Over a period of more than ten years, the Hall family's wholly-owned or partnership investment in East London has exceeded 2 billion pounds, providing more than 100,000 jobs and affecting countless families due to radiation.
East London has a huge reputation, and at the same time, Blaise Hall, who followed Cameron in his official career, also has considerable political capital: votes. ()
Aldrich has long been one of the regular guests at banquets held by the royal family. As for whether to attend, that is Aldrich’s freedom. In short, every national holiday, prince’s birthday, and queen’s birthday, Aldrich will definitely receive an invitation. Now
Then a voice began to spread among the upper echelons of the royal family: the royal family is preparing to knight Aldrich!
This was a suggestion from members of the Prime Minister's Cabinet. Aldrich didn't know the specific reason, but when his cousin Blaise called him to inform him, the reason vaguely mentioned in his words was: the influence of the Hall family is
Both major political parties in the UK are actively fighting for it.
This incident aroused Barnett's attention and reflection. At this time, he suddenly realized that perhaps it was the right thing to keep Aldridge in the football circle!
Because money cannot buy honor, nor can it buy the intangible influence brought by public support.
Why do well-known football stars from many countries successfully enter the political arena after retiring? This is the influence of the public base. Although being in charge of politics and playing football are absolutely two different things and have nothing to do with each other, but the people vote, the public will not
It is absolutely rational.
The Hall family has money, invests in England, and can win people's hearts. The Hall family has Aldrich involved in the football circle. In the UK, the influence of this circle is greater than any other field. Most people don't need to watch the movie. No
Watch TV series. Don’t listen to songs, but you must watch football games.
There is a big bias against knighthood in the UK. For example, Shankly and Paisley founded the Liverpool dynasty that was far more magnificent than Manchester United. However, they only had the title of OBE, which was not enough to be knighted. However, Ferguson won the Champions League for the first time.
He received the KBE title, which is two levels higher, and was knighted. Only KBE
Or the highest level of GBE, you can use titles such as Private R. (Note: Ferguson's knighthood is controversial. There are two opinions in the information. Most of the popular science says that he is knighted with KBE, and some say that he is knighted with CBE.
position, but because of the common name used by the general public, it is also called private r.)
Aldrich already has a knighthood and an OBE, which is not enough for a knighthood.
But in terms of influence, honor, public recognition, and the positive effect it has brought to British football, is it not as good as Ferguson?
Of course not. But this is where the prejudice of the British royal family lies.
If there is no interest involved, the really powerful big shots will not fight for Aldrich. Now that the Hall family has accumulated a certain degree of influence in the business world and society, various forces have begun to win over the Hall family.
, requesting a knighthood for Aldrich is considered an olive branch.
During this period, Aldrich did not want the outside world to focus on him, so he informed Blaise that the knighthood was postponed for the time being, and it was not easy to discuss the matter at this time.
Aldrich doesn't care much about whether he has a title or not. If the royal family gives it to him, he will accept it. If the royal family doesn't give it to him, he will just ignore it. After Ferguson made him a knight, Aldrich won't think that the other person has become special when he sees him.
Or if a buff is added to him, this is just an honor.
Blaydes told him that the tentative knighthood would be KBE, and the final decision would be made after he leads the England national team in the World Cup in the summer.
In other words, at a minimum, Aldridge will be awarded the Order of Commander-in-Chief this year. If the England national team loses weight in the World Cup in the summer, public support for him will definitely decline, and there will be no room for improvement in this title. However,
If the England national team can at least satisfy the people in the summer, Aldridge is very likely to be awarded the highest level of the Grand Cross and be knighted with GBE!
This will be the highest honor bestowed upon a British football insider and is unprecedented.
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West London is a place of entertainment and entertainment, and East London cannot be compared with it. When the night is getting darker, Ronaldinho is sitting in front of the drum set in a pub in West London, shaking his head with drumsticks and banging the various parts of the drum, surrounded by people.
His friends accompanied him, having a great time and being intoxicated.
Having lived here for more than five years, Ronaldinho has naturally made many friends, and he is also a common figure in such places. There is no need to worry about safety. The owner of the pub will do their best to ensure his safety. After all, Ronaldinho appears here.
Here, the popularity of the pub can be boosted, which is considered its expensive
Therefore, a good atmosphere has been formed here. There will be no crazy fans coming to pester. Other guests also keep a distance to watch Ronaldinho and his friends having fun. Those who admire him will ask him to sign an autograph when appropriate.
, take a photo, or record these scenes with a digital camera like now.
At this time, the Internet is not as developed as it would be ten years later. Otherwise, it is estimated that Ronaldinho's private life will be broadcast live on the Internet simultaneously.
Ronaldinho, who was dressed in an avant-garde and unique style, put down his drumsticks when he felt tired and went to the bar to have a drink with his friends. At this time, one of his friends shouted to him: "Hey, Real Madrid reversed Bayern Munich at home.
