On weekends, the Lin family and the Tang family gathered for dinner at a high-end restaurant in Central.
Regarding the recent 'Wang Tongyuan Incident', Tang Zhongyuan realized that his son-in-law was a real business warrior. Not only did he defeat his competitors, he also directly caused them to lose their wives and soldiers.
During the banquet, Tang Zhongyuan said with a smile: "Wang Tongyuan is also like this. He bought a batch of second-hand machines and even invited fellow villagers to visit with great fanfare. Unexpectedly, he was exposed by Brother Bingyuan on the spot. The guests immediately understood the reason, and the comedy turned into
It’s a farce. Haha”
Wang Tongyuan and Tang Bingyuan were originally textile rivals with fierce competition, but they deliberately invited Tang Bingyuan. It is conceivable that Wang Tongyuan's purpose at that time was to 'declare war'.
Lin Zhichao smiled and shook his head and said: "My subordinates did go too far."
It was indeed Wang Liang's idea, although Lin Zhichao approved it.
Tang Zhongyuan immediately said: "It's very fair, not too much at all. It can be said that we defeated the Hong Kong zipper factory with dignity."
Are you kidding me? Although this level of business war can be considered a classic, it is not sinister at all.
Several women and girls were also very interested in this topic and asked Lin Zhichao about the origin of the matter. Tang Zhongyuan frowned, meaning that no woman could "do politics".
Lin Zhichao didn't think so. Tang Caiyun, Tang Caiying, and Lin Xiner could all work in the family business in the future, which was equivalent to an extra layer of insurance, and equivalent to finding a 'grand tutor' for his son.
So, he told the story!
"Wow, wouldn't this not only sell the machine that should have been discarded in the warehouse, but also make businessman Wang Tongyuan lose millions. Brother-in-law, you are really murderous, and you are so heart-wrenching!" Tang Caiying said excitedly with bright eyes.
"Caiying! Why are you talking!" Song Qiaoling quickly warned her second daughter.
Lin Zhichao smiled and said: "It doesn't matter! My subordinate did go a little too far this time!" He said it as a matter of course.
Tang Caiying was immediately proud, thinking that her brother-in-law liked her, which was quite good, and he always defended herself! However, she also had troubles. This brother-in-law was lustful, and occasionally took advantage of her, holding hands and hugging her waist, and he was quite thick-skinned.
I haven’t thought about it yet!
Next, Tang Zhongyuan said: "Next week I will go to the United States to inspect and purchase modern sewing machines such as electric sewing machines. Please ask Zhichao to take care of my home for me."
Lin Zhichao said seriously: "Father-in-law, don't worry, I'm here."
During this trip to the United States, Tang Zhongyuan will purchase various advanced sewing machines worth 500,000 Hong Kong dollars. In this way, Changjiang Garment will become the factory with the most advanced equipment in Hong Kong, and its competitiveness will greatly increase from 1950 to 1953.
Because other garment factories do not have advanced electrical equipment for garment making, their disadvantages are obvious.
At the same time, Lin Zhichao can also start to develop the brand "crocodile shirt" and enter the brand clothing industry.
After dinner, the two families took four cars and prepared to return to Lam Tin Yayuan.
In the car, in the back row were Lin Zhichao and the Tang sisters, Lin Xiner and Wu Wenying holding their children in another car.
This combination of riding in a car can’t help but have some profound meaning.
Father and son are in different boats, this is the basic truth.
As for Tang Caiying wanting to ride in the same car with her sister, it was obvious that she was mentally prepared to accept Lin Zhichao's affection, but the little girl didn't fully understand it yet, or she might have concerns.
Lin Zhichao whispered a few words quietly into Tang Caiyun's ear, which immediately aroused Tang Caiying's dissatisfaction, while Tang Caiyun was a little shy.
"What are you two talking about?"
Tang Caiyun's face showed a hint of embarrassment. She ignored Tang Caiying at first, then whispered in Lin Zhichao's ear: "Husband, can you borrow Xin'er's?"
Lin Zhichao immediately said: "Honey, I feel guilty for doing this. That's my biological sister."
Tang Caiyun nodded quickly! She had forgotten this incident.
Tang Caiying was immediately unhappy. This brother-in-law even said that he liked her and dared to whisper to her sister. Hum, I won't let him touch her next time.
At this time, Tang Caiyun quietly leaned into her sister's ear, and then said: "Caiying, can I borrow your summer uniform for one night? I envy you so much. Your sister has not been studying since she came to Hong Kong!"
Tang Caiying didn't react for a while and said: "No problem! But sister, what were you whispering just now?"
