The birth of the Hong Kong Island family

Starting from October, both sides of the force in Hong Kong began to converge, mainly because the Hong Kong government's suppression became less intense, and then Zuo Lengchan also began to converge; of course, just that the situation is better does not mean that it has completely calmed down.

Lin Zhichao felt that the dawn was not far away, so he mobilized his family to prepare to return to Hong Kong. It was time for the children to go to school.

A week later, Tang Caiyun, Xu Caiying and others all returned to Hong Kong.

When they saw Lin Zhichao, the two women almost shed tears. They learned about what their man was doing in Hong Kong through their parents, and they were worried at that time. Although they understood that Lin Zhichao did this out of complete responsibility, they were still very worried about Lin Zhichao who was alone in Hong Kong.

At night when going to bed.

Lin Zhichao said: "The matter is almost over! The children are ready to go to school, and there are usually bodyguards to escort you. Caiyun can also go to the company to work, so there is no need to worry about safety."

It is already mid-October, and the situation is much better; just waiting for an order from above, Zuo Lengchan will be completely abandoned, and then he will face liquidation by the British Hong Kong government.

The two women's arrangements for Lin Zhichao are naturally meaningless.

Tang Caiyun said: "Is the matter really over soon?"

After all, this kind of thing is really serious, otherwise there wouldn’t be so many rich people rushing to emigrate overseas. Even next year (1968), some people will still choose to immigrate, and they will all be rich people who have no time to deal with their property.

Lin Zhichao said: "The impact is too bad, so the matter should end this year, so there is no need to worry about it. During this period, I will strengthen your security, so you don't need to worry or worry."

The four children who returned to Hong Kong to study were not greatly affected. Lin Zhichao and his wife deliberately did not talk about terrible things in front of them, so as not to cause tension and fear in the children.

"good"

Later, Lin Zhichao, who had not eaten meat for a long time, began to think about how to have more fun tonight.

The next day.

Lin Zhichao came to the Hong Kong Governor's Mansion again, and under the leadership of Secretary Dai Linzhi, he came to the Hong Kong Governor's office.

According to Lin Zhichao's understanding, Dai Linzhi returned to the UK for vacation at the end of June, and only returned to Hong Kong to take charge of the overall situation this month, avoiding the most intense conflict for three months.

"Your Excellency the Governor of Hong Kong"

"Sir Lin, please sit down."

Later, the two sat together and drank tea.

Lin Zhichao is the world's shipping king. In recent years, he has also opened up political and business relations between the United Kingdom and the United States, especially the relationship with the United States. Since the Kennedy era, including Kennedy's successor Lyndon, they have had a good relationship with Lin Zhichao; At the same time, Lin Zhichao also handed over Nixon's lawyer in advance.

With Lin Zhichao's ability to predict the unknown, he can naturally make friends with political dignitaries from various countries in advance; of course, it is Lin Zhichao's influence that makes political leaders from various countries willing to make friends with him.

While doing this, Lin Zhichao's relationship with the mainland was very poor. Although he had no direct contact, there was no doubt that in the eyes of the mainland, he was a proper capitalist and a stubborn British and American 'lackey'. Lin Zhichao didn't care. Anyway, he planned to open up relations with the mainland in 1978. There was no need to have anything to do with this government, or even a good impression.

Businessmen pay attention to "playing both sides". Even if they are clearly leaning towards one side, the work on the surface is "I am forced to do nothing"; just like those European and American entrepreneurs in previous lives, it is normal to be duplicitous. Everyone must abide by the government of their own country. decision, one side will coax the other side.

"Sir Lin, I heard that you refused to arrange for JC to protect you. I am very worried about your safety!" Dai Linzhi said friendly.

He initially hoped that Lin Zhichao would stand up to oppose, but was rejected, which really disappointed him; after all, Lin Zhichao was not an ordinary businessman, he was a recognized leader of the Chinese in Hong Kong and had great influence. But he couldn't say anything. After all, Lin Zhichao is now a world-class shipping king. He can choose to immigrate to many countries at any time and will receive a very warm welcome.

Unexpectedly, when things were at their worst, Lin Zhichao finally couldn't help it, and he made a big move. According to his subordinates, as soon as the newspaper published by Lin Zhichao was published, it immediately caused a huge sensation, and the public's support for the Hong Kong government increased sharply. rise.

