The courtyard is actually very simple. Dong Hua took the two of them to look at it and said: "The house has a history of more than 30 years. My father did not rebuild it after buying it. I wanted it to be full of mountain scenery, quiet and elegant."

Tao Zhiming came over and looked at the environment and the area here, and he was actually very satisfied.

No matter where it is placed, land is a scarce resource, let alone in this island where land is at a premium?

After entering the room, Tao Zhiming asked: "Uncle Dong, are these furniture also included?"

"It depends on Mr. Tao's needs. In fact, it was not purchased by my late father. The previous owner specially hired someone to build it. All the wood was used."

Tao Zhiming nodded. It turned out that it was not a family heirloom. He looked up and down each room and asked with a smile: "It has never been renovated?"

"It was also the work of master craftsmen back then, and there was no problem with the structure." Dong Hua looked at the young man and said with a smile, "Mr. Tao is not old. If you feel that the style here is old-fashioned, you can spend more effort to transform it.

It’s okay to renovate it once and add some equipment.”

"It's good." Tao Zhiming returned to the living room on the first floor and sat on the red rosewood sofa he mentioned. "It seems that the things that are still here can be plated together. Uncle Ho

The total price is said to be more than 10 million, Uncle Dong, please tell me the exact number, how much do you want to sell it for?"

Dong Hua looked at the room with a complicated expression, and then said: "The average price of Xiangdao has exceeded 10,000 square meters, and it is still rising. I feel ashamed to say that I am unable to hold on to my father's purchase.

Mr. Tao, since I am the friend introduced by Uncle Huo, I will tell you directly. Although people outside say that this house has bad feng shui, if the price is less than 12 million, I can only think of another way."

Tao Zhiming nodded simply: "Okay. I have 12 million. I don't care about Feng Shui."

"Mr. Tao...are you sure?" Dong Hua didn't expect him to be so forthcoming and didn't even pay back the price.

"If the procedures are all in order, Uncle Dong can get the money today. Of course, I don't know many people here in Xiangdao, so the people who go through the procedures need Uncle Dong to say hello and speed things up."

"Today?" Dong Hua looked at the old clock in the living room. It was almost four o'clock.

But thinking that it was already the end of October, it was indeed one day earlier. He thought for a while and asked again: "If the procedures can be completed today, will Mr. Tao's money arrive?"

Tao Zhiming nodded, and then said to Zhao Yuanxi: "Old Zhao, go and help me. I'll write a check."

Dong Hua saw him take the checkbook and pen that Zhao Yuanxi took out from his bag, and started writing here. The checkbook was payable to Sumitomo Bank.

Looking at this attitude, he really wanted to buy it. Dong Hua went to the side and called his brother to come over.

After a while, Dong Hua returned to the sofa and looked at Tao Zhiming, who had already signed the check: "Mr. Tao, don't you need to check the house and the deed again?"

"No need." Tao Zhiming said with a grin, "I can trust Uncle Ho and Uncle Dong. Besides, Lao Zhao will check the details when going through the formalities."

Refreshing and sophisticated, this was Dong Hua's impression of him. Of course, he was indeed rich as Uncle Huo said.

Thinking of what Uncle Huo said about his background, Dong Hua couldn't help but ask: "You call me uncle, and I'll ask you to help me." Tao Sheng, I heard from Uncle Huo that you served as the director of a bank jointly established by Mitsui and Sumitomo in Tokyo.

President?"

Tao Zhiming thought that Huo Yingdong had indeed found out, and it seemed that his network of contacts was indeed ridiculously wide.

"yes."

Dong Hua looked at him in disbelief: "Tao Sheng, you are a young and talented man. Uncle Huo was shocked when he learned about you. You were unknown last year, how come you suddenly..."

"It's just a coincidence." Tao Zhiming didn't go into details. The result was more important. He brought the topic directly to what Dong Hua really cared about, "Uncle Dong, do you want to find some loans for OOCL?"

Dong Hua was silent for a moment, and then said: "I know it's difficult with OOIL's current debt situation. I heard that Neon has a lot of money now, but firstly, there is no good way out, and secondly, OOIL can use the assets as collateral

Not much more.”

