On 19 November, the new Governor MacLehose arrived on a Cathay Pacific flight, marking the beginning of a new chapter in Hong Kong. Mr Lam was also invited to attend the inauguration ceremony of the Governor of MacLehose and a dinner.

In later generations, why did both Hong Kong citizens and mainland officials speak highly of this MacLehose?

It's because MacLehose did a lot of things that the Governor didn't do, such as:

First, during the 10-year housing plan, during MacLehose's tenure, more than 18 new public housing units were added in Hong Kong; On the other hand, Dong's 85000 plan was aborted in later generations; MacLehose's level of governance is very high.

Second, Hong Kong's urban construction, during this period, a large number of new towns, urban sub-centers were born, and the construction of subways completely changed many problems in Hong Kong.

Thirdly, the establishment of the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) has transformed Hong Kong from one of the most corrupt places in the world to one of the cleanest places in the world.

(Some people say that it is a department dedicated to Chinese, but it is completely P, the four major detectives have run out, and the more important thing is that the British nationality was investigated at the beginning - Chief Superintendent Godber, Superintendent Han De, etc., all of whom were imprisoned; What's more, the subject of corruption is the Chinese JC, and the most investigated is of course the Chinese)

"Sir Lin, we've seen each other for the second time so soon!" At the banquet, when MacLehose was communicating with everyone, he quickly walked to the table of Lin Zhichao and others.

"Your Excellency the Governor of Hong Kong, we are all looking forward to your new appointment as a new official and bring a new atmosphere to our Hong Kong!" Lin Zhichao picked up his wine glass and said.

At the same table were all business tycoons, including banker representative Ho Sin Hang, textile tycoon On Tsz-kai (chairman of the Federation of Industries and unofficial member of the Legislative Council), and garment and textile tycoon Tong Chung-yuen (Justice of the Peace, member of the Executive Council).

But it's normal to think about it, and the Hong Kong business community knows that Lin Zhichao has deep government relationships overseas, so it's not surprising that he knows MacLehose.

MacLehose said humorously: "Your table should employ tens of thousands of workers, right?" ”

Lin Zhichao looked back at his tablemates, and then said with a smile: "I'm afraid it's close to 100,000!" ”

MacLehose said in surprise: "What a surprise! ”

Subsequently, he greeted the Chinese business tycoons one by one.

At this time, Hong Kong's real estate businessmen could not go to the 'big stage', but these industrialists were more valued by the Hong Kong government. Real estate developers have influenced Hong Kong's economy since the 80s.

After the dinner, Lin Zhichao and his father-in-law Tang Zhongyuan drove in the same car towards the residence in Deep Water Bay.

"Zhichao, did you know Governor MacLehose before?" Tang Zhongyuan asked curiously.

At the dinner today, MacLehose and Lin Zhichao showed a familiar relationship, which made many people notice. Although it stands to reason that Lin Zhichao is a 'Chinese leader' in Hong Kong and a 'knight canonized by the royal family', it is normal for MacLehao to value Lin Zhichao, but the relationship between the two seems to be familiar, which is a little surprising.

Lin Zhichao nodded and said, "Once we met by chance on the train, we chatted for a while. Judging from his words and deeds, he is different from other Hong Kong governors, that is, he has not served in the Colonial Department, so I am very optimistic that he will bring better management of Hong Kong. ”

Tang Zhongyuan said: "Makes sense! ”

Lin Zhichao continued: "Father-in-law, I'll take you to a place on the weekend!" ”

Tang Zhongyuan said curiously: "What place?" ”

Lin Zhichao said with a smile: "An undeveloped treasure land, you will know it when the time comes!" ”

Seeing this, Tang Zhongyuan could only suppress his curiosity and said, "Okay"

Weekend.

Lin Zhichao took his family, Tang Zhongyuan took his family, and the two families took a small yacht to the sea, and found a '212 feet (65 meters) long 'Rising Sun' superyacht.

After boarding the 'Rising Sun', everyone couldn't help but be amazed.

"Brother-in-law, your achievements in the field of shipping have long surpassed Onassis; But I've heard that Onassis owned the superyacht 'Christina' in the early 50s! The eldest brother-in-law Tang Xianqian said as a matter of course.

The wedding of the second sister and brother-in-law was held on the deck of the 'Victory Ship', which was in the early fifties, and it is still fresh in his memory, and it caused a great sensation at that time - Chinese people can also own 10,000-ton ships.

