Chapter 1224 1222 [There is a tiger in the heart, sniff the roses carefully! 】
Chapter 1224 1222 [If you have a tiger in your heart, smell the rose!]
Charlie didn't expect Shi Zhijian to have such a sharp mouth. As for that ghost "Charlie Cao", he didn't know who he was.
"Haha, Peter Jian, right? I really like to compete with low-level people like you, do you know why? Because I will kill you!" Charlie said cruel words to Shi Zhijian.
Shi Zhijian shrugged: "What an honor! Let's see who kills who!"
"Oh, what are you talking about?" Suddenly President Mark asked.
Charlie immediately changed his expression and said very gentlemanly: "That's it, dear Uncle Mark, today happens to be the day of the Paris Horse Racing Conference, and as for me, as the most famous young jockey in France, I am honored to participate in this competition.
, so I sincerely invite you to come and watch the game!”
"Horse racing? God, it's great!" There are almost no French people who don't like horse racing. Mark immediately became excited when he heard this.
Even Dixiang's eyes lit up, which shows that the French have a special liking for horse racing.
When Charlie saw this scene, he couldn't help but feel proud. He turned to look at Shi Zhijian and said, "Sorry, Mr. Pitjian, we are going to watch the horse racing together later. What should you do?"
Just when Shi Zhijian was about to speak, Di Xiang said: "Why don't you come with us? French horse racing is very beautiful! Even more exciting than British horse racing!"
"Uh, this--" Shi Zhijian touched his chin hesitantly, and then said with a slight embarrassment: "Originally, I had other things to do, but since Miss Di Xiang invites you so sincerely, I will be disrespectful!"
Charlie rolled his eyes and said to himself, you damn guy, you are so glib, let's see how I fix you later!
"How about it, Charlie, let Pitjian go with you!" Dixiang asked Charlie.
Charlie looked very generous and shrugged: "Of course, I am a very hospitable person! But what should I do? I only drove one car here!"
Di Xiang looked at the stylish open-top Ferrari outside, "But your car can fit three people!"
"Really?" Charlie glanced at his car and thought to himself, damn it, if he had known better, he would have driven another one over, and that one could only carry girls.
"Oh, I just discovered it! In this case, Miss Di Xiang and I sit in the front, and Uncle Mark and this Peter Jian please sit in the back!"
"That's not good," Dixiang said. "Why don't my father and I sit in the back, and Mr. Pitjian and you sit in the front - after all, we just met each other not long ago."
"That's it!" Charlie almost cursed in his heart, "I'm mainly worried that you will feel uncomfortable sitting in the back."
"It's okay, actually it's nice to be able to sit in the back!"
"Yes, it will be fine if my daughter and I sit in the back row." President Mark didn't want to see his beloved little cotton-padded jacket sitting with other men, so he said.
Charlie scolded his mother again in his mind, "Haha, okay, I won't force it anymore, then I will sit with Mr. Pitjian - Pitjian, do you mind?"
Shi Zhijian shook his head: "Of course I don't mind! In fact, I really like sitting in the front, especially in a Ferrari like Master Charlie!"
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The Paris Racecourse is located in the Sports Square on the east side of Paris. It was the place where the French military parade was held in the earliest times. The great French Emperor Napoleon especially liked to review troops here, and there was "horse racing" in the review.
In 1776, France held its first horse racing event. Due to the social unrest on the eve of the French Revolution and the poor people who were not interested in horse racing, the impact of this event was limited. In the early 19th century, Napoleon advocated the promotion of horse racing.
Group competitions are held in various places, and the finals are held in Paris.
Soon, French and British nobles jointly launched horse racing. France established the first horse racing association, and a horse racing training base was built in Chantilly, a suburb of Paris. Since then, horse racing has gradually become a gathering place for the royal family and nobles.
In 1863, Napoleon III established the "Prix de Paris" for horse racing, which further fueled the sport of horse racing. It was the predecessor of the world-famous French horse racing award, the Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe.
Because horse racing is fresh and exciting, shows status, embodies honor and other special characteristics, horse racing gradually affects the life interests of the people from the aristocratic class. In 1870, Paris industrialist Olay invented the C-ticket for horse racing, which soon became popular in the world.