Tang Caiyun was stunned. Although her sister was so smart, she was still a bit naive after all.
"It's just a matter of marriage. Why are you, a little girl, asking this? By the way, don't let your parents know about borrowing school uniforms, so as not to make them feel ashamed."
"Um"
Tang Caiying suddenly blushed, and finally understood why she avoided her. It turned out to be a matter of "ah hum ha hum" between her brother-in-law and her sister.
Tsk, I’m not happy to know yet!
Not long after returning home.
Tang Caiying took her school uniform skirt and knocked on her sister's bedroom, only to be greeted by her brother-in-law.
"Brother-in-law, where is my sister?"
"Washing up"
Lin Zhichao quietly kept the door ajar, then blocked Tang Caiying's way.
"What are you going to do? I'm here to give clothes to my sister." Tang Caiying finally realized she was afraid.
She has a cheerful and lively personality and is quite courageous, but she looks 'scared' under Lin Zhichao's eyes.
Lin Zhichao stepped forward, put his arms around Tang Caiying's waist, and said, "Caiying, you are so beautiful today!"
Under his expressive gaze, Tang Caiying finally lowered her 'fighting' gaze and said coyly: "Brother-in-law, you can't rush this matter, I'm still studying!"
Lin Zhichao immediately stopped, said: "Okay" and let go.
Only then did Tang Caiying realize that she had been 'fooled', and she immediately showed a savage and vicious expression.
"Don't think too much!"
Lin Zhichao spread his hands, meaning that you have been exposed just now.
Tang Caiying immediately took action and pinched Lin Zhichao, then threw the bag containing clothes on the bed and rushed out of the door.
"There's something going on!" Lin Zhichao said to himself.
Judging from the current situation:
Tang Zhongyuan and his wife had a non-interference and default attitude. The reason why the couple was like this was because Lin Zhichao could give the Tang family a lot of help in their career; and Lin Zhichao was good enough and powerful.
Tang Caiyun vaguely expressed that she agreed, but the premise was that Lin Zhichao wanted to improve the relationship between all parties and could not force it.
As the protagonist, Tang Caiying's attitude also changed accordingly, and she gradually fell in love with her brother-in-law.
There is hope for everything!
Fortunately, Lin Zhichao is not in a hurry!
After a while, Tang Caiyun walked in and learned that the clothes had been delivered.
She immediately said: "When a girl comes in, do you bully her?"
Lin Zhichao said with a smile: "Whatever I did to bully her, she is my sister-in-law after all, so I can't even spoil her!"
Tang Caiyun immediately looked at Lin Zhichao playfully, and then said: "We have to make a three-part agreement. It's not impossible for you to marry Caiying, but you must do three things."
At this time, Lin Zhichao stopped pretending and said, "What about three o'clock?"
Tang Caiyun immediately gave Lin Zhichao a pink punch and said softly: "You still said you don't want to marry anyone else?"
Lin Zhichao grabbed her, held her in his arms, and said: "Good wife, I know you are virtuous and generous, and I don't dare to flirt with women outside. But I can't be indifferent when I look at the beautiful Caiying every day, so you guys
Sisters, please follow me from now on, I will handle your relationship well and I will not make you feel wronged."
Marry two first, at least they are legal.
Tang Caiyun leaned in Lin Zhichao's arms and said quietly: "I know, Caiying can take advantage of others, so she might as well take advantage of you."
Although she was unwilling to do it, she understood that if Lin Zhichao dared to do it, he would definitely achieve it. Therefore, she could not stop it. And her sister's attitude made her feel that it would happen.
So, it’s better to just go with the flow.
Immediately, Tang Caiyun left Lin Zhichao's arms and said sternly: "Three chapters of the agreement: First, the relationship between my parents, Caiying, and mother-in-law must be maintained well, and the unity of the family should not be affected; second, we sisters must be treated equally in the future, and we must not favor one over the other;
Third, no other women can be brought into the home."
Lin Zhichao immediately said: "I agree!"
Although the third point is a bit harsh, it only means that you will not bring it into your home. Obviously, Tang Caiyun did not make it clear.
After all, she understands that Hong Kong's laws allow it.
Tang Caiyun then said: "Go take a shower quickly, I will change your school uniform for you, but you are not allowed to think about that little girl tonight, you can only think about me."
Lin Zhichao smiled and said: "Don't worry, I just want to see you in your school uniform."
Afterwards, he happily went to take a bath.
Tang Caiyun, who was left behind, blushed. She thought of a possibility. This man was so powerful, and their sisters might be
The next morning, Tang Caiying asked about the school uniform skirt, and Tang Caiyun immediately said that she had washed it off.