Lin Zhichao said with a smile: "In the fifties and sixties, although I had a successful career, I didn't dare to relax in the slightest. In addition, the people of Hong Kong were poor at that time, and if I owned such a superyacht, it was easy for me to be abused behind my back. ”

He was telling the truth, and in terms of strength he could enjoy it in the early sixties. Nowadays, Hong Kong's per capita GDP has reached more than 8,000s, and the citizens are also worry-free, and their mood has begun to change.

Everyone admired Lin Zhichao for being calm and low-key.

Afterwards, the two families sat down on the wide deck, the 'Rising Sun' superyacht is different from the superyachts of later generations, there is not much floor space, but the wide deck is a very good feature, even large enough to hold a banquet.

There are more family members in the two families, and it is not crowded at all.

A large table with everyone sitting around.

Tang Zhongyuan was very concerned about his grandson Lin Ruihuan's work, and asked enthusiastically, and Lin Ruihuan also respectfully answered his grandfather's questions.

When they arrived on Lantau Island, Lin invited everyone to the edge of the deck and leaned against the railing.

"Father-in-law, what do you think of this bay on Lantau Island?"

Tang Zhongyuan didn't know why, and said: "This is a desert island, although the scenery is beautiful, but there is no prospect of developing a tourist area!" ”

Lin Zhichao shook his head and said, "Father-in-law's words are not long-term enough, but this is a very good feng shui treasure. You have been flying abroad for many years, and you have seen airports in the world, but there is a reason why Kai Tak Airport is small? ”

Tang Zhongyuan was stunned for a moment and said, "Are you saying that Kai Tak Airport can be considered moving here in the future?" ”

Lin Zhichao said: "It's not here, but on the other side, I think it's very suitable to reclaim the sea to build an airport." ”

In fact, in the early 80s of the previous life, someone mentioned the construction of an airport on Lantau Island, and it seems that Hu Yingxiang and Lee Jiacheng of Hopewell jointly proposed an airport plan worth tens of billions.

Tang Zhongyuan said: "It is true that Hong Kong's airport is too small, and if the airport is reclaimed here to build an airport, it will be beneficial in the long run. Hey, Zhichao, are you saying that this bay has the prospect of development? ”

The son-in-law will not take him to see this bay for no reason, and what prospects will it be.

Lin Zhichao also did not hide it: "Father-in-law, this bay is privately named 'Discovery Bay' by me, and the area of Lantau Island itself is larger than that of Hong Kong Island. Discovery Bay is a beautiful and unusually large area, and it would be very rewarding to spend decades developing a large resort-like community with a low density of residences. ”

Tang Zhongyuan suddenly became in a hot mood, and looked at Discovery Bay on the yacht, for fear of missing an inch of land.

After a long time, he said: "There is no water, no electricity, no roads, everything has to be started, just like a baby, and it is indeed very difficult to take care of him slowly when he grows up." Zhichao, if you want the two of us to cooperate, I am willing! ”

If it is a cooperation, he does not have to participate in two words, the first is out of trust in his son-in-law, and the second is that the project has the potential to be successful.

Lin Zhichao shook his head and said, "If the two cooperate, after decades of success of this project, will it be your Tang family, or our Lin family?" My idea is that if my father-in-law is interested in developing this project, he can carefully research and make a decision. ”

Tang Zhongyuan looked at Discovery Bay again and said, "If this project is developed for decades and divided into many phases, it will be a great achievement and a symbol of the family after success." "My eyes are already full of desire.

Lin Zhichao said with a smile: "It's not, it's like my naval dockyard, developing step by step!" Of course, if the father-in-law is interested, he can contact the Hong Kong government next year; In the later stage, we Cheung Kong Group can participate in 'certain phases of real estate projects', the overall planning is still up to you, I can give you advice, hotels, shopping malls, marinas, golf courses here is a low-density large community that can accommodate 20,000 or 30,000 people. ”

Why didn't he develop it himself?

In fact, this project is too long, and he might as well make some money with a few of them.

Tang Zhongyuan nodded seriously and said, "I'll take a serious look at it later!" ”

Lin Zhichao nodded and said, "If my father-in-law doesn't do it, I'll do it!" ”

The implication is that this project will definitely make money in the long run.

Tang Zhongyuan said with a smile: "Then I will definitely do it, you are a big gift for me today!" ”

Lin Zhichao said: "It's all a family, and my father-in-law is polite!" ”

The juniors on both sides couldn't help but marvel at the huge size of this project, the long development cycle, and the huge amount of funds.

