How can I justify myself as a Magnate if I don't indulge myself?

But now it was different...

Whether investing in a racetrack or buying a private jet, these were extravagant expenses...

It was impossible not to attract attention...

Previously, when Gu Heng's assets were only in the tens of millions, he could claim they came from the foreign exchange market; but now, if Gu Heng claimed his money came from the foreign exchange market, he would be exposed in a second...

Although Fu Songyang and the others weren't in the financial sector, they ran significant businesses; naturally, they would have come into contact with such matters. That kind of excuse could fool his naive cousin and his clueless parents, but it definitely wouldn't fool them.

Realizing this, Gu Heng hesitated and said, "I indeed have quite a bit of money, but as for where it came from, I don't know how to explain it to you. You might consider it an inheritance."

Lu Yuan: "???"

"Inheritance? What kind of rich inheritance allows you to splurge like this?"

Fu Songyang couldn't help but interject, continuing to ask, "Can you disclose how much this inheritance of yours is worth?"

Gu Heng pondered for a moment, then got stuck again...

He didn't know if there was a limit to the system's rewards...

Seeing Gu Heng's expression, Fu Songyang switched tactics and said, "Last year, this guy Lu Yuan was ranked just over 1100 on the Hurun Rich List, with total assets of about 6 billion.

Just tell us if your inherited wealth is more than his fortune."

Gu Heng nodded.

Even if the system rewards had an upper limit, it would definitely exceed 6 billion.

After all, the system had almost given him five or six billion already.

The three exchanged glances, and once again, the cabin fell into a deathly silence...

They didn't question the truth in Gu Heng's words...

After all, no one would dare to spend money like Gu Heng unless they possessed a vast, readily available fortune. As for an illegal source? That was even less likely. Under the financial controls of Hua Country, except for a few meticulous money laundering schemes, most funds were regulated. If the money were from an illegal source and he dared to spend it so freely, the relevant authorities would have taken Gu Heng in for questioning long ago...

Lottery?

Not to mention the credibility of the lottery, but just the jackpot being a few billion, it definitely could not support Gu Heng's spending...

Lu Yuan had always been speculating about Gu Heng's situation, as it was rare to see young people with a lot of money but little worldly experience like Gu Heng...

Now, hearing Gu Heng's words, everything suddenly made sense...

It was just like a real-life version of narrative films about massive sudden wealth...

However, regarding Gu Heng's fortune, they were only surprised for a moment before their moods stabilized...

After all, they were all second-generation rich...

There are people in their thirties with assets worth billions in the country, but about 90 percent, or even more, are second-generation wealthy...

So, essentially, they were no different from Gu Heng—nothing to be envious of...

"However, Gu Heng, is the inheritance you received in cash or did it include fixed assets?"

"All in cash."

Lu Yuan guessed as much, hesitated for a while, then slowly began to speak, "To share an intimate suggestion, I advise you to set up an investment company or something similar, to at least have a continuous cash flow.

Otherwise, spending like this will drain even a mountain of gold eventually. You wouldn't need to manage it either; just hire a team of professional managers to work for you. Even if it doesn't earn big money, at least it will sustain your current lifestyle after your inheritance is spent.

If you keep spending like you do now..."

Lu Yuan didn't finish his sentence, but Gu Heng understood his intention and nodded in agreement, accepting his kindly advice.

As the flight attendant notified them that the plane was about to take off, everyone settled back into their seats, fastened their seat belts under the tender service of the stewardess...

The four of them each occupied a corner. The stewardess thoughtfully filled their wine glasses in front of each person, then left their field of vision, moving to the front cabin.

Watching the stewardess walk away, Gu Heng couldn't help but glance at Fu Songyang, "Brother Yang, were these flight crew arranged by the airline for you? Why not set up a private crew?"

Fu Songyang's response was concise: "No money."

"Very expensive?"

"Very expensive! Let me break it down for you—I fly five or six times a month, using the airline's crew costs about 20 to 30 thousand each time, which comes to just over a million a year. Find exclusive stories on My Virtual Library Empire

But if I were to maintain my own crew, just the annual salaries of a captain and a co-pilot would come to 3 million. You tell me if that's worth it? I try to save where I can on the plane; just burning through an apartment's worth in Beijing each year is painful enough."

Seeing Gu Heng silent, Fu Songyang laughed, "Have I talked you out of wanting to buy a plane? If you ever want to use a plane later, just contact me directly; you bear the costs, I'll lend you the plane, and I won't even charge you rent."

Gu Heng slowly shook his head, "I'd still like to buy one, but don't laugh—I don't even have the channels to make a purchase."

"Though I don't recommend it, if you really want one, I could help you out."

Gu Heng's eyes immediately lit up, "Really? Are you serious?"

"Why would I lie to you? Knowing you, buying a car is already too slow; ordering a customized plane would be unlikely, given that it takes even more time. In some time, there's an air show in Geneva, and companies like Boeing, Airbus, and Lockheed will be there. If you're interested, I've got some exhibition slots, and I could accompany you to look around, maybe you'll find a good deal."