Chapter 286

Chapter 286 Smith received an exaggerated reception

Kensington Palace Garden Road, Villa No. 1.

This villa was completed in 1854 and has a history of more than 150 years.

During the 1960s and 1970s, part of this house was also the embassy of a large country, which can be said to be very historical and political.

The house has an area of ​​about 18,589 square meters. This area could be considered average in places like the suburbs of London. But instead of Kensington Palace Garden Street.

In addition to neighboring Kensington Palace, there are several other mansions.

It was one of the largest houses.

On an area of ​​18,589 square meters, construction area is about 2,000 square meters.

Among them are 33 bedrooms and 39 bathrooms, the standard configuration of a super luxury house. In addition, indoor swimming pool, outdoor swimming pool, fitness and entertainment equipment, private cinema, wine cellar, tennis court, mini golf course, etc. all available.

Behind the front and back of the central villa area are two beautifully decorated gardens with an area of ​​more than 3,000 square meters.

Although the British pound is currently very valuable, 58 million pounds can be exchanged for 84.1 million US dollars.

$84.1 million can buy two outstanding homes on Long Island. But Abel still thinks that 58 million pounds is really not expensive for such a large house in this location.

In the afternoon, he and little Laura went for a walk in the front garden.

Walking forever, he came to the right path leading into the living room of the main house.

Currently, many professional maids, gardeners and maintenance staff under the command of housekeeper Joanna are busy inside and outside the villa.

Joanna was originally Abel, a butler stationed at 1 13th Street, Emperor Point, New York. A graduate of the British Association of Professional Butlers, she worked at the Royal Castle.

is a true butler talent.

Ranked No. 1 by Abel, Huangdian 13 Street, New York, is truly a somewhat unfortunate talent.

So Abe moved her to Manhattan.

After buying this house, Abel thought Joanna was English. She remains an expert in the field, and she must be better suited than anyone to entrust her with the number 1 spot in the Kensington Palace Gardens.

Abel moved Joanna from New York to settle here.

As well as thanks to Joanna to take care of and edit this No. 1 Kensington Palace Garden here.

In addition, I also intend to use this place as a training school for butlers who will manage the mansion in the future.

The wives who originally worked for Annie and others would come here to be trained by Joanna for a period of time. After completing the training, they can continue working with them.

Joanna established part of the giant house as a small internal tutoring school at Abel's request.

But Joanna seems very busy today because Abel plans to hold a reception here tonight.

Joanna is prepared, which is also this housekeeper's strong point.

"Dear madam." When I met Joanna in the middle of the garden, even little Laura smiled and greeted her:

"Thank you for your hard work. During this time you are the busiest person. I will also count on you in the evening."

Joanna, who had met the two masters, knew that the girl in front of her would most likely be her lover in the future.

The housekeeper smiled politely:

"Miss Bush, this is all the work I should do. I can't say whether it's hard or difficult. As long as I can satisfy you and Mr. Smith, this is my greatest satisfaction."

Joanna's voice was not rushed but sounded very comfortable. Perhaps even the tutor's voice must undergo special training to have such an effect.

Little Laura just thought that British professional butlers had different attitudes and ways of serving.

It's many times better than the attitude and service style of your butler and housekeeper!

The shrub family has no shortage of money or status in the United States.

But the pleasures in this aspect are really not equal to the joys of rich people who love luxury.

Among other things, a house like One Kensington Palace Gardens. Without Abel, little Laura felt she could not live her life.

Thinking of this, little Laura also smiled appropriately at Joanna: "Anyway, everything bothers me, Joanna."

Joanna greeted little Laura with dignity.

And solemnly greeted Abel facing his master, then slowly left to continue his work.

Abel showed Joanna's back to baby Laura: "Hey honey, do you see? How professional." It's worth it !"

Little Laura laughed loudly, rolled her beautiful eyes and suddenly said gently:

"By the way, my dear, what are your impressions of the Clifford Chance lawyers today?"

"Yeah?"

"The trainee lawyer next to Mr. Timmy Owen, I noticed she was looking at you."

"I think that's normal. Dear Miss Laura Bush. It's not like you don't know who your boyfriend, Apollo in fact, is. It's normal for women to look at me."

Seeing him pretending to be arrogant, little Laura laughed and gently pushed him.

"You look so good. But I see ambition in this woman's eyes. Mine is here. If you want, you can"

She playfully winked at Abel, looking cute and graceful like a young woman.

A married girl said otherwise.

Now I dare to tell Abel. Even if Abel had thoughts in his heart, of course he would not admit it at this time.

He said frankly: "It's not okay.

"huh~"

Little Laura turned around, ignored him and slowly walked into the villa.

Abel followed her.

At first, little Laura did not say these words.