Of course, some citizens have seen the truth of the matter and do not want to live in such an environment; but Lin Zhichao's voice still has a great effect.

Lin Zhichao said politely: "Your Excellency, the Governor of Hong Kong, I am just a Hong Kong citizen, how can I trouble the JC? What's more, the Hong Kong JC is busy, so I can't trouble them. Don't worry, I believe that evil prevails over good. I believe Hong Kong will soon be able to regain calm. I believe that Hong Kong’s economy is still developing at a rapid pace and that the government has the ability to protect the safety of citizens.”

Dai Linzhi understood that there was nothing wrong with Lin Zhichao's tendency and he supported the government's work. What made him agree even more was that Lin Zhichao personally arranged the safety of the Hung Hom Cross-Harbour Tunnel. You must know that this is a major project in Hong Kong and is vital to the Hong Kong economy.

Later, Dai Linzhi said: "Sir Lin, from your perspective, do you have any opinions or suggestions on what happened this time? Don't worry, I am talking about these topics with you now as a friend. Just wanted to know your opinion.”

After this incident, the Hong Kong government will definitely make an investigation report to analyze the reasons for the incident. The views of the Chinese in this survey report are also very informative.

Lin Zhichao thought about it for a while. He couldn't get too involved in political matters. Even in "A Citizen Lin Zhichao" last time, he didn't use too harsh words.

However, he still expressed his opinion: "Your Excellency, Governor of Hong Kong, how many 'Hong Kong people' do you think there are?"

Dai Linzhi was stunned and said casually: "About 3.1 million people. This is the data from the latest census."

Lin Zhichao laughed and said: "Are these 3.1 million people really Hong Kong people? I'm afraid not necessarily. Many of them only regard Hong Kong as a 'temporary place' and a 'springboard', or they are not allowed to experience it in work and life." The meaning of "Hong Kong people"; therefore, the number of people who truly have a sense of belonging to Hong Kong may be much less than imagined. Many citizens were deceived at the beginning of this incident, and they are people who do not have a sense of belonging to Hong Kong. So we must To prevent this kind of thing and isolate those people, the government needs to carry out some social welfare and social activities afterwards to truly treat those lower-class citizens as Hong Kong people."

After Dai Linzhi heard this, he thought about it and said sincerely: "Sir Lin sees things very thoroughly and I am very educated. Our government will seriously refer to and adopt your suggestions. Thank you for joining me. Talk about this!”

Lin Zhichao said humbly: "Your Excellency, the Governor of Hong Kong, you are serious! I believe that the Hong Kong government will also summarize these matters after this incident. I am just expressing my own views."

Afterwards, the two talked for some more, and then Lin Zhichao stood up and left.

In fact, although he has no public office and is not a member of parliament, his influence is really great in Hong Kong; especially after this incident, I am afraid that the entire Hong Kong people will know him as a "citizen".

After leaving the Hong Kong government, Lin Zhichao was also thinking about one thing, that is, it was time to start a media group.

He wants to have the right to speak. Jin Daxia was very cruel in offending his opponent in the 1960s, but in the 1980s he was immediately honored. Although there are two generations with different views on running the country, Jin Daxia relied on "Ming Pao" and "Jin Yong's Novels" 》, or quickly became a guest.

Therefore, Lin Zhichao’s media group is starting to make preparations!

Although he established an Oriental Publishing House last year, due to various reasons, even the weekly "Mangako World" has not yet been published. However, several main cartoonists have been trained, and an artist training class has been running for more than a year. And there are already more than a dozen excellent seedlings.

Comics, newspapers, movies, theaters, this is the development direction of the media group in the next ten years. As for TV stations, Lin Chi-chao planned to take over Lai TV in the 1980s.

Step by step, if someone is too powerful, it will appear that he is too obsessed with fame and fortune.

Back to Cheung Kong Holdings.

Lin Zhichao reviewed the recently purchased property information. The bargain-hunting activities of Changjiang Real Estate were led by Huang Changhong, Zhou Fuzhao, and Hu Zhaoxu. Hu Zhaoxu was searching the market, Huang Changhong made the decision, and Zhou Fuzhao paid the funds. The three of them cooperated seamlessly. Just tell Lin Zhichao the results of the victory.

