Lin Zhichao attended the International Oil Tanker Conference as scheduled, and the core members of Jardine Mason immediately held a secret meeting.

Before the meeting, Niu Bijian said: "Are you sure Lin Zhichao has left Hong Kong? ”

One of the directors smiled and said, "Mr. Lin is probably walking along the Champs-Élysées with beautiful women at the moment!"

"Haha"

The crowd laughed happily.

Only Niu Bijian's face tightened, he knew that Lin Zhichao was unfathomable and powerful. As a completely self-made man whose father died young, before he was 20 years old, he achieved a remarkable business miracle - strata staging, changing the model of the world's housing market. And now, it has built a huge commercial empire, and the owner is a huge 'invincible armada', and now that the invincible armada has come ashore, how can it be so easy to defeat.

In his heart, he felt that he was only dealing with the pressure of the Keswick family. If Wharf fails, the biggest responsibility is definitely not him, but the Keswick family, because it is the major shareholder who withdraws funds overseas, causing the emptiness in Hong Kong.

So everything he is doing now is to show his ability as much as possible, so that the Keswick family can't find a reason for him to step down.

Next, the meeting room begins.

Jardine Matheson executives thought they had set up a flawless takeover battle, and in the end everyone left the room excitedly to arrange their work.

The other side.

"Father, according to our informant at Sing Tao Daily, Hongkong Land will announce the acquisition in all major newspapers and magazines in Hong Kong tomorrow morning. The terms of the acquisition were two new shares of Hongkong Land and HK$60.6 bonds with a face value of HK$10%, with a total market value of HK$85, in exchange for one Wharf share. You hurry up and arrange to return to Hong Kong, and the price of Hongkong Land is more than 30 Hong Kong dollars (stock price 55) of Wharf shares. ”

Lin Zhichao received a call from Lin Ruihai in Frankfurt for the first time, and immediately arranged it.

He first arranged for a private jet to take off and return to Hong Kong tomorrow morning, and then asked Shen Bi and Boi to have tea in the evening.

Over tea in the evening, Lam informed him of what had happened in Hong Kong and said that he would leave for Hong Kong tomorrow morning.

"Shen Bi Taipan, I want to borrow 1.5 billion Hong Kong dollars from HSBC on Monday, please call the person who can be responsible for HSBC Hong Kong."

Shen Bi immediately said: "There is no problem, Mr. Lin will definitely get 1.5 billion Hong Kong dollars on Monday." ”

He didn't have the difference between China and the West, and at first he was just worried that Lin Zhichao would be too powerful and overpower HSBC. And now he has also figured out that in the 80s, Lin Zhichao's company, like HSBC, also wanted to seek global development, and everyone could help each other. Of course, the hole cards in Lin Zhichao's hand are what HSBC values the most.

And Lin Zhichao nodded, he was not short of money, but to tell Jardine and others that HSBC chose to help the global group. In this way, although Lin Zhichao is an HSBC favor on the surface, in fact, Lin Zhichao also hard-pulled HSBC as an ally, and he is also a very 'solid' ally.

"I still need to be supported by Dolly's rights!"

"No problem, we have already made it clear internally that we are supporting the Global Group when it comes to the Wharf Group. And, I'll call them and organize the best team to buy it for you. ”

Lin Zhichao said with satisfaction: "Okay, then I can sleep on the plane!" ”

Shen Bi smiled: "I don't believe that such a far-sighted person as Mr. Lin would not be able to sleep on the plane." If you take one step and think three steps, you must have thought of today! ”

Lin Zhichao laughed 'haha', and then said: "I have always believed that cooperation can be a win-win situation, and the two senior classes of HSBC have made me see that HSBC has the potential of the world's largest multinational bank, so I very much hope to cooperate for a long time!" ”

Shen Bi said: "Mr. Lin, as a world-class businessman, is naturally very happy to cooperate with you. ”

At this time, Shen Bi also untied the knot in his heart, because once he handed over Hutchison Whampoa, the Hong Kong business community would become Lin Zhichao's world. Then with Lin Zhichao's ability, he will become a world-class consortium in the future.

Cooperation, must cooperate!

The party ended quickly.

