The Charismatic Charlie Wade

Chapter 6925

Bertnard and the president were old acquaintances.

After all, even if Arno fell from his position as the world’s richest man,

He was still the richest man in France and Europe.

Therefore, his influence in this small part of Europe was no less than anyone else’s.

In the past, he would not have been interested in a meeting with the president,

But today was a day of honor and glory for his family,

So he was extremely excited.

He shook hands with the president and said humbly,

“Your Excellency, I am grateful for your compliment.”

“I simply did what I was supposed to do.”

The president shook his head and said with deep emotion,

“Today, all of France is proud of you.”

“Later, on behalf of the whole nation, I will present you with the Grand Cross of the Legion of Honor.”

The Grand Cross of the Legion of Honor is France’s highest honor.

Generally speaking, in peacetime, it is only awarded to those who have won the highest honors for their country,

Such as world champions in major sporting events.

For a businessman like Bertnard, being awarded such a high-ranking honor is extremely rare.

He had never received one in all his years.

In reality, a single medal is worthless to the French government,

But they strictly limit its number to ensure its value.

If it becomes too common, its value will be greatly diminished,

And its appeal will also be greatly reduced for those who haven’t received it.

Bertnard was delighted.

Upon his return, he was met at the airport by the Prime Minister and the President,

And he was also about to be awarded the highest honor.

The ceremony was a grand occasion.

After a brief exchange of pleasantries before the cameras,

The two began the formal awarding ceremony.

The ceremony followed a set routine, witnessed by many high-ranking French officials and guards, and broadcast live by the media.

Under the gaze of people and half the world,

The silver-haired Bertnard received the exquisite Grand Cross of the Legion of Honor.

When the President placed the medal on his chest,

The entire Élysée Palace erupted in applause.

This elderly man prided himself on being a shrewd businessman,

Unfazed by empty fame and fortune. But today,

He truly realized that it wasn’t that he disliked fame and fortune,

But he had never been able to reach such heights before.

His eyes were slightly red,

And it seemed that an impassioned patriotic sentiment was also rising in his chest.

Marven saw Bertnard’s excitement and joy through the live broadcast,

And he also saw the French people’s admiration for him from the barrage of comments flying all over the sky.

So, he suddenly had an idea and thought,

Why not give him some sweet things to taste?

Immediately, he took out his phone and sent a WeChat message to Tawana,

Who was also on the island.

A few minutes later.

Bertnard, who had just received the presidential medal, was standing straight and being photographed by the media with the president.

Suddenly, a staff member nearby walked up to the president and whispered something excitedly in his ear.

The president’s eyes lit up after hearing this,

And he lowered his voice and asked, “Is this true?”

“Yes!”

The other party replied, “I’ve verified it with Tawanna Sweet’s company.”

“And it’s indeed Ms. Sweet’s decision.”

“If we’re all okay with it, Ms. Sweet can make the official announcement on her personal social media platforms anytime!”

“Great! Absolutely fantastic!”

The president was overwhelmed with excitement,

Immediately announcing to the media present,

“Everyone, we just received news that the renowned singer Ms. Tawanna Sweet has decided to hold five solo concerts in France after her vacation to thank Mr. Bertnard Arno.”

“All proceeds will be donated to French charities!”

The reporters on the scene gasped in amazement.

Tawanna Sweet’s concerts have long been a golden key to boosting the local tourism economy.

It can be said that wherever she chooses to hold a concert,

The local tourism industry receives a significant boost.

Money isn’t the most important thing;

The global popularity of a country and a city is instantly boosted,

And the subsequent long-tail effect is the greater source of benefits.

What’s more, this time, Tawanna wasn’t performing for a commercial,

But for a charity concert.

All proceeds would go to charities in her country,

And the box office revenue from the five concerts would be at least 100 million euros!noveldrama

Besides all the financial benefits,

France would also be greatly bolstered by the fact that a star as big as Tawanna Sweet would take the initiative to perform,

For a benefit concert—something that had never happened even in America.

The reporters were astonished, their cameras trained on the elderly Bertnard Arno.

Everyone knew that Tawanna was holding five charity concerts to repay Bertnard Arno for saving her life.

Bertnard Arno was also bewildered.

His first thought was, “That doesn’t make sense.”

“It was Marven who saved Tawanna, not me.”