“The car I drive is a Tesla. This is the most common one. It is economical and environmentally friendly. When all the investment is added up, it is less than 60,000 US dollars in RMB.”
“And my monthly expenses, only a few thousand dollars are enough, and my current salary alone can cover all these expenses. As for the remaining money, it can only be stored in the bank account. It has completely lost its liquidity, no matter how much money I earn, I will donate all of it to charity in the future, so for me, I feel that I might as well just teach diligently here.”
Charlie asked in surprise, “Aren’t you going to leave a generous sum of money for your children?”
Pollard smiled and said, “I really don’t have any thoughts about this. My daughter is about the same age as you, and her living condition is about the same as mine. She can make money, but she won’t spend money at all, and she has no motivation to spend money.”
Charlie couldn’t help feeling a bit difficult when he heard this.
Pollard is obviously not interested in money and only wants to teach and educate people. In this case, what does he do to impress him and make him willing to do it with him?
After thinking about it, Charlie didn’t think of a good way.
However, a black and white sketch on the wall of Pollard’s office attracted his attention.
The simple strokes of the sketch only drew the shape of a tree. It didn’t seem to be peculiar. Even most people could hardly tell the species of this tree by its shape.
But Charlie still looked at the painting and said with interest: “Professor Watt, did you draw this sketch by yourself?”
Pollard asked curiously, “How do you know? I didn’t sign the money on it either.”
Charlie smiled and said, “Because I know this tree.”
“Oh?” Pollard hurriedly asked him, “Since you know this tree, can you tell me something about it?”
Charlie nodded and smiled: “Professor Watt, the tree you painted is actually a redwood tree in California, USA.”
Pollard was taken aback for a moment. At this time, Charlie continued: “In fact, this simple stroke of yours should have been taken from the Stanford University emblem. If I remember correctly, the pattern in the center of the Stanford University emblem is like this. A red cedar tree.”
Pollard asked in surprise: “Is Mr. Wade also a graduate from Stanford?”
FAQ Novel
Q: What is Pollard’s philosophy on money?
A: Pollard believes that once a certain financial level is reached, additional money loses its personal significance, as his living standards remain consistent regardless of higher earnings.
Q: Does Pollard plan to leave a large inheritance for his daughter?
A: No, Pollard indicates that he has no strong intention to leave a substantial sum for his daughter, as she shares a similar disinterest in spending money.
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