There are too many bargains on the market, and the only rich man who dares to buy the bottom right now is Lin Zhichao.

Like Lee Shau Kee, Zheng Yutong, Guo Desheng, etc., the most they can do now is to pick up one or two cheap sites. They may not dare to really end their lives until the incident subsides at the end of the year.

Even the purchase of land, sites, and properties in 1968 can be regarded as a very successful bargain hunting; and Yangtze Real Estate's bargain hunting at this time can only show that Lin Zhichao is "not afraid of death."

Changjiang Real Estate's bargain hunting real estate funds totaled 220 million yuan, and more than 70 million yuan of bullets have been consumed. It is not that there are not so many goods in the market, but that Lin Zhichao also has to consider whether to cause a sensation in the market to avoid too big a battle.

Therefore, it is estimated that by the end of the year, only 150 million will be spent, and I will continue to buy next year.

At the same time, Cheung Kong Real Estate even purchased the land in the New Territories and the land exchange rights letter. After all, the resources in Hong Kong and Kowloon are limited. Since most of the land and sites were purchased, many properties were spared, such as industrial buildings, Office buildings, shops, single-family houses, etc.

"boss"

Financial manager Zhou Fuzhao came to Lin Zhichao's office.

"Yes. Manager Zhou, the company will allocate another 15 million Hong Kong dollars to Changjiang Finance Company for securities investment. Just buy it all before the end of the year." Lin Zhichao arranged.

Last time, I spent 15 million Hong Kong dollars to let Mo Yingji be my agent, and now I have bought all of them; now I spend another 15 million Hong Kong dollars to continue buying stocks. The total investment is HKD 30 million for securities investment.

In this bull market in Hong Kong's previous life, the Hang Seng Index rose from 58 points on August 31, 1967 to over 1,700 points in February 1973. Therefore, Lin Zhichao has to make a lot of money to be worthy.

At the same time, Cheung Kong Holdings is not considering listing in advance and is expected to go public in mid-1972. There are two reasons: first, the stock market is the hottest at that time and more funds can be raised; second, Lin Zhichao does not want to change too much of the pattern of the Hong Kong stock market. , so the evening market will not have much impact.

Lin Zhichao is not very worried about changing history too much, because the general trend will not change, not to mention that he will not make the last copper.

"Okay, boss." Zhou Fuzhao replied seriously.

He knows that the boss handles everything in the general direction, and as a subordinate, he only needs to follow the direction given by the boss.

In late October, the situation in Hong Kong further improved, mainly reflected in the decrease in violence and firecrackers.

On this day, Lin Zhichao made an appointment with Sandus to play golf at Fanling Golf Course.

Worldwide Shipping, a shipping company cooperating between Universal Group and HSBC, currently has a total tonnage of 3 million tons (accounting for just over 30% of the group), of which four are 226,000-ton oil tankers (accounting for 40% of the launched VLCCs).

However, of the ten VLCC orders in April this year, World Shipping only had 2 VLCCs, while Global Shipping had 8 ships. This is because Lin Zhichao took HK$300 million from the industrial group as initial capital, so Global Shipping naturally increased .

The launch fleet controlled by Universal Group is actually not 9.5 million tons; because there are still two listed companies - Asia Navigation, Longfeng International (name changed), and two shipping companies that cooperate with HSBC and Wheelock (each with a share of One-third), these companies also have a combined load capacity of more than 1.5 million tons.

"Sir Lin, I really admire your keen eye on shipping. This time the Suez Canal is closed and freight rates are rising, it seems that you have analyzed it again." Sandus said with a smile.

The senior executives of HSBC were in awe of Lin Zhichao's shipping skills, and they were even more grateful that they had chosen to support Lin Zhichao, a Chinese businessman. The rewards today are simply too generous.

The total value of World Shipping's fleet and aviation business is more than 300 million U.S. dollars. HSBC holds 40% of the shares, which is worth more than 120 million U.S. dollars. The amount of investment that year was only about 11 million U.S. dollars.

The return rate in twelve years was as high as ten times, with the annual return rate being around 25%. The important thing is that good luck came again, because the shipping season ushered in a strong season.

Lin Zhichao said with a smile: "We in the shipping industry are in contact with politicians and political needs in various countries. We are always keeping an eye on the powder keg of the Middle East. I analyze any conflicts in my mind to see if they will intensify the conflicts."

