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Chapter 377: Hang Seng Index Options Contract
Chapter 377: Hang Seng Index Options Contract
Lu Jiaxin returned home on Friday to find Gu Haifan waiting for her in the living room. After Gu Xiuxiu left for the mainland, he moved in to live with Lu Jiaxin. As for the Gu residence, only two people were left to take care of the house and do the cleaning.
Gu Haifan asked Lu Jiaxin, "Cousin, I called Auntie today, but she didn't recognize me again. Cousin, I miss her."
Upon hearing this, Lu Jiaxin said, "Then you can fly over to see her tomorrow and come back on Monday. I'll ask your teacher for leave on Monday morning."
Gu Haifan hesitated but still shook his head. He didn't want to neglect his studies. "Cousin, I'll go see Auntie during the vacation."
Lu Jiaxin smiled and said, "You're keeping up with your studies now, so you can stay with Auntie during the summer vacation. If you want to learn more, you can hire a private tutor. There are also many excellent teachers in Sim City."
"Won't that cost a lot of money?"
Since Gu Haifan moved in, Lu Jiaxin felt that he was very cautious in everything he did. She wanted to find an opportunity to talk to him about it, but she had been busy lately, and being too deliberate might also add to his burden. Perhaps due to his childhood experiences, this child thought too much.
Lu Jiaxin shook her head and said, "You don't have to worry about that. These expenses will come from the education fund that your Aunt Mei set up for you."
Gu Haifan fell silent for a moment before saying, "Aunt Mei said you give Auntie fifteen thousand yuan for living expenses each month. Cousin, I'm sorry for making things difficult for you."
Looking at Gu Haifan, who was now tall enough that his head reached her chin, Lu Jiaxin smiled and said, "You asked me before if Auntie gave me anything, and I told you she didn't."
Gu Haifan nodded. After the Gu family's financial situation became less comfortable, he had regretted more than once that if he hadn't been tricked into revealing that information, Auntie wouldn't have had to give up even imported fruits.
Lu Jiaxin said, "Aunt Mei didn't give me anything, but she entrusted me with her personal savings of thirty million yuan. So it's not me supporting you, it's Aunt Mei supporting you."
Gu Haifan was stunned.
Lu Jiaxin felt that he had been through so much and had matured, so she didn't beat around the bush. "I didn't tell you about it back then because you were still young and inexperienced. The Hes are greedy and shameless, and they have no bottom line in their actions. It's better that you didn't know."
Thinking of how easily he had been tricked by them, Gu Haifan felt guilty again. "If only I hadn't told them back then."
Lu Jiaxin shook her head. "The Hes are cunning and full of tricks. You were too young and honest back then, and you couldn't match them. Besides, they more or less knew what Aunt Mei had in her possession. Even if you hadn't said anything, they would have found out sooner or later."
Hearing this, Gu Haifan felt much better. "Thank you, Cousin."
Lu Jiaxin continued, "You don't have to worry about Aunt Mei's living expenses and medical fees. I'll invest the thirty million yuan, and the money will generate more money. She won't be able to spend it all even if she lives to a hundred. What you need to do is to study hard and make something of yourself. That way, you won't let Aunt Mei's nurturing efforts go to waste. Spend more time with her in the future when you have the time."
All she could do was ensure that Gu Xiuxiu's later years were worry-free. As for the rest, she would let it go. So, the wish Gu Xiuxiu had expressed—to be surrounded by her grandchildren—would have to be fulfilled by Gu Haifan.
Gu Haifan nodded firmly.
Lu Jiaxin asked, "What do you want to do in the future?"
Without hesitation, Gu Haifan said that he wanted to be a doctor. His tone was somewhat somber as he added, "My parents died of illnesses, and now Auntie is in the same situation."
Lu Jiaxin fell silent. She didn't know the specifics of Gu Haifan's parents' illnesses, but she was aware that healthcare resources were scarce in the mainland, and most people couldn't afford medical treatment. By the time they went to the hospital, it was often too late. It was a harsh reality, and she chose not to bring it up.
The boy was smart, and if he aspired to become a doctor, he could indeed help countless people. Lu Jiaxin said, "If you want to be a doctor, aim to get into Harvard Medical School. It's one of the top medical schools in the world. With excellent mentors, you'll learn the most advanced medical skills and be able to save countless lives in the future."
Gu Haifan had already inquired about it and was determined to get into Harvard Medical School.
The next day, Lu Jiaxin and Nie Zhan set out to play tennis, having arranged the venue in advance.
On their way, Nie Zhan brought up a topic with Lu Jiaxin: "The Hang Seng Index options contracts will be listed on Monday. Are you interested?"
Lu Jiaxin was definitely interested. She replied, "That's perfect timing. I haven't used the money you transferred yet. Let's use half of it to buy options contracts."
Among the significant events of the 1980s, she only recalled the Plaza Accord and Black Monday. However, she had studied finance for a year, and with Hong Kong's economy set to boom over the next two decades, she knew the Hang Seng Index would soar. Understanding this trend, she could make a profit without resorting to high leverage.
Nie Zhan asked, "Do you want me to help you with the purchase?"
Lu Jiaxin shook her head. "No need. I can just ask Sun Wushuang or Wu Ziyue for assistance."
She planned to hire a financial advisor soon so that she'd have someone to consult on financial matters. While Nie Zhan was an expert in this field, he was often busy, and their dates shouldn't revolve solely around stocks and global affairs. If they did, they'd start to feel more like business partners than a couple.
"Let me know if there's anything you need."
"Rest assured, I won't hold back when it comes to you," Lu Jiaxin said with a smile.
Hiring a financial advisor was just the first step. Next, she intended to assemble her own investment team.
When the two arrived at the tennis court and took a break after playing for half an hour, Assistant Wang Shi approached them. "Boss, the chairman just called and asked you to go to Australia as soon as possible."
He was frustrated because something always seemed to come up whenever the chairman and Lu Jiaxin had plans.
Lu Jiaxin took a sip of water without saying anything. Nie Zhan had promised to introduce her to his friends at a party at his villa the next day, and now it seemed that plan was ruined again. It seemed like the Nie family always had something going on.
Nie Zhan stood up to call his grandfather and returned with a grim expression. "Jiaxin, I'm sorry, but I have to go to Australia today, so we'll have to cancel tomorrow's gathering."
"What happened?" Lu Jiaxin asked.
After a moment of silence, Nie Zhan replied, "My grandfather said my mother was sent to the hospital with injuries all over her body. He's worried, so he wants me to go there."
Nie Zhan had considered refusing if it was related to the Nie Corporation but hadn't expected something to happen in Australia.
Lu Jiaxin frowned. "Was it an accident or something else?"
"My grandfather didn't say, but he wants me to go there as soon as possible," Nie Zhan answered, unsure himself.
Regardless of the reason, he had to go as a son. Lu Jiaxin said, "Then you should go right away. Dan Jie will keep me company, so don't worry about me."
Upon hearing Lu Jiaxin's words, Wang Yadan quickly assured her, "Boss, don't worry. I'll make sure to escort Miss Lu home safely."
(End of Chapter)
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