"Beautiful flowers, thank you, dear."
Today, February 14, Valentine's Day, Barron personally went to the SEM Group headquarters in Canary Wharf to pick up his girlfriend Bonnie.
After receiving Barron's call, Bonnie easily saw Barron's recognizable Rolls-Royce Phantom painted with the Devonshire family coat of arms downstairs at the headquarters.
This car is no longer the one Barron rode before. This Rolls-Royce Phantom is a car specially customized by Rolls-Royce for His Royal Highness the Duke.
Not only is there the Devonshire family shield painted on the side of the car, but the entire interior of the car also has the family's traditional gold color.
After getting into the car, Bonnie received a bouquet of roses from Barron. She gave her boyfriend a kiss, deeply smelled the fragrance of the flowers, her face full of sweetness.
"This is a gift for you, babe, happy Valentine's Day."
The dinner for two was a carefully prepared candlelight dinner in Barron's villa.
Before the meal, Barron gave Bonnie an exquisite jewelry box. When she opened it, she saw a necklace inlaid with diamonds.
"It's so beautiful, dear. I love it."
"I'll put it on for you."
After entering the room, Bonnie took off her woolen coat and wore a sky blue business suit. At this moment, she stood up with a smile on her face. Her long legs were wrapped in flesh-colored stockings, and her figure was almost perfect.
Barron stood behind her. His height was just right for her. He gathered her long hair and helped her put on the necklace.
Bonnie's heart was filled with sweetness. She leaned in her boyfriend's arms, turned her head, and their lips touched each other...
Today we prepared French food, paired with fine red wine from Chatsworth Estate and the family wine cellar, to kick off a wonderful evening.
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"Bonnie, your necklace is very beautiful. I have never seen you wear it before."
"This is what Barron just gave me..."
"Oh, a Valentine's Day present?"
Seeing her cousin, Viscountess Bute had a rather teasing expression on her face, Bonnie sat down beside her, looked at her ear, and said,
"Your earrings are also very beautiful, sister."
Upon hearing this, the Viscountess glanced at Barron and Viscount Bute who were talking on the other side, and said:
"I bought this when I was shopping two days ago..."
"Chris has good taste, I think she's beautiful too."
Viscount Bute's words came from the other side, and he gave the two sisters a smile.
However, Barron, who was beside him at this moment, was secretly somewhat relieved...
Well, luckily I didn't get lazy and bought the two sisters a brand of jewelry on Valentine's Day, otherwise it would have been a bit obvious…
"The renewal plan for King's Cross seems to be a little slow, Mr. Booth."
Barron spoke up and turned the topic to Argent Property Group's King's Cross renewal project.
"There is no other way. Progress is slower in winter, and the price of raw materials has been rising continuously since last year, which has caused our construction costs to far exceed the budget."
Viscount Bute did not notice anything and said to Barron,
"But don't worry, our 'King's Mansion' and King Cavendish Building will be completed before June of this year."
The King's Mansion is the original abandoned gas tank site, which will be developed into a high-end residential apartment and named "King's Mansion".
The Cavendish King Building, located between King's Cross Station and the west bank of the Regent River, will be the site of Cavendish Hotel Group's new four-star hotel in King's Cross.
In this way, the completion time of King Cavendish Building is later than that of Cavendish Building in Soho. That building has already topped out and is undergoing interior and exterior decoration. It will be ready for occupancy in less than two months.
"So the whole project needs additional funding?"
Hearing Barron's question, Viscount Bute nodded and said,
"It seems to be the case now. For some public projects, we have asked the city government to add engineering funds, but for our own projects, we need to solve them. We are currently negotiating these matters with the bank, hoping to get additional financing."
He said lightly:
"But it's not a big problem. After all, due to the rising cost of building materials, the selling price and rent of real estate are rising accordingly. Our profit outlook for the future is still very optimistic. If it doesn't work out, we can continue to seek investment in Argent Real Estate Group."
"Does that mean you will continue to exchange Argent Real Estate Group's shares for financing?"
"Our top priority is still to negotiate with Barclays Bank to increase loans, or seek loans from other banks. We will continue to release shares only when we have no other choice. After all, the prospects of Argent Real Estate Group are bright, and anyone can see that."
Ian Boot spread his hands and said,
"If you were not planning to acquire O2 recently, I would be very happy for you to add more funds."
It seems that everyone knows that Barron's is going to acquire O2.
"I can't help it, Mr. Booth. You know that acquiring O2 is already a huge challenge. I'm afraid I will have to operate with debt for a long time."
"It's worth it, isn't it? Once the acquisition is successful, I'm afraid you will become one of the giants in the domestic communications industry. Controlling such a company will have a completely different influence."
It seems that Viscount Bute is also very optimistic about the acquisition of O2. He said to Barron kindly,
"Our family also knows some friends who hold shares in O2. If you need help, I am also happy to help you negotiate, Your Highness."
"Thank you so much."
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"Dear, if you have anything else to do, I can go to the company by myself."
When Barron was about to say goodbye to the Butts, he received a call. Daisy had something to tell him, so Bonnie said considerately.
"It's okay. There's no rush. I'll go to the Lloyd's Building later and take you there first."
"Your Highness, are you going to the City?"
Hearing the Viscountess' sudden question, Barron nodded:
"Yes, Madam, my DS capital is over there."
"That's great. It's on the way. The beauty salon I often go to is not far from there. Can you take me there?"
"With great pleasure."
After the Rolls-Royce Phantom stopped downstairs of the SEM Group, Bonnie got out and left. At this time, the Viscountess, who was originally sitting in the passenger seat, got up and sat in the back seat.
"It's more comfortable to sit in the back seat of this car, Your Highness."
It was almost the end of February and the temperature in London was not too cold. The Viscountess wore a dress under her coat. She put her legs, which were wearing black cotton socks and long boots, together in front of her, and said to Barron while turning sideways.
Just looking at the charm in her eyes, how could Barron not understand what the Viscountess was thinking.
"How long does it take you to go to the beauty salon? Do you want me to stop by on my way back?"
As he said this, Barron's hand on the central armrest was not honest. He stretched it out and placed it on the Viscountess's leg.
"Actually, I'm a little curious about your company. Do you mind if I stop by for a visit, Your Highness?"
Seeing the Viscountess change her posture inconspicuously, Barron's hands can more conveniently check the quality of her cotton socks...
Barron said seriously:
"It's a pleasure, ma'am."