Abel has almost no memory of the trainee lawyer she mentioned. He remembered the other person's appearance, very similar to his Anne, Anne Hathaway's Anne.

The name appears to be Aimo Alamuddin. Judging from his name, surname, and appearance, he was probably from the desert.

A British beauty with beautiful appearance and great figure, but currently she is just a young lawyer interning at Clifford Chance law firm.

Cut, I'm not the motherly type so it's not easy to meet someone and fall in love with someone else. ]

Abel thought.

Housekeeper Joanna, as the afternoon approaches evening, the professional housekeeper gets busier and busier.

". Here, put these here. Ants in the lawn, please clean it up.

"The guests will arrive in an hour and a half. Remember to clean it and be error free.

"By the way, take the bottle of Mouton 1995 out of the cellar. This is tonight's main red wine. Carefully separate it. There are two bottles of 1945, which are from the owner's collection."

"Hey, who put this paper down? Are you? George? It's wrinkled at one corner, have you noticed? Reduce your weekly wage by £50. »

"Same here, this chair is bent, help him now!"

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Joanna moves between the bustling living room, reception room, outdoor lawn, kitchen, wine cellar and warehouse of the villa.

This made Abel and little Laura who appeared later unable to help but be moved by the ability and excellence of this housekeeper.

"Honey, I think Joanna is so capable."

"If this continues, we will all be inseparable from her," said little Laura. »

Abel smiled:

"You can learn from her. You will be the boss in the future. Although there will be a butler to help, you also need to understand the basics of organizing and running this type of party.

"Yes, what you say makes sense." Little Laura nodded.

But not tonight.

She felt that tonight was the first reception Abel had hosted in London, and the importance was obvious.

So forget it. Professional work should be done by professionals.

Let Joanna, an expert in the field, do it.

Today is August 3.

It was Abel's 14th day in London.

After going through the first adaptations and spreading his fame. Today he will host his first UK reception in the gardens of Kensington Palace.

This reception initially invited only British people with whom he had contact during this time.

and representatives of some US forces here.

Take the current US employee in the UK, David Delaney Walker.

David Delaney Walker arrived to take up the position in March this year. In America, foreign messengers are always big jobs. And it can only be stationed by the Grand Commander.

Except for some large countries and countries that the United States places special importance on.

Many envoys sent by the United States to many countries around the world supported the outgoing leader's election campaign or secretly provided benefits.

Simply put, except for a few important countries. Most American ambassadors abroad rely heavily on kryptonian gold or their connections and seniority.

It's a good place to go for the gold plate for America's elite.

Like David DeLarry Walker, he's the type.

Britain is of course an important country for the United States, but it is too important, which makes envoys in Britain less important.

Due to any issue large or small, the White House can directly call 10 Tanglin Street and speak directly to the Prime Minister. There is no need to bother the overseas ambassador holding this post.

There seemed to be little work to do, little responsibility and good compensation, which gradually became a major position among American ambassadors abroad.

Of course there will be many people who steal great work.

David DeLarry Walker knows how to stand out.

Except for helping George Bush's campaign late last year. Also because this person's last name is Walker.

The Walker family is an important ally of the Bush family.

is one of the former Wall Street tycoons and belongs to little Laura's great-grandmother's family.

Little Laura's great-grandfather became a manager of many companies after marrying the daughter of George Herbert Walker.

George Herbert Walker, a familiar name. Baby Laura's grandfather added a bush after the name.

The grandson directly uses the grandfather's name

A particularly long-standing tradition of the shrub family is to use the names of elders for the younger generation.

After marrying George Herbert Walker's daughter, Prescott prospered.

He served as USGA president because his father-in-law, Walker, loved to play golf.

Later, Prescott Shrub, at the age of 57, became a senator. and held this position for 11 years.

This is the decisive step that they must bring to the altar.

Since then, the Walker family and the Bush family have become true allies.

According to the Bush family's knowledge, after the marriage of little Laura and Abel.

The Smith family would also become one of the Bush family's staunchest allies, like the Walker family. In other words, use the shrub family as the link.

David DeLarry Walker also belonged to Abel's people.

The invitation to the reception was sent by Abel, and little Laura was also included.

David Delaney Walker of course couldn't refuse.

Thanks to David Delaney Walker's invitation, this man proactively went to Abel and baby Laura's house. This guy even suggested that Abel invite messengers from some other embassies nearby.

For example, in the Five Eyes alliance, in addition to the host country, the United Kingdom, there are three other countries.

Abel thought about it and agreed.

However, he asked David Delaney Walker to come forward, even giving David part of the job of organizing the reception, mainly inviting guests.

This person explicitly invited all members of the Five Eyes Alliance except the host, the United Kingdom. Everyone invited agreed to come. This is the special envoy of the United States. If they don't come in, they can get eye drops.

