"Hello, Mr. Birthday, I wish you happiness as long as the east sea and as long as the south mountain..."
Although Dr. Shu Wen is a foreigner, he speaks fluent Cantonese and Mandarin. "Mr. Qin is a master of jade. I didn't bring anything with me. This Qianlong Jade Seal is just for congratulating Mr. Qin on his birthday..."
Shu Wen was more than ten years younger than Mr. Qin. When he saw the old man coming up to him in person, he kept his posture very low, which surprised the onlookers.
You know, Shu Wen's maritime kingdom spreads all over the world, and with the foundation laid by his father-in-law, the old shipping king, there is no need to look at the face of the mainland. Now that such a show is being performed, I don't know what the purpose is?
"Haha, Mr. Shu is so polite. Come on, please come inside. There are quite a few old friends here today..."
Others may not know it, but Mr. Qin is like a mirror in his mind. In recent years, the international financial situation has not been very good, but the domestic economy has been developing rapidly. This has made many Hong Kong rich people who have not entered the mainland market regret it.
The same is true for Shu Wen. In the past few years, his attention has been focused on reviving the ship king's industry, and since the death of his old father-in-law, he has rarely interacted with domestic high-level officials, especially after his bad relationship with Zhuang Rui a few years ago.
, has always been worried about entering the domestic market.
This time I came to celebrate Mr. Qin's birthday in person with the intention of easing the relationship with Zhuang Rui. After all, among the richest people in Hong Kong, the Qin family is definitely the family with the closest ties to the top executives in mainland China.
On the left is the fourth wife pushing the gambling king's wheelchair, on the right is the world's boat king Shu Wen, and in the middle is Mr. Qin. Surrounded by a crowd, he walks towards the back garden, attracting the attention of the younger generation guarding the front garden.
Mr. Qin was filled with emotions at this moment. In previous years, he would not have been qualified to participate in the gatherings of these Hong Kong super-rich people, but today, these people came to pay their respects to him, which gave him a lot of face.
This is also the most glorious moment of the Qin family's century-long struggle on Hong Kong Island. There is no doubt that after this birthday, the Qin family will also be ranked among the super families of Hong Kong Island.
"It's all brought by this young man..."
The old man saw Zhuang Rui who was surrounded by a group of young people and secretly celebrated his good luck. This grandson-in-law had a great character. More importantly, his profound background had benefited the Qin family a lot.
Business and politics have always been inseparable. Although Zhuang Rui is not a direct member of the Ouyang family and does not hold any official position, his status is enough to allow the Qin family's business to operate smoothly in the mainland.
Dr. Shu Wen followed Mr. Qin to the back, but the grandson of the shipping king stayed behind. He walked up to Zhuang Rui and said: "Zhuang...Brother Zhuang Rui, you...hello..."
"It's Brother Niu, come on, please sit down, please sit down..."
Although Zhuang Rui didn't have a good impression of this playboy with whom he had a conflict, what happened a few years ago had already passed. He shook hands with Niu Hong enthusiastically and offered him a seat.
However, this arrogant guy still hasn't made any progress in the past few years. After listening to them talking about the antique Genghis Khan's Mausoleum in Zhuang Rui's circle for a while, he just felt on pins and needles and found an excuse to sneak out of the village after a while.
In Rui's circle, he found a few like-minded friends to brag about the celebrity sports car.
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Night soon fell, and the Qin family's villa area on the mountainside was brightly lit. Mr. Qin's birthday officially began at this moment.
Mr. Qin sat in the middle of the spacious garden. Qin Haoran took his two younger brothers and the Qin family's children to kowtow to the old man to celebrate his birthday. Nowadays, kowtowing to elders is rarely seen in China, but this custom has been preserved in Hong Kong.
No matter how old you are, you must kneel down and worship during festivals or birthdays of elders.
"Grandpa, I wish you a thousand years of life and a long life of pine trees. My grandson wishes you a happy birthday..."
After Qin Haoran paid his birthday, Zhuang Rui took Qin Xuanbing to congratulate the old man on his birthday, and presented two congratulatory gifts and placed them on the square table next to the old man.
After that, there were some juniors who came to pay homage to his birthday. They came forward one by one to congratulate Mr. Qin on his birthday and presented birthday gifts. After a while, the table next to the old man was filled with various antiques, calligraphy, paintings, jade and rare treasures.
When the guests presented their gifts, someone would sing the list according to the gift list. When they sang about Dr. Shu Wen’s jade seal, Mr. Niu proudly said: “My uncle’s jade seal was photographed in England. At that time
It cost ten million pounds. I think today’s gift is the most expensive one for our family..."
Although his uncle and aunt repeatedly told him not to show off when he came today, Niu Hong still couldn't help but praise his family's gift due to his temperament.
"Haha, Brother Niu has a long family background, this move must be extraordinary..."
Zhuang Rui smiled beside him. This jade seal was indeed used by Emperor Qianlong, and it was made in imitation of the imperial seal. In recent years, its price has soared in international auctions. The auction price of 10 million pounds is not an exaggeration.