"I don't hold much shares in Sanyou Bank. Moreover, the main direction of this bank is not in mature industries like shipping." Tao Zhiming looked at him, "But if Uncle Dong really wants to find a loan, try to get a loan from Neon Bank."

, I can help introduce the president of Sumitomo, who can speak a few words."

"Really?" Dong Hua thought highly of him, "Let Uncle Dong be the host tonight and help you catch the wind!"

"It's a great honor." Tao Zhiming's attitude was very modest, "There are many things I still want to ask you for advice."

"No, I really admire Tao Sheng's ability. He can easily come up with 12 million in cash in such a short period of time, all by himself. There are not many such people in the entire Xiang Island." Dong

Hua, this is telling the truth.

"Twelve million, does Uncle Dong want to borrow money from the company to meet his urgent needs?" Tao Zhiming asked smoothly.

Dong Hua smiled bitterly: "Yes, there are interest payments and a loan that is due soon. If not, how could the house purchased by my late father be sold?"

Tao Zhiming thought for a while and said: "Neon people are not very efficient in doing things, especially for companies like Orient Overseas in Hong Kong. The process will be very long. Uncle Dong, how big is the short-term funding gap?"

Seeing that he was concerned about this, Dong Hua was not sure of his intentions for a while, but he still said: "It is safest to raise 500 million Hong Kong dollars before the end of the year. If this is not possible, at least 250 million will be needed!"

"I heard that Uncle Huo invested 120 million yuan, is it still not enough?" Tao Zhiming finally understood his situation, "Then selling this house, isn't it just a drop in the bucket?"

"There is no way, and many friends have advised me to give up. However, there are still tens of thousands of people relying on OOCL for their livelihood." Tung Chee-hwa said solemnly, "In fact, I have been in contact with some banks in Neon before, but they have not yet

It’s a good deal. They refuse to accept the loan and want to hold shares. Our Dong family is no longer the major shareholder of Orient Overseas. If the shares are reduced, it will become more and more troublesome for us to save our ancestral business."

Tao Zhiming could tell that he might understand what he meant, so he smiled and said: "The debt ratio is too high, and it is really difficult to get a loan. Neon's consortium wants to take advantage of the appreciation of the Neon yen to increase its purchasing power and buy low-quality assets. This mentality

That's understandable. Uncle Dong, what you're afraid of is just that the newcomers don't have the same heart as you, right?"

Dong Hua smiled and said nothing.

"The loan interest rate of neon yen has indeed been reduced now, which is a good choice." Tao Zhiming thought for a while and simply pointed out, "Uncle Dong, I have the money you need personally. You can buy shares, or you can buy shares and borrow private money.

I have opened a trading company in Xiangdao, and I will also need to cooperate with shipping companies in the future."

"...You have 500 million Hong Kong dollars?" Dong Hua was really shocked this time.

500 million Hong Kong dollars, if converted into neon yen, it would be nearly 10 billion yen. This is cash, not assets.

Tao Zhiming just smiled and said: "Uncle Dong, you can think about it. Just entrust my shares and voting rights to you. I believe in your ability. I will not interfere in business decisions. I just need to check the financial situation regularly."

When Dong Hua heard what he said, he couldn't help but ask: "Tao Sheng, how much do you know about OOCL and me...?"

He felt that this decision was too outrageous. Didn't they just meet? Uncle Huo obviously didn't know him before, so he had to ask a friend about his situation.

Tao Zhiming thought to himself that I know a lot about you, but at this moment he could only say: "Actually, I made some money in the foreign exchange market through the appreciation of the neon yen. Don't worry, the money is very clean. I

I feel like this money is just a number if I keep it in my hand.

, only when it is spent in the right place is it valuable. I have also heard about the deeds of Ho Bo and the Dong family. Now the Dong family is in trouble. Although I am in Neon, I am from the Chinese family. If I have money, I will help.

Help, that's all. Uncle Dong doesn't need to worry too much."