On the way back, Boy asked, "What if we hand over Hutchison Whampoa to him, and he doesn't admit it afterwards, or Audrey Investments is unwilling to transfer equity to us?" ”

Shen Bi said firmly: "No, he won't do that!" As for Audrey's investment, the acquisition of SITC Bank is an investment that goes against common sense, and if it is to make money, this investment is completely giving money. So, it's just waiting for us to take the bait. Lin Zhichao knew that with his power, he must have been feared by us, so we had to cast a mouse. ”

Bo Yi said again: "But Lin Zhichao's strength is so strong, and he also had a good relationship with Qi Dezun back then, why didn't he intervene in Hutchison Whampoa at that time?" ”

Shen Bi showed a look of admiration on his face and said: "Now that I think about it, Lin Zhichao was already stronger than the British-funded consortium in Hong Kong as early as the early seventies. It's just that he understands the trend of the times, and now, the pragmatists on the other side have come to power, and the environment in Hong Kong has become favorable to Chinese capital and not to British capital. At this time, Lin Zhichao launched the pursuit of Wharf and Hutchison Whampoa, and all obstacles have been cleared. Even this time, he obviously does not lack 1.5 billion Hong Kong dollars, but he wants to accept a favor from our HSBC, which shows that he is very cautious. ”

Boy was dumbfounded, how could there be such a calculating and general trend in the world, taking advantage of almost all the favorable circumstances for him, so that people had no chance to oppose him at all.

Friday, November 18.

Major newspapers and magazines in Hong Kong published huge advertisements for Jardine Matheson and Hongkong Land - Jardine Matheson will exchange two new shares of Hongkong Land plus 60.6 Hong Kong dollars of 10% bonds, with a total market value of 85 Hong Kong dollars, in exchange for a Wharf stock worth 55 Hong Kong dollars.

The takeover war officially came to the forefront, and suddenly the Hong Kong stock market was in flames, and the whole Hong Kong was shaken and boiled.

In other words, a Wharf stock has soared to 85 Hong Kong dollars, at the beginning of the year it was only 17 Hong Kong dollars per share, and at the beginning of the month it was only 50 Hong Kong dollars per share. If the shareholder sells, it will appreciate five times compared with the beginning of the year, with a premium of HK$35 per share from the beginning of the month, and a profit of HK$30 from the current current price.

For a while, many people couldn't help but walk towards the Jardine headquarters to register and exchange the stocks in their hands. And this wave of people, there are 'very many', some people say - only old liners (fools) keep Wharf stocks.

Of course, as long as a little experienced shareholder knows, now that Lin Zhichao has not yet made a bid, how can he hand over the chips in his hand so quickly?

At this time, Lin Zhichao got the news one day in advance that the private plane had flown into the sky and rushed towards Hong Kong.

Why was he able to advance by a day?

This is because if Jardine Matheson wants to advertise, it must be through newspapers and magazines, and newspaper printing takes time, so it usually has to go to the advertising layout in the evening. Even if Jardine Matheson does not advertise in the Oriental Daily, the Global Group still has channels to get the news as soon as possible.

In this way, Lin Zhichao will not seem so anxious, and he can arrange it in an orderly manner.

Of course, even if he learns the news this morning, he can take off today without affecting the overall situation.

Jardine Matheson is playing some tricks, today is Friday, they think that it is already the weekend when Lin Zhichao returns to Hong Kong, and the bank is not open, so it is naturally impossible to raise cash.

In fact, these behaviors can all be understood as naïve business practices.

It's not that the level of Niu Bijian and the others is limited, it's that they really can't face such a powerful businessman, so they can only deceive themselves in this way.

That's all.

Lin Zhichao lay on his luxurious bed, thinking quietly alone.

After Wharf and Hutchison Whampoa got their hands on it, they were about to enter the 80s.

His business will go overseas, and the mainland can also invest in some industries first.

The most important thing is that he can easily get up, the foundation of each enterprise has been laid, and he only needs to give advice.

The sons and daughters have also joined the family business in important positions, and the family is already as strong as a mountain.

Thinking about it, Lin Zhichao actually fell asleep!

I didn't expect him to be so relaxed when the big war was imminent. What's more, there are six beautiful flight attendants on the plane, and as long as Lin Zhichao beckons, each of them is willing to go to his bed.

Because in the eyes of these flight attendants, Lin Zhichao is an extremely attractive man. But even if this man said it vaguely, he would turn a blind eye.

Because of this, they don't dare to mess around, for fear of losing their job as flight attendants.