Horse racing betting is still popular in France and around the world.
For the French people who love horses, every time the horse racing season comes, the horse racing is broadcast live on TV, and a large circle of people gather in the cafe, craning their necks and staring, happy, anxious, singing, cursing... it is very lively.
The extent is staggering.
At this moment, the horse racing meeting is at the scene.
Even Charlie himself didn't know what kind of mood he was in when he drove Shi Zhijian and the three of them to the Paris Racecourse.
But after arriving at the racecourse, as soon as Charlie saw his "territory", he immediately became excited as if he had been shot.
After getting off the car and walking towards the racecourse club, he said to Mark and others: "Uncle Mark, you don't know if I don't tell you, the Caesar Racing Club where I am is the largest club in France. If you are not a member, you will not be a member."
You can't go in! You are lucky today, I will take you in!"
Who is President Mark? He was a little unhappy when he heard this. He said to himself that even if your kid is the son of a congressman, he can't boast like this. What do you mean I can't go in without your guidance?
Who is Charlie? When he saw Mark frowning, he immediately added: "I mean, of course it's okay for someone like you, Uncle Mark, but mainly it's hard to say for a certain person!" After saying that, he glanced at Shi Zhijian intentionally or unintentionally.
.
Mark felt a little better now.
Shi Zhijian almost laughed at Charlie's words. In Shi Zhijian's opinion, there was no place in the world that he couldn't enter. He could even come and go from the Queen's Buckingham Palace with ease, let alone a mere French Jockey Club?
Charlie continued proudly: "The membership system of this club is very strict. New members must be recommended and guaranteed by three old members, and they must pass the review of the club owner! Like me, I also worked hard to get it.
Such a small membership badge!”
Charlie said, he took out a badge and put it on the collar of his left suit in a showy way, and flicked it with his hand: "To be honest, I am a humble person, and usually I would not take the initiative to wear this badge.
, mainly because it’s too eye-catching!”
Not to mention, the moment Charlie put this badge on, the people passing by looked at him with great surprise and admiration.
Some even whispered: "Wow, that's amazing, he is actually a member of Caesars Club!"
"Yes, so young!"
Listening to these astonishment and praises, Charlie raised his chin high, almost feeling ecstatic.
Mark couldn't help but look up at this kid, and Di Xiang also showed a hint of admiration.
Shi Zhijian looked at the pretentious Charlie and wondered what would happen if he wore the Earl's badge of the British Empire.
Of course Shi Zhijian didn't do this, he was not as naive as Charlie.
Little did Charlie know what Shi Zhijian was thinking, and he was still proud of his achievements.
"Besides, you don't know, Uncle Mark! The jockeys in this club are all masters among masters, and some have even won the Olympic dressage... Of course, as the most promising one, I am also in the process of becoming a master. Work very hard to catch up with them! Today is an important game for me, Uncle Mark, you guys have to applaud me and cheer me on!"
Mark heard this, nodded, and said very implicitly: "Of course, the purpose of Di Xiang and I coming here today is to cheer for you!"
…
At the entrance of Caesars Jockey Club.
Two black security guards were checking everyone entering the club very strictly.
"Sorry, please show me your ID!" Two black men stopped Shi Zhijian and the other three.
At this time Charlie stood up, didn't say anything, just puffed out his chest.
When the guard saw the membership badge worn on Charlie's lapel, he immediately stood in awe and said to Charlie: "Sorry, I didn't know you were a member here!"
On normal days, Master Charlie would have scolded you early according to his fiery temper: "You're blind!"
But today he had to be humble and polite in front of Mark and his daughter: "It doesn't matter, it's not too late to know now - it's like this, I know Sir Brown, the owner of Caesars Club, and now I want to bring three friends in to have a look. Is it possible?" ?”
"Uh, um..." The two black security guards looked at each other, looking a little embarrassed.
Seeing the other party's expression, Charlie was slightly unhappy, "Well, you can call Sir Brown to consult. I will still be the jockey for this race today. If my friend can't enter, then I won't enter. As for Of course I can't participate in today's game - as for the consequences, you two will be responsible for it!"