He knew very well that Dong Hua finally got it done. It took OOCL five years from now on to turn a profit and later went public. When it was finally acquired, Huo Yingdong made more than 30 billion Hong Kong dollars.

What's more, this is also a good way for Tao Zhiming to use money to pave the way and establish contact with big bosses like Huo Yingdong and Dong Hua from a unique perspective. Huo Yingdong is a master who even the underworld dare not touch in Hong Kong, and Dong Hua also took office

The first Chief Executive of the Special Administrative Region.

At this time, call two uncles to help, and provide help in times of need, and the foundation of Xiang Island will be solid in the future.

Dong Hua did not expect such an unexpected gain today, and then said: "Well, when Uncle Huo comes, let's discuss this matter face to face. Now, Uncle Huo is also one of the major shareholders in Orient Overseas."

In fact, Tao Zhiming now looks like a rich man, but he is too young and came from Tokyo.

In the world now, the United States is the largest economy. Although Hong Su is still there, Neon is in the limelight. He himself comes from the second most economically developed country, and has some mysterious aura of starting from scratch. Dong Hua himself is in the midst of his family business.

It was a low point, so I really got to know him quite seriously.

Tao Zhiming has nothing to hide, because the foundation he has established in Neon is also part of his strength.

Even if a major world shipping company like Orient Overseas wants to add new shareholders, it will not just look for wealthy people.

Huo Yingdong arrived before five o'clock as expected. He was surprised to hear that the matter had been settled and all the procedures had been completed. After shaking hands with Tao Zhiming, he stared at him: "Tao Sheng, are you so happy?"

Tao Zhiming looked at his sharp and profound eyes and said: "I am a junior, and it is a bit embarrassing to bargain with my elders. Besides, it is okay to say that I have a return-to-home mentality, so that I can show off my wealth."

What he said was interesting, and Huo Yingdong couldn't help laughing and patted him on the shoulder: "No wonder I directly asked my friends to see me. The word "returning home in glory" is a bit interesting. Isn't it hard to stay in Tokyo?"

"That's not true," Tao Zhiming said calmly, "There is money to be made in Tokyo now, so I have to stay there at least until I'm almost thirty."

"Oh?" Huo Yingdong and Dong Hua looked at each other, "Nearly thirty years old. By that time, are you ready to transfer?"

Tao Zhiming just smiled: "They say you will stand up at thirty. When the time comes, you may make adjustments and decide the direction."

"I heard that you are engaged in finance, publishing, and entertainment over there. There is also a trading company here in Xiangdao, why is it so complex?" Huo Yingdong asked bluntly.

"..." Tao Zhiming knew that in the eyes of normal people, he was just a hammer or a stick, so he just smiled and said, "Everyone has a little thought. Finance is because we are making money now, so we can't let it go. As for trade,

I know that the country now relies on exports to make money, so this can be considered as being abroad, so help me connect with the market."

Huo Yingdong was a bold, careful and straightforward person. Tao Zhiming knew that he had experience in being a leader in his early years, and also knew that he later devoted himself to serving the country, so he spoke very directly.

"Oh?" Huo Yingdong looked at him in surprise, "According to what you said, do you think you are in Tokyo but your heart is in Yanjing?"

"This is not because I know your identity and experience. I have already opened a tape factory in southern Guangdong."

"Since you have this heart...why not just go back and develop?"

Faced with this question, Tao Zhiming answered calmly: "There are many talented people in China, and it is not me who is lacking. Overseas, funds, markets, and rules of play are what those talented people will lack in the future. Since I was born abroad, I still have

The world I display."

Huo Yingdong looked at him quietly for a while, then suddenly shook his head: "It doesn't look like it, it doesn't look like it!"

Tao Zhiming was a little confused: "It doesn't look like anything?"

"Not like a 22-year-old young man!" Huo Yingdong pointed at him, "You already feel like a veteran."

Tao Zhiming was speechless and laughed.

"Then why do you engage in publishing and entertainment?" Huo Yingdong obviously wanted to get to know him better and kept asking.
To be continued...