Tang Zhongyuan looked at Discovery Bay and sighed: "I am 65 years old this year, I don't know if I can complete the construction of this project in my lifetime!" ”

Lin Zhichao said with a smile: "I naturally hope that my father-in-law will live to be over 100 years old, but this project will indeed inherit my father's business, a big project of two generations and three generations." The basic planning can be planned until the end of the 70s, the first phase is afraid that it will be the early 80s, and each phase can span several years, I am afraid that without 40 years of effort, it will not be able to do this well. ”

Tang Zhongyuan turned his head sideways and said to Tang Xianqian and Tang Youqian: "Did you hear what your brother-in-law said, do you think this project can be done?" ”

Tang Xianqian said: "I support my father's idea! ”

Tang Youqian hurriedly said: "I am willing to assist my father to do this thing!" ”

The eldest son means that although he is in charge of the group's textile and garment business, he is willing to support this real estate project; The younger son means that he is in charge of the real estate business and is willing to assist his father in this big thing.

Tang Zhongyuan said with satisfaction: "Then don't forget, this project was sent to our family by your brother-in-law!" In the future, I will give priority to working with my brother-in-law! ”

"Thank you, brother-in-law"

Lin Zhichao waved his hand and said with a smile: "Say what you don't want to send, it's not like this, don't talk about it, don't talk about it, let's go sit down!" ”

He just needs to make money for a few phases of development projects, after all, the Tang family wants to plan for a long time and engage in infrastructure, and this upfront investment is still quite large.

A new week.

In the office of Cheung Kong Industrial, Lin Zhichao was discussing securities investment with Zhou Fuzhao and Chen Zhiyuan. Although securities investment is now an investment in 'Victoria Harbour Real Estate', after all, Cheung Kong Asset Group is not listed, and it is okay for Zhou Fuzhao to participate.

"Boss, the Hang Seng Index has fallen below 300 points, do you want to enter the factory?" Chen Zhiyuan said admiringly.

This boss is really a master of the stock market, and this round of 'big fall' actually succeeded in 'selling high and buying low'. In late October, the Hang Seng Index fell from a peak of 410 points to 298 points today, a plunge of nearly 30%.

Lin Zhichao said: "The two cooperative securities firms, have you communicated well? ”

Chen Zhiyuan nodded and said: "The precautions for cooperation, they have already understood, and there will be no mistakes, and I will personally supervise them." ”

The most important basis for cooperation is confidentiality and security of funds.

At present, the Hong Kong stock market is not delivered on the spot, generally you buy the stock, and it will be delivered to you three days later; Many people take advantage of this loophole to conduct leveraged trading and illegal short selling.

Because of this, during the stock market crash in 1973, many people lost their underwear.

"Well, buy all the funds for ten trading days. The stock is still the original stock, there is nothing to pick and choose! ”

"No problem, I'll arrange it right away!"

After Chen Zhiyuan left, Lin Zhichao said to Zhou Fuzhao: "The stock market is a good thing, it can quickly help companies develop and grow, and after we go public next year, the funds raised will be used to acquire land; If the stock market is strong, and with the influence of Cheung Kong Asset Group, it will be no less popular than that of British foreign banks, and then we can issue new shares to buy land or shares of other listed companies. Through this model, the snowball is getting bigger and bigger, and the scale of Cheung Kong Asset Group is getting bigger and bigger. ”

Zhou Fuzhao said happily: "The boss is right in his analysis!" Hong Kong people are very blind to British capital and pursue their stock investment, but that is because our Cheung Kong Asset Group is not listed, and everyone will definitely pursue our stock at that time. In this way, we can raise more money and grow faster. ”

Lin Zhichao nodded and said, "The problem now is to slowly turn the land in my hands into Changjiang Industrial Group." In short, your finance department should attach importance to the work of the stock market and make full use of it. ”

"Okay, I see!"

The reserve land in the hands of the boss needs to be realized; Cheung Kong Asset Group also needs to increase its land reserves.

That's the thing about working together!

Of course, the issuance of new shares will also reduce Lin Zhichao's shareholding, but when Lin Zhichao was listed, the equity in his hand was 75%, which did not need to be so high at all. Through large-scale fundraising, diluting his shares, and at the same time, Cheung Kong Asset Group bought his land, which was also a way to cash out.

As for the increase in shares, it is entirely possible to keep it until the end of 1974.

Evening.

After getting off work, Lin Zhichao drove to Aberdeen, and when he arrived at the pier, there were already people waiting for him.

Sir Lam

"Liewen, you've been waiting for a long time, haven't you?"

"No, after chatting with Xiao Linsheng for a while, you are here!"

"Alright, let's get on board together!"

"Please"

Tonight, Lin Zhichao was the east, and Liao Liewen was invited to a banquet, and Lin Zhihao was accompanied, and the location was Taibai Seafood Square.