Especially after hearing who was hosting the reception, I had no choice but to come.

People from these countries are coming. The relevant staff of the host country heard and wanted to come.

Then there are some countries that are close to the Five Eyes.

Messengers like Nihong and Han Guo wanted to come.

It turned out that Abel just wanted to entertain the English friends he knew.

And the leaders of my company are here. Nurture emotions and enhance understanding.

But under the influence of David Delaney Walker, it gradually expanded.

It has become what it is today.

It's going to be very exciting here tonight.

Fortunately, number 1 at Kensington Palace Gardens is large enough to accommodate a full capacity of two to three hundred people. That amount was even very generous, making Abel feel right about buying such a large house.

Under Joanna's leadership, the professional department staff has made the reception desk arrangement more and more perfect.

The time to start the reception is getting closer and closer.

Soon night fell and the lights came on.

Bright lights illuminate the entire Garden Street of Kensington Palace like a goblin wonderland. These lush rows of trees, under subtle and beautifully designed lighting, look like a dreamy forest.

This makes it impossible for passersby and passing vehicles to stop here and even want to take photos here.

But usually at that time there will be Royal Police from Scotland Yard nearby, they will go out to chase people away.

Using the excuse of evicting people, it is an important royal place and is not allowed to stay at will.

In fact, this is only a request of the residents living here, that is, the billionaires. The royal golden palace may occasionally be open to the public.

How can the public be forbidden from passing through a palace separate from the royal family?

These are the names of rich and false kings who then give money to Scotland Yard.

Royal police officers are a natural sight here, chasing away pedestrians at night, thus keeping the streets of Kensington Palace Gardens safer at night.

Comes with time. The luxury cars were slowly escorted by other vehicles one after another to the gate of Villa No. 1 in Kensington Palace Gardens.

These cars are all luxury cars, many of which are diplomatic cars.

Guests at the reception were surprised to learn that it was located at the inner gate of Kensington Palace Garden number 1.

The "host" assigned to welcome the guests turned out to be David DeLarry Walker, the famous US ambassador to England.

The guests were all surprised.

Worth knowing about for expats in the UK. Faced with the country's problems, David Delaney Walker is always the most arrogant and respectable person.

But now he comes to the door to welcome guests, making everyone very confused and surprised.

Has a good relationship with David DeLarry Walker.

When the Australian Ambassador to the UK, Merdy Raven, arrived.

He couldn't help but ask David DeLarry Walker. "David, why did you come here to greet guests? Isn't this the homeowner?

David Delaney Walker responded warmly:

"Tonight, I am the master here."

David explains to Merdy Raven:

"My mother is Miss Bush's father's cousin, and I am Miss Bush's cousin. Mrs. and Mr. Smith must entertain guests inside, there are no suitable people here. I feel like I'm decent so I came here."

Merdy Raven was speechless.

Because that's exactly what it is. David DeLarry Walker and the two people inside were originally relatives.

Because of emotion and reason, David DeLarry Walker is willing to do this, which can be said to be completely in accordance with decorum.

But Merdy Raven knew David was willing to do this for another reason.

This is because David himself is only a peripheral member of the Walker family.

Plasma is relatively dilute, the type far from the main house. Being able to hold the position of US ambassador to the UK is mainly thanks to the support of George Bush.

David Delaney Walker must rely on the shrub family to secure this position.

Now that his son-in-law and daughter-in-law are actually here, David DeLarry Walker is sure to put on a good show.

Merdy Raven thought for a moment, patted David on the shoulder: "Then I'll go in."

David continued to smile warmly: "It's okay, the guests will arrive later, see you inside."

"Alright!" Merdy Raven walked in, thinking as she walked.

The Ravens think that if they move to David DeLarry Walker's position. I would definitely make the same choice as David.

Because doing so seems a bit self-conscious and will make you even more embarrassed.

But in reality there are many invisible benefits.

First of all, it can please the shrub family, which is a more obvious benefit.

The second is to please the super-rich Smiths as well as Wall Street giants. This super rich man is also the president of the National Rifle Association.

He owns a giant media corporation ranked in the top 5 media corporations in the United States.

He even owns an energy company with a large number of employees and great influence.

This is the case if you return to China to run for office in the future. This rich man can think about what happened today, and if he responds...

This is an invisible and, to some extent, more stable advantage than the shrub family favors.

A little loss of face that doesn't matter to the customer can actually bring many intangible benefits. Everyone is ready.

Even Australian Merdy Raven can understand.

Not to mention David DeLarry Walker.

This is why David is willing to play half-host at the inner door as the dignified American envoy to the UK to welcome guests to the reception.

(end of this chapter)