At 10 a.m. on Saturday, Lin Zhichao sat in the conference room of the Universal Group. In addition to the core members of the acquisition: Feng Yongfa, Li Yeguang, Lin Ruihai and others, there are also senior staff members of Dolly Financial Company and Feng Jingxi of Sun Hung Kai Securities.

This time, a total of two companies were hired as financial companies to facilitate the registration of stock transactions in the later stage.

Seeing that Lin Zhichao was in good spirits, everyone was immediately very curious, could it be that this person slept beautifully on a private jet?

On the contrary, it is Feng Yongfa, Lin Ruihai, Li Yeguang, these core members, all with dark circles under their eyes, it seems that they have not slept well these two nights.

Lin Zhichao first said firmly: "This acquisition can only succeed, not fail!" ”

Everyone was stunned, and this attitude showed that this person was going to be qualified.

Next, Lin Zhichao asked, "What price should we offer?" ”

"Hongkong Land's offer is HK$85 per share, but it uses stocks and bonds, so you can't see an immediate benefit. Although it seemed that some people went to exchange yesterday, it was not ideal. And if we also buy it for 85 Hong Kong dollars in cash, then we are sure of success. ”

It's true!

The last time Hongkong Land exchanged stocks for Milk International, those who changed, and finally the stocks in their hands became a mess, if the stock market crash has not been thrown, the result can be imagined, Hongkong Land has fallen very badly.

Lin Zhichao said: "I don't want to drag out the campaign for too long, waste everyone's time and energy, and I don't want to give Jardine Matheson another chance. What I want is a quick solution, and what I want is that Jardine Matheson and Hongkong Land have no chance to reverse the takeover. So, how much should our price be? ”

Landers said: "If it is set between 85~90 Hong Kong dollars, you will be absolutely sure!" Hongkong Land's stocks and bonds, in fact, may only be worth 75~80 Hong Kong dollars in the eyes of shareholders. ”

Lin Zhichao said boldly: "Then 90 Hong Kong dollars per share cash acquisition, please hold a press conference at 3 o'clock in the afternoon." ”

Round Ones said with admiration: "Mr. Lin's moves, Jardine Matheson must not be able to accept it!" At present, the total shareholding of Global Shipping and Asia Shipping is 32%, and we only need to acquire 17 million shares, using 1.53 billion Hong Kong dollars. ”

It happens to be about the same as borrowing money from HSBC, which can send a signal to the outside world: Lin Zhichao doesn't have much cash.

It's called low-key.

At three o'clock in the afternoon of the same day.

Lin Zhichao appeared at the press conference and announced: in his personal name and his family, he used 1.53 billion Hong Kong dollars in cash to acquire 17 million shares of Wharf at 90 Hong Kong dollars per share, increasing his stake to 49%. The acquisition period is only valid on Monday and Tuesday.

At the same time, Lin Zhichao also announced that after moving into the Wharf Group, the master plan for the development of Wharf business will also be released.

For a while, the scene was hot, and reporters asked questions.

"Mr. Lin, you can raise 1.53 billion Hong Kong dollars in cash in a short period of time, ignoring the two-day bank closure on the weekend, can you know how you did it?"

"HSBC has promised me that they can open the vault for me over the weekend and provide me with a loan of 1.5 billion! Of course, this is a joke, they don't work on weekends, but they promise that on Monday morning, the funds will go to the registration offices of Tortory and Sun Hung Kai before the shareholders. ”

"Haha"

A group of reporters laughed, and the big guy was still very humorous.

The next morning (Sunday).

All major newspapers and magazines in Hong Kong were plastered with advertisements for the Global Group, announcing the start of the acquisition.

Hong Kong is another sensation, and the effect is much more sensational than the Hongkong Land advertisement three days ago.

"Fa la, in less than a month, I made double my earnings!"

"Fa, the rotten Wharf stock in my hand has actually increased fivefold!"

"On Monday, I'm going to hurry up and register!"

"I have to wait, maybe the land company will give it higher!"

For a time, Hong Kong citizens on the streets, regardless of whether they have Wharf Group shares in their hands or not, will always join the discussion.

Who's friend holds Wharf shares, has already chosen a car at the car dealership, and has inquired about the news at the sales office.

Whoever is a friend who holds Wharf shares, has been on Shephee Road in Wan Chai, looking forward to this night's big fight.

Landmark Meeting Room.

Niu Bijian and the others were as blue as iron, knowing that things were no longer enough.

