If the exchange rate does not change, it can be exaggerated and reach hundreds of billions of dollars. One of his main goals when coming to Silicon Valley had finally been achieved. The next time will probably be next year. Throughout Silicon Valley, When we cry again, let us come back and reap again. Leaving San Francisco, his next target was the West Coast's brightest gem. City of Angels, Los Angeles with sea breeze. (end of this chapter)