Compared with the white jade sculpture of the birthday boy given by Zhuang Rui, this jade seal is indeed much more valuable. It is not an exaggeration to say that Niu Hong is the most expensive gift in the whole room.
"Of course. I heard that Brother Zhuang is an antique dealer. Why don't you get something nice to give to the old man?"
After Niu Hong heard Zhuang Rui's words, he became more and more arrogant. Some people around Zhuang Rui frowned, "Is there anyone who talks like this? Birthday gifts are all heartfelt, how can you measure it with money?"
Niu Hong is indeed an anomaly among the young masters of these aristocratic families. He is neither learned nor skilled, and his temperament of wanting to provoke others when he meets him. He is still alive and well today, all thanks to his wide reputation during his lifetime.
The well-married ship king grandfather.
But Niu Hong didn't know that there was something unknown to outsiders in the gift from Zhuang Rui. The value of the shares in the new Macau company alone was immeasurable.
Of course, these things need to be operated in private, and there is no need to publicize them in a big way.
In some ways, the Qin family has a strong political background in the mainland, which is not enough for them to join the ranks of Hong Kong Island's super families. However, with the 15% stake in Macau, the Qin family has this
Qualified.
Because the super families in Hong Kong Island will more or less have shares in Macau casinos, this has become a vague standard for measuring the financial resources and strength of Hong Kong Island families.
"Haha, when the old man celebrates his birthday, I just want to express my gratitude to the younger generation. There is no need to be so extravagant..."
Of course, Zhuang Rui would not be serious with Niu Hong. This guy could even steal the antiques hidden by his grandfather to bet on them. It was like a two hundred and fifty, so he responded with a smile.
After hearing Zhuang Rui's words, Niu Hong thought he had the upper hand and said proudly: "Well, you mainlanders are a bit petty when you take action..."
Mr. Niu's words made Bai Meng'an on the side look at him. He changed the topic and said, "Brother Zhuang, what is that gift you put in the long box?"
Zhuang Rui replied casually: "Oh, it's a calligraphy given to Grandpa Qin by the elders in the family. It hasn't been mounted yet, so I didn't take it out..."
The speaker was unintentional, but the listener was intentional. Zhuang Rui's words made the eyes of those around him who knew his family background light up. You must know that those who can be called Zhuang Rui's elders all hold high positions in the country.
ah.
Only Mr. Niu was unaware of the changes in the eyes of the people around him. He asked casually: "Tch, what's so interesting about a calligraphy? By the way, Brother Zhuang, are any of your family members calligraphers?"
In Mr. Niu's view, except for people who are richer than his family in this world, they are worthy of respect. Artists and stars, they all serve them, especially female stars, they belong to rich people.
Just a plaything.
Zhuang Rui shook his head and said: "The elders' handwriting is ordinary, and it also means their thoughts..."
"Then there's no need to read, Brother Zhuang, are you free later? I have a small party at my place tonight, and several Hong Kong sisters from last year will come..."
Niu Hong didn't care when he heard the name of someone who wasn't a celebrity. He hadn't forgotten the purpose of his uncle asking him to befriend Zhuang Rui today. However, Mr. Niu was not only playing celebrities but also racing cars. With his IQ, he really
I can't think of any activities to invite Zhuang Rui to.
"Haha, Mr. Niu, I'm sorry, it's too late today. If I have a chance next time, I will definitely go, I will definitely go..."
Zhuang Rui has never seen such a two-parter. His wife is right next to him, and he actually dares to ask him to go play with women? Let alone Hong Kong, in the Mainland, who doesn't know that the party where those Hong Kong ladies are invited to attend is...
What is its nature?
"Hey, let me tell you, Brother Zhuang, you can't deny your face..."
"Okay, Niu Lao Er, go on your way..."
Before Niu Hong could say more, a hand suddenly pushed his body aside.
"Damn it, which street boy dares to push... uh, it's Brother Zheng, I'm sorry, I'm sorry..."
Mr. Niu was about to act arrogant, but he saw that the person pushing him was Zheng Hua, and a smile suddenly appeared on his face. You must know that among their generation, except for the little superman who rarely lives in Hong Kong, Zheng Hua is the third generation
He is a prominent figure among his disciples.
Although Mr. Niu is overbearing and looks down on Zhuang Rui in his heart, he does not dare to challenge Zheng Hua. You must know that the old man of the Zheng family is on the same level as his grandfather.
After scolding Niu Hong, Zheng Hua turned to Zhuang Rui and said: "Brother Zhuang, I think you should take out the elder's calligraphy and have a look at it, and let us juniors see the elder's calligraphy..."
"Yeah, let's open our eyes..."
"The handwriting of the elders must be extraordinary. Brother Zhuang, you must read it."
"Xiaozhuang, I need to open the elder's calligraphy treasure. It can be considered as a way to cheer for Uncle Qin's birthday..."
As soon as Zheng Hua finished speaking, everyone started to agree. Even some of Qin Haoran's contemporaries standing not far away were attracted.
