Chapter 109 Return to Hong Kong, the return of the king
After the New Year, Li Zetian plans to go to Hong Kong to build a Walkman factory.
At the same time, he discussed with his parents to open a newspaper in Hong Kong.
With Li Zetian's current status, it is naturally very easy to open a newspaper in Hong Kong.
He said: "Dad, do you remember that I told you before that I would go to Hong Kong to run a newspaper?"
Li Chengzhi nodded and said, "Remember, I will go to Hong Kong with you this time."
"Dad, it's easy to run a newspaper, but it's not easy to develop it! You will definitely stay in Hong Kong for a long time. I think, in this case, why not move the whole family to Hong Kong? And the situation in mainland China is gradually becoming more and more... Stable. If we live in Hong Kong, it will be much more convenient to return to the mainland to visit relatives in the future. We will not have to detour from Taiwan to Hong Kong and then from Hong Kong to the mainland. In 1898, Hong Kong was leased to the United Kingdom for a period of 99 years, which expired in 1997 Full, there are still 21 years to go. Let’s not talk about patriotism and other false claims. From the perspective of businessmen, I think mainland China’s economy will definitely take off rapidly. If we can be labeled as ‘patriotic overseas Chinese’, It will definitely be of great benefit to us in opening up the Chinese market! And newspapers are mouthpieces that can influence public opinion and will definitely be relied upon by China!"
For business development, Li Zetian had to choose to become an American citizen.
China will not recognize dual nationality of China and the United States, so in the end, he can only be an overseas Chinese.
Li Zetian now holds dual nationality as a British Hong Kong dependent territory citizen and an American citizen. Li Zetian's parents are both British Hong Kong dependent territory citizens. Once Hong Kong returns to the motherland in 1997, they will automatically become Chinese nationals.
Li Chengzhi made his decision without thinking for too long. In fact, there was nothing worthy of his nostalgia in Taiwan. His roots are in the mainland, his relatives are all in the mainland, and he is thinking about going back all the time! ! !
"Well, our whole family will go to Hong Kong!!!" Li Chengzhi nodded heavily and agreed.
Li Zetian's mother held his father's hand. Although she did not speak, there was an encouraging smile on her face!
Therefore, Li Zetian's family made the decision to visit Hong Kong that day!
Next, it’s time to pack up and prepare to move. At the same time, make arrangements for Times Literary Publishing House. Li Chengzhi promoted one of his capable men to head of Taiwan Times Literature Publishing House. It’s time for Times Literature Publishing House to expand, and Hong Kong is undoubtedly Li Chengzhi’s goal. Newspapers and publishing houses work hand in hand to build a publishing empire belonging to the Li family!
After three days of preparations, the group flew to Hong Kong on February 3. A large amount of luggage was transported directly to Hong Kong through a special shipping company, and then delivered to the villa in Hong Kong.
Li Zetian has already asked his employees in Hong Kong to help him buy a villa on Barker Road, buy it in the name of Sunbird Company, and then transfer it to his personal name. Sunbird Company is still 100% controlled by Li Zetian, so there is no problem. At most, it is just a matter of paying some taxes.
Barker Road, located on the top of a hill, is one of the most exclusive areas in Hong Kong. There are security guards at the intersection, and political and economic celebrities and wealthy people from the past lived there, including the official residence of the Chief Secretary for Administration, the official residence of the U.S. Consul General in Hong Kong, and the official residence of the Commander of the People's Liberation Army Garrison in Hong Kong. Living here has a high level of privacy and security, and just a casual visit can make headlines in the newspapers.
Due to the impact of the oil crisis in 1974, Hong Kong's economy declined sharply, and Hong Kong real estate plummeted by more than 40%. Employees of Sunbird Company only spent 4.5 million Hong Kong dollars to help Li Zetian buy the mansion at No. 22 Barker Road. If converted into US dollars, , not even $1 million. When Li Zetian heard the news at first, he was very surprised because he had seen a piece of news in his previous life. The mansion at No. 22 Barker Road was formerly the residence of the Belgian consul. It has a 270-degree unparalleled sea view of Victoria Harbor. In 2015, it was sold for HK$1.5 billion. The transaction set a record for the most expensive luxury house per square meter in Hong Kong!