He directly ‘shows off’, otherwise others will be curious about how you guessed every crisis. In fact, it is entirely feasible to explain it with the benefit of hindsight. Take the third Middle East War as an analysis. The conflicts in the previous year and the first half of the year have already made the two camps have the possibility of a war.

However, some of the previous leases of World Shipping were deliberately arranged by Lin Zhichao to not expire until early 1969. Even so, the four VLCCCs launched this year are the ones that will make a lot of money.

Sandus said with admiration: "It's really the details and hard work, not luck!"

Lin Zhichao retorted: "Luck is really important! We Chinese have a saying - small wealth is determined by diligence and frugality, and big wealth is determined by fate. Of course, I also see it this way. If a person does not learn to be diligent and frugal and accumulate primitive wealth, then even if God gives You arrange a 'lucky (opportunity)' and don't have the ability to seize it."

Sandus nodded and said, "That makes sense!"

The two chatted and had a very good relationship. Of course, the more important thing is that both parties need to take advantage of each other.

"By the way, I heard that HSBC has a new project manager named Shen Bi?" Lin Zhichao asked casually.

"Yes, didn't you know him before? He was sent overseas twice and was recognized by HSBC's senior management, so he was promoted every time." Sandus said.

Lin Zhichao nodded. He and Shen Bi had indeed known each other for a long time, but it was impossible for him to show any intention of wooing them.

He smiled and said: "I just think that his position is the same as yours. He has been reported to the Import and Export Department and the Project Department. The future may be uncertain!"

Sandus said nonchalantly: "Maybe! We at HSBC do not look at academic qualifications when selecting talents, but only look at abilities. Although Shen Bi graduated from high school, he has a good ability as a soldier. But his performance in the project department , is the best proof of being recognized by the group’s senior management!”

He briefly commented on his subordinates, then changed the topic and added with a smile: "Sir Lin does not need to worry about the future, my term of office is still long; what's more, HSBC and Worldwide Group are in a cooperative relationship, and on the World Shipping Company , we are both prosperous and devastated."

The implication is, don’t worry about the future relationship between the two parties!

Lin Zhichao smiled and said: "It makes sense!"

Later, after playing for a while, Lin Zhichao talked about today's business: "Early next year, I want to build a batch of VLCCs and need a loan from HSBC!"

Sandus agreed without hesitation: "No problem! The shipping situation is so good now, and we at HSBC are willing to invest. But how many VLCCs do you plan to build for World Shipping?"

Lin Zhichao looked at him and knew that HSBC wanted to invest more in shipping, so he said: "Four VLCCs."

"Okay, World Shipping's debt is not high, so investing in four VLCCs is not a problem at all. But I heard that it takes a long time to queue for shipbuilding in Japan?"

Lin Zhichao smiled and said: "I still have this relationship. If I go, I don't need to queue up. It will be delivered in 18 months at most."

The fact he said is that others may need 24 months to get the ship, but Lin Zhichao can definitely get the ship in 18 months.

Sandus said: "Sir Lin's relationship with Japan, Europe and the United States is the best foundation for the shipping industry. This kind of convenience can also be obtained. As expected, the relationship is deep. However, I am more curious. Sir Lin thinks this time the Suez Canal is closed. how long?"

He was very curious about Lin Zhichao's analysis and opinions, and how powerful he was!

Lin Zhichao said generously: "Egypt's loss of the Sinai Peninsula is like a great shame and humiliation. It is impossible for it to restore the Suez Canal; now there is a confrontation between the two sides, Israel will not give in, and it is impossible to open the Suez Canal, so this time it will not The opinion of some shipping people is that it may take several years. If the ships had not become larger, I am afraid that freight rates would have skyrocketed several times, and it would not be able to meet global demand in five years."

Sandus nodded and said, "That makes sense!"

In fact, the Suez Canal has been closed for eight years. The freight rate in the first four to five years must be very high (30~50% return rate), and the freight rate in the next three to four years will not be too bad (20~30% return rate). ).

More importantly, business is always guaranteed, so even a 15% to 20% return rate is considered a good market.

After getting the loan commitment, Lin Zhichao was relieved because the loan was "30%~40% deposit".