Chapter 114 The Greatly Wise Gluck DuPont

He had previously pulled Mars into the TV variety show business. Although it hadn't officially started, the company was already established and recruiting.

In other words, before the meeting began, Wang Xiuyuan had successfully won over six families: Rockefeller, Morgan, Vanderbilt, Roosevelt, DuPont, and Mars.

Only the Delano, Koch, and Astor families remained. Even if they had objections, they couldn't cause much of a stir.

Although things had deviated slightly, overall it was good; at least Rockefeller, one of the two giants, had spoken publicly.

Morgan, Vanderbilt, Roosevelt, and Mars were receiving more benefits than the other families, so they naturally wouldn't object.

Thus, the matter was naturally settled smoothly.

After David Rockefeller expressed his stance, the other old men voiced their agreement and began evenly distributing the fifty states and Washington, D.C. among the three prison management companies.

As for how many prison operating rights they could actually secure after the territory was allocated, that depended entirely on each family's methods; no one could say for sure.

Considering the staggering profits this business could generate, these great families would certainly give their full support to the development of these three companies.

This was a business that could be passed down as a family heirloom; they couldn't possibly ignore its importance.

Just after the private prison business was discussed, Gluck Dupont hurriedly ran to Wang Xiuyuan's side.

"Brother, did you ask for me because of something important? It must be some good business you want to partner with me on, right? Come on, say it, I can't wait."

After such a long meeting, these people were all too tired to move and were sitting in the meeting room resting.

Gluck Dupont's words instantly drew everyone's attention to them.

Feeling the curious gazes of the crowd, Wang Xiuyuan really wanted to curse this idiot to death, but he felt embarrassed to say it out loud.

After all, he was now a person of status, and there were nine elders in the meeting room. If only young people were present, Wang Xiuyuan's curses might have already slipped out.

Wang Xiuyuan forced a strained smile: "What are you talking about, Gluck? I just have something to discuss with you; it's unrelated to business."

Wang Xiuyuan didn't want to talk in front of so many people, but he couldn't stop Gluck Dupont from acting like he was possessed by Sherlock Holmes; the guy was currently like a genius with an IQ of 160.

The kind that countless people would marvel at.

Gluck Dupont responded with full confidence: "Haha, don't try to hide it from me. I understand, I understand everything!"

"What do you understand?" Wang Xiuyuan looked at Gluck Dupont in dumbfoundment.

"A surprise! Now it's my turn for the benefits, right?"

Gluck Dupont raised his eyebrows smugly. That look of "wisdom" made Wang Xiuyuan almost want to smash an ashtray into his face.

"Don't guess blindly. It's just a small matter; we'll talk later."

Wang Xiuyuan didn't want to talk now, but Gluck Dupont was like a man possessed, his mouth running non-stop.

"No need to hide it. You definitely have something good to talk to me about today; I've already guessed it.

Renoson, Devik, Locke, and Sanchez have the lion's share of the private prison business. You said before that you'd continue to look after us if there were other profitable businesses, but you'd pick partners based on what we're good at.

So when you were preparing to do variety shows, you chose to partner with Livia Mars to start a company. Partly because she's a girl and naturally more meticulous.

And partly because she's good friends with Annie Hurst; communication between them would be smoother.

So now, only Rodriguez, Salmer, Reeves, and I are left for you to choose from.

Two days ago when I was out on business, I happened to see your bodyguard coming out of the New York office of Magpu Industrial Company. Out of curiosity, I went in to ask.

It just so happens that I'm very familiar with the people at Magpu Industrial Company. After all, my family has years of experience cooperating with them. So, they gave me some harmless inside information.

Supposedly, your bodyguard ordered a large batch of firearm parts, and the materials for the pistol parts are very special, with a somewhat futuristic design concept.

In addition, there are parts for several models of assault rifles.

I don't know if you know, but my biggest hobby is all kinds of firearms. I think those are the toys men should play with.

Since there might be several new guns with advanced design concepts coming out, I became even more curious. So, I made a special trip to the Patent Office to check the patent applications for firearm designs.

And wouldn't you know it, I actually found them.

Although the patent holder is a company name, and that company's controlling shareholder is registered overseas, making it impossible to find the actual controller.

But I found out who was responsible for applying for the patents. It seems to be your lawyer, Tom—a very memorable name.

So just admit it. There's no one more suitable to be your partner than me right now.

The Morgan and Rockefeller families have arms businesses, but Renoson and Devik have to worry about the private prison business, which is more profitable.

Rodriguez, Salmer, and Reeves don't understand firearms at all, and they don't have much interest in this business.

Only I, Gluck Dupont, am the only suitable candidate. I love playing with guns, and my family started out in the arms business. I'm very familiar with the processes and connections in this field.

As long as the firearms you designed are excellent enough, my family can help you get procurement contracts from the military and police departments.

How about it? Tempted? Quickly, take them out and let me see!"

Gluck Dupont's incredibly precise analysis left Wang Xiuyuan dumbfounded. He never expected this guy could investigate so much just by seeing his bodyguard at Magpu Industrial Company.

It was simply beyond ridiculous.

The most absurd part was that he actually managed to figure it all out.

Wang Xiuyuan was even wondering if Gluck Dupont had arrived late on purpose just to show off in front of everyone.

If that really was Gluck Dupont's goal, then Wang Xiuyuan had to admit that Gluck Dupont had successfully pulled it off this time.

Wang Xiuyuan had wanted to keep this matter low-key, but with Gluck Dupont's scene, there was no way to keep it quiet anymore.

Wang Xiuyuan sighed and said helplessly:

"Gluck, you really are a 'big brain.' Nothing can escape those wise eyes of yours. It is indeed a firearms business.

I originally wanted to have a good talk with you earlier, but I didn't expect you to be late this morning."

Wang Xiuyuan walked to the door of the meeting room, confirmed with Holt who was guarding outside, and then turned to invite everyone inside.

"The firearms I designed are ready; they're over at the shooting range. If you don't mind, let's all go over and take a look.

A brand-new design concept, a different shooting experience.

I have a feeling these guns I designed will definitely be a hit."

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