In this regard, Li Zetian can only say that he can make a lot of money just by buying any villa in Hong Kong!
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At about two o'clock that afternoon, Li Zetian's flight arrived in Hong Kong, and employees of Sunbird Company had already come to the airport to pick them up.
An hour later, everyone arrived at No. 22 Baijia Road.
Land is at a premium in Hong Kong. No. 22 Barker Road is not large. It is a three-story independent house with a total area of about 1,099 square meters.
Xiao Zhixuan said with emotion: "When we lived in Tongzilou in Kowloon District, we never thought that we would live in the most expensive mansion in Hong Kong! Breathing the fresh air in the mountains, blowing the wind in front of us, and looking at the beautiful Victoria Harbor, how wonderful it is Such happiness and comfort..."
Li Zetian smiled slightly and looked at his mother's happy and emotional expression. For the first time, he felt how good it was to have money!
"Mom, I have hired two Filipino maids for my family, and they should be arriving soon! From now on, you can just sit back and enjoy your time, and let the maids do the work!"
"What kind of maid should I hire? It would be a waste of money to hire a Filipino maid!"
"Well, the house is so big, just cleaning it will take half a day! Hire two servants, you can relax a little bit! Besides, your son seems to be short of money! On the other hand, we Hiring a servant just solves other people's employment problems, what a good thing..." Li Zetian said with a smile.
Xiao Zhixuan shook her head and smiled: "You are the only one with many reasons!!!"
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That night, two maids in their thirties came to the house. The Filipino maids are indeed known as "the most professional nannies in the world". They understand English, are sensible, work quickly and patiently, love cleanliness, and always have a smile on their faces. , and he calls him "Master", "Mother" and so on when he opens his mouth. Oh my God, this is making people feel a little carried away!
"Master, this is your juice." A maid with short hair and dark skin brought a glass of grape juice.
"OK, thanks."
Li Zetian took the grape juice and said.
"Master, this is what I should do, you don't need to say thank you!"
"OK, all right!"
Li Zetian nodded and secretly said to himself, just get used to it, get used to it...
As soon as the maid left, Li Zetian came to the balcony with red grape juice and started chatting with Li Chengzhi.
"Dad, have you thought about how to establish a newspaper?" he asked.
Li Chengzhi shook his head: "Not yet."
"I suggest directly acquiring the newspaper where you worked before!"
Li Zetian paused and couldn't help but smile, "Dad, don't you want to see what the faces of those who used to bully you and look down on you will look like after they find out that the new owner of the newspaper is you?"
Li Chengzhi was full of cowardice at this newspaper, and when he heard Li Zetian's words, he was immediately moved.
"Okay, I'll do as you say and buy this newspaper!"
Li Zetian smiled and nodded, then stood up and said, "Well, then I will make a call now and ask someone to buy this newspaper. After the acquisition is completed, it will be transferred to your name!" As 1997 approaches, the Hong Kong newspaper will be Faced with the choice of sides, one side supports China and the other side supports the United Kingdom. Because Li Zetian's identity is too sensitive, it is not suitable, but his father Li Chengzhi has no problem.
"Um……"
"Oh, by the way, Dad, what's the name of this newspaper?" Li Zetian suddenly turned around and asked.
"Hong Kong Daily!"
"Okay, I know!"
After a while, Li Zetian came out of the room, then smiled at Li Chengzhi and said: "It's done! I entrusted Chase Bank to help us acquire the "Hong Kong Daily". In less than a week, the "Hong Kong Daily" will belong to us!!! "
Li Chengzhi nodded, feeling emotional in his heart. In just two years, his son has become a big shot with great hands and eyes. He can ask Chase Bank to help with things with just a phone call...
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