Fortunately, Niu Bijian was very sober, and he said: "Early tomorrow morning, we will arrange multiple groups of people to go to the headquarters of Dolly and the counter of Sun Hung Kai to cash out the shares of Kowloon Group in our hands as much as possible." ”

At present, Hongkong Land has almost more than 14 million shares in its hands, and if it can be cashed out, it will be a lot of profit.

This is the best means that Niu Bijian can think of.

It stands to reason that Wharf shares in Hongkong Land will not be acquired by Wharf Holdings, but many of Hongkong Land's shares are in the hands of securities companies, or if the registrant does not pursue them, Hongkong Land may complete the cash-out part.

As for how much to cash out, it is unknown.

Bedford said: "For the sake of today, the tide is over, and this approach is already the best outcome." ”

Bao Fuda also said: "If Hongkong Land can bring back a large amount of money, it can develop more in real estate, and the prospect will not be tied down, if not to offset the losses of Wharf Group." ”

He really wants to lead Hongkong Land and develop it. And this seems to be a good opportunity, if the Keswick family pursues it, it is likely that it will weaken the power of Niu Bijian and let him serve as the head of Land.

This is because he was joined by Henry Keswick after 1975.

As the market opened on Monday, Wharf Group had suspended trading on Friday, and trading could only be conducted through a stockbroking firm commissioned by the Global Group.

Wharf's minority shareholders poured into the Hutchison Building's Walk-Free Headquarters and the Sun Hung Kai Securities counter in Harbour Centre.

In just two hours, the global group has acquired 17 million shares, and the commission has consumed more than 1.5 billion Hong Kong dollars in cash.

So far, the equity of Wharf Group has increased to 49%, which is an absolute advantage.

The minority shareholders who did not sell the shares of the Wharf Group were so angry that they almost had a riot, but fortunately JC had already arranged it and did not cause it.

Of course, theoretically, Wharf Group's shares cannot be below HK$50 in the future, because the price of its land is more than HK$5 billion.

Landmark Meeting Room.

"How many shares did we sell?" ”

"It was more than 8 million shares, and then it was noticed by Dorley and refused to buy our shares," Bedford said. ”

It is normal that Hongkong Land holds about 15 million shares in its hands, and if all of them are sold to Global Group, the interests of small shareholders will be lost. Therefore, when Tori found a large number of 'big customers', he became suspicious in an instant to prevent all the Jardine conspiracy from succeeding.

Even so, it was cashed out by Jardine Matheson for more than 700 million, and the profit was at least 500 million.

Niu Bijian nodded and said, "With this money, Hongkong Land can develop better and reduce losses." ”

Eventually, they lamented it, but soon found a reason for comfort.

Universal Group.

Lin Zhichao showed a victorious smile, because he forced Hongkong Land to start the war early, resulting in Wharf shares falling by 15 yuan per share compared with history; Coupled with the fact that he absorbed funds in advance and other reasons, the funds he consumed were much lower than Bao Yugang in his previous life.

The total expenditure of the Universal Group is almost 2.4 billion Hong Kong dollars, and it controls the Wharf Group in one fell swoop.

The price is simply amazingly cheap!

Next, the Global Group will become the owner of Wharf Group, and Lin Zhichao also plans to cultivate Lin Ruihai's ability in the real estate field. Subsequently, Wharf Group will focus on the development of Harbour City and Times Square, as well as making full use of its land to make profits.

In addition, the financial situation of the Wharf Group is still a problem for a short time, which Lin Zhichao must solve, otherwise interest will swallow up profits.

He wanted to fight for a complete escape from the Wharf Group's financial embarrassment when the 80s came.

Two days later.

The Wharf takeover battle came to a perfect end, and Lin Zhichao flew to Mexico by private jet to meet with its president. He has a private jet, and every time he flies to Europe and the United States, it takes only 24 hours to arrive, which is much more convenient.

When he returned to Hong Kong again, it was already early December. The Hong Kong media is still talking about the 'Wharf takeover war', and as the first Chinese Taipan to join the Wharf, Lin Zhichao is in the newspaper every day.

Of course, some critics believe that Lin Zhichao, as the son-in-law of the Shanghai school, has a Shanghai-style style this time and spends a lot of money; On the contrary, Hongkong Land saw that it could not do anything, so it sold more than 7 million shares of Jiucang shares as soon as possible, making a profit of about 500 million yuan.

(End of chapter)