It turns out that Sir Brown is not only the owner of this club, but also one of the bosses behind the horse racing competition.
Brown prepared a fine horse for Charlie to ride in the race, and he made a heavy bet to win.
Now Charlie said this, which directly frightened the two black bodyguards. If Charlie couldn't participate in the game, they couldn't afford to be blamed by Sir Brown.
Immediately, the two black security guards got scared and hurriedly stepped out of the way: "Since you said this, sir, we don't dare to say anything more - you three, please come in!"
Charlie smiled proudly, turned back to Mark and said, "Let's go in!"
After saying that, he took the lead and swaggered into the Jockey Club.
Shi Zhijian, Mark, and Di Xiang followed behind and walked in together.
Those who didn't have the ability to go in could see clearly from the sidelines, and they all had envious expressions on their faces.
Not long after Shi Zhijian and the others entered, they saw a long-haired girl wearing a black skirt and stockings swaying over and said to Charlie: "Charlie, you are finally here! Sir Brown asked you to go to the training ground quickly. The horse racing competition is already here." It’s about to start!”
When Charlie saw the girl, he immediately smiled: "Don't worry, Vivian, I invited friends to watch the game today. Please help me entertain them. Now I'm going to change my clothes!"
When the long-haired girl named "Vivian" saw what Charlie said, she smiled and greeted Shi Zhijian and the others, and took the initiative to introduce herself. It turned out that she was the person in charge of this club and the professional manager hired by Sir Brown. I have been working in this industry for a long time, I am eloquent, especially beautiful, and I am the type of social butterfly who is very good at doing things.
"Our club was founded by Sir Brown. Sir Brown is a famous man in France. His family was once one of the best in France. His ancestors followed Napoleon to conquer Europe and conquered Britain, Prussia, Austria, and the Holy Rome. It can be said that he has made outstanding achievements in the empire and other places. Of course, he was also implicated later because of the resignation of the emperor, so that the family gradually declined, but with the efforts of Sir Brown, he is now relying on his personal ability to restore the glory of the family!"
"Take the Caesar Club as an example. It is a top club built by Sir Brown. Basically, all the famous rich and powerful people in France who like horse racing are members of this club. In terms of official positions, the most important thing is to be local. District councilor, or mayor, etc. In terms of wealth, the net worth must be at least tens of millions. Of course, these are not the most important. The most important thing is that you must be recommended by someone, which means that you Your connections determine whether you can become a member here!”
Shi Zhijian himself didn't feel anything about it, but Mark and Di Xiang couldn't help but were speechless.
Especially President Mark, as a boss of the First Bank of France, he really didn’t know what the rules of this ghost club were. Besides, why didn’t they invite me? Am I not qualified? President Mark had some self-doubt.
This is not actually the case.
First of all, although President Mark likes horse racing, he rarely appears on such occasions because he is too busy with official duties.
Secondly, he was invited to this club when it was first established, but Mark was too high-minded and didn't take it seriously at that time. Who knew it would develop so rapidly in the past few years.
Finally, Governor Mark has a special status. As the "God of Wealth" among public officials, any behavior will be noticed by the media. Rather than joining such a club in a high-profile manner, it is better to be a low-key person.
"Today's race is called the 'Rose' Cup Horse Racing Race. It was initiated by Sir Brown, which means 'If you have a tiger in your heart, smell the roses!"
Di Xiang raised his hand and said, "I know this poem. It is a classic poem from the masterpiece "To Me, Past, Present and Future" by the British poet Sigreve Sassoon."
Vivian couldn't help but show her praise, "It seems that Miss Dixiang reads a lot and is also very artistic."
Mark was very happy. Someone praised his daughter for reading a lot. As a father, he felt very relieved. After all, we are an educated family.
"Yes, what our Sir Brown means is that although horse racing is thrilling, it is also an art! He wants to carry forward this art! Especially today is the first game of the Rose Cup. As the founder, this The game can only be won but not defeated!"
After finishing speaking, Vivian looked at Charlie who had already changed into a military uniform at the horse training ground, "And Master Charlie is our hope for this competition!"