Millwall's opponent in the semi-finals will be Real Madrid!"
Ronaldinho heard this and asked for a glass of wine from the guy at the bar, then raised his glass and said with a smile: "This is good news. I prefer going to Spain than to Germany. Guys, don't contact me in the second half of the month. I'm not free. Get rid of it."
Real Madrid, next month, I will go to Scotland, bye!"
After drinking all the wine in the glass, Ronaldinho took out the money and put it on the bar. He also paid for his friend's drinks. Then he waved to everyone and left. On the way out of the pub, he signed autographs with some people and showed his face.
Take a photo with a smiling face.
He had a bodyguard. In fact, his original intention was not to hire a bodyguard, but to hire a driver. But later, considering that he did need a bodyguard sometimes, he simply hired a bodyguard.
Why hire a driver?
Because he had an accident while driving in Brazil, he got into some minor disputes, and his driver's license was revoked. He didn't want to take the time to get a driver's license in the UK. He knew that even if he got a driver's license, he might get into trouble again soon. For example, now, he drank
What should I do if I get stopped while driving after drinking alcohol?
So he didn't drive the luxury car he bought, but asked his bodyguard and driver to drive it.
After getting into his car outside the pub, the driver drove back to his new home in the suburbs of East London. He took out his mobile phone and looked at it. Many teammates sent him text messages, telling him that Millwall's opponent in the Champions League semifinals would be Real Madrid.
Ronaldinho did not reply to the text message and just laughed it off.
...
I returned to London from Barcelona early yesterday morning. The team's main players have the day off today, and because the league opponents are not strong at the weekend, the substitute lineup will be used. Aldridge gave them an extra half-day off.
France, Bordeaux.
In a winery, Schneider, Nedvěd, and Larsson were dressed in casual clothes, as well as their invited guests Shevchenko and Trezeguet, and the families of the five men went to the city together.
They haven't come back yet, but the five of them are sitting on a comfortable sofa, with more than ten kinds of expensive red wines on the coffee table in front of them. They are not here to drink, but to taste wine and watch the life and death of Real Madrid and Bayern Munich at the Bernabeu.
war.
Schneider and others have been investing in the winery here for many years. I dare not say how amazing the return rate is. But after a few years, the price of high-quality red wine with storage value has begun to rise. Anyway, it is definitely better than what they invested their money in.
Banks have higher returns and seem to have lower risks than investing in the financial market. Every year they increase investment. Now, in addition to income from soccer and advertising, their largest investment is this winery, and it is worth a lot of money.
They tasted some wine, finalized some new collections, and then they watched the football game.
"To be honest, I also hope that Real Madrid advances to the semi-finals and then beats Bayern Munich. That would be enough!"
Schneider said with a smile while holding a wine glass.
Nedvěd and Larsson looked at each other and smiled. Before the game started, they were really worried that Real Madrid would not be able to advance. It was a strange psychological activity. It was obvious that Millwall would have a higher chance of winning against Bayern Munich, but they just felt that
Should try Real Madrid!
The strong have nothing to fear!
"I wish you will go further."
Shevchenko and Trezeguet felt a little bitter at this time. No matter as guests or as former teammates and friends, their blessings came from the bottom of their hearts.
In fact, Shevchenko really wanted to inquire about the rumors in the transfer market. Although Millwall has been denying all news of player transfers, in Italy, speculation about the future of players such as Pirlo has become rampant, and there is also a close call within AC Milan.
of rumors.
However, considering the attitude of Nedved and others, Shevchenko gave up the idea.
Schneider and the others don't really care about their teammates' future decisions.
If you stay, you will be teammates and brothers.
If you leave, then be friends.
Whoever chooses to leave will not feel that Millwall has lost anything.
They follow Aldridge and are loyal to Millwall. They don't care so much about others. They only care about whether you give your all when wearing the Millwall jersey!
Of course, Nedvěd and the others have already noticed the transfer rumors and internal trends. There are not many secrets hidden in the locker room, but they will not go to Pirlo, Gianluca Zambrotta or others to discuss the matter.
It becomes a kind of interference, harassment, affecting other people's lives, and Pirlo's professional attitude, everything they show in training, on the field, and on the field is impeccable. This is enough, even if they really leave,
Schneider they will understand.
"Where is Thierry?"
Trezeguet was more curious about what Henry would do at this time.
Schneider smiled and said: "Woman."
"Wow, British?"
"Yeah, I'm in love."
Henry did not watch the football game in the evening, but went to watch a movie in London with his new girlfriend. When he came out of the cinema, he happened to receive a text message from his teammates. When he saw that Real Madrid advanced to the semi-finals, he let out a sigh of relief.
Feeling refreshed, he put his phone back in his pocket, took the girl's hand and left the cinema.
Going to the Bernabeu to play, there are so many surprises this season. (To be continued...)