The group took a modern parking boat and boarded the Taibai Seafood Restaurant, which is already in its early teens.

Last month, more than 30 people were burned to death here, but by this time it was so lively that the tragic scene had long been forgotten.

"Sir Lin, President Liao, Xiao Lin Sheng!" Wang Laoji was already waiting.

Lin Zhichao took the lead and said: "Let's go to the private room to talk!" ”

"Sir Lin please"

After a while, everyone came to a private room, a small private room separated by wood.

After all, this ship is only 50 meters long, and then there are three floors, which belongs to the Chinese-style painting boat.

This gathering is naturally to talk about the acquisition of Taibai Seafood Fang Enterprise, and Lin Zhichao called Liao Liewen, in addition to preparing Liao Chuangxing Bank to provide loans, there is also Liao Liewen is the president of the Chaoshan Chamber of Commerce, and Wang Laoji is the old man of the Chaoshan Chamber of Commerce, which can be regarded as an intermediary.

"Wang Sheng, for the events of last month, our brothers are also very surprised, and I regret you. After all, it's almost open, and this kind of thing happens. Lin Zhichao said calmly.

'Hey' Wang Laoji sighed, and then said: "Time is also fate!" It's just a shame on the trust of so many families and shareholders. ”

Lin Zhichao nodded and said, "The matter has passed, everything must be forward!" ”

Wang Laoji nodded and said, "Sir Lin is right! ”

After serving, everyone talked about things casually, and did not immediately enter the topic.

Wang Laoji said: "Also in the catering industry, Kobayashi's Café de la Cera's fast food is really an amazing development. It seems that close to Zhu Zhechi, Xiaolin has an older brother like Sir Lin, and he can also learn three points of skills, and he is proud of the business world! ”

Lin Zhihao hurriedly said: "Wang Sheng, you have won the award, I haven't even learned the skills of Yicheng, I don't dare to be it!" ”

After that, everyone talked about catering.

Liao Liewen couldn't tell Lin Zhichao's purpose for asking him today, but as long as Lin Zhichao made an appointment, he would definitely go to the soup. Lin Zhichao is Liao's benefactor and his father's friend, and the two families have a good relationship.

He had always called Lin Zhichao 'Uncle Lin', but Lin Zhichao later felt that it was not quite like words, although he was two years older than Liao Liewen, he looked younger than Liao Liewen. It is corrected, it is generally called 'Lin Sheng', and on some occasions it is called 'Sir Lin'.

Lin Zhichao took the initiative to talk about business: "Liewen, I invited you here this time to introduce my cousin to you, of course, he also has something to discuss with the two of you." ”

Liao Liewen nodded and said, "Xiao Linsheng, please speak!" ”

Lin Zhihao hurriedly sorted out his thoughts and said, "That's it! We currently have 12 stores, but I want to list it, so I ask my cousin to invite two of you today, the first is to get the support of Liao Chong Hing Bank, and the second is to ask Wang Sheng, whether this Taibai Seafood Fang is willing to transfer, and our Café de Coral Catering will continue to invest in 'Jumbo Seafood Fang'. ”

I see!

Liao Liewen said: "Can 12 fast food restaurants and a painting boat be listed? ”

Lin Zhihao was prepared and said: "There are also Fulin Hotel, and some properties, generally speaking, 20 million assets are enough to be listed, and our assets are still more than a lot. Welcome Liao Sheng to visit our company! ”

Lin Zhichao said with a smile: "Liewen, I can guarantee this loan!" ”

Liao Liewen immediately said: "Since Sir Lin has guaranteed, of course I can rest assured that Liao Chong Hing Bank is willing to cooperate to prepare for the listing of Café de Coral Catering and provide loans!" ”

With Lin Zhichao's guarantee, and even a verbal promise, he is already very relieved.

Here, Wang Laoji is also thinking!

After a long time, he said: "Anyway, I don't have the strength to build a heart treasure fang ship, so it doesn't hurt to transfer it to Xiao Linsheng." ”

Lin Zhihao immediately said: "Xie Wang Shengsheng! ”

Afterwards, instead of talking about the details, everyone started chatting.

Lin Zhihao couldn't help but sigh in his heart, with his cousin as a backer, these interpersonal relationships were quickly opened. Especially in the relationship with the bank, almost the first time to open the hose, Café de Corals fast food loan is very easy.

Even if Wang Laoji is here, it can be seen that it is to give Lin Zhichao face, otherwise Lin Zhihao, a junior, wants to accept the next, I am afraid that it will be difficult, or easy to be slaughtered.

(End of chapter)