Tang Caiying immediately said: "Sister, do you dislike me?" After saying that, she held Tang Caiyun's arm and acted coquettishly.
Tang Caiyun was immediately embarrassed. Last night, she ended up facing her man!
How can I not wash it?
"No way, I wore it twice and accidentally got it dirty."
New week.
News of the recruitment of seafarers by Global Maritime Academy spread quickly through newspapers. Although it is called recruiting students, there is a monthly living allowance of 40 Hong Kong dollars. After completing the three-month course, you can officially become a seafarer of Global Shipping.
, the salary is more than 100 Hong Kong dollars.
In Kowloon, several young people were sleeping in the aisle of a certain arcade. Suddenly, they were kicked awake.
"Looking for death!" Everyone stood up for a while and looked dissatisfied at the person who kicked them.
You know, they were all defeated soldiers of the G Navy. Because they were unwilling to follow Lao Jiang to Taiwan and suffer, and they were worried about being retaliated, they came to Hong Kong to take refuge. As soon as their weapons were lost, they came to Hong Kong and slept in the corridor.
As for jobs, they are hard to find. Many people in Hong Kong are now unemployed, with hundreds of thousands of people without jobs. However, they will not starve to death. The Hong Kong government and charitable organizations provide relief food, so they will not starve to death on the streets.
If you are really hungry, you can only find someone with a gun and do some business together.
"I'm still sleeping with you. I heard someone said that there is a maritime academy in Tsuen Wan that is recruiting students. Come and have a look!"
"Are you mentally ill? We can't even afford food, yet we still have money to become a cadet. What's more, I joined the navy at the age of 16. How can I become a cadet?"
"I think you're the one with a sick brain! Forget it if you don't go ahead. This trainee will have a monthly living allowance of 40 Hong Kong dollars. After 3 months of training, he will have a job as a seaman with a salary of more than 100 Hong Kong dollars. Others only want 80 jobs, so you still have to choose.
It’s the same thing!”
Hearing this, a young man named Wang Fei immediately said: "There is such a good thing, I have to go and see it immediately, you can sleep slowly!"
"Sleep, I have to go and have a look. It's too difficult to find a job that pays 30 Hong Kong dollars per month. Today, there is such a good thing. Let's go and have a look. Don't forget each other if you are rich or noble!"
When everyone arrived at Cheung Kong Industries, they were immediately frightened by the scene in front of them. They saw a sea of people and policemen to maintain order.
Wang Fei said in shock: "There must be almost a thousand people! A thousand people compete for 80 job opportunities. This is really true. Back then, I was dragged away by both mules and horses."
"Damn, it can be the same!"
"Just, hurry up, hurry up, hurry up."
Global Shipping has a total of six interviewers, who will briefly understand the applicant's situation.
"Have you ever been a seaman? Where?"
"I have done it before. I was a soldier in the original navy. I know a lot about anchors, rudders, mooring cables, loading and unloading."
"Where are you from? Do you have any relatives in Hong Kong?"
"I'm from Shanghai, and a brother is here today."
Soon, the interviewer handed a piece of paper and a piece of bread to the interviewer.
"If you pass the preliminary election, you will have an interview tomorrow. Only if you pass it will you officially become our student. Remember to bring this piece of paper with your name on it, otherwise it will be invalid."
"Okay, I will come on time."
For a moment, everyone cheered. Unexpectedly, the applicant was given bread!
It was impossible not to give them, and Lin Zhichao was also worried about causing problems, so he gave each person a 3-cent piece of bread to pass on.
The next day.
Lin Zhichao personally interviewed and after four hours of work, he finally selected 80 trainees. There were people from all provinces. This was originally Lin Zhichao's routine, refusing to allow his own sailors to form cliques.
Use modern and militarized management to train this group of seafarers; and then use corporate culture and humanistic care to influence this group of seafarers.
Cultivating a group of high-quality sailors is the original intention of Global Maritime Academy. Although this will require a larger investment, the benefits are also many. When competing with Hong Kong peers and European and American shipping in the future, the quality of its sailors will not fall behind.
As for the increase in costs, Lin Zhichao is not worried at all.
Another advantage he has in shipping is that he can master the 'cyclicality' and make a lot more money.
Standing in front of 80 students, Lin Zhichao looked at them back and forth. Under his strong eyes, even a former sailor had to lower his head now.
"I don't care if any of you know each other, or if there is a group of brothers outside, but as long as you work in my company, the first thing is that you are not allowed to form cliques, otherwise you will be expelled."
"Everything in this society is fake, only money is real. As long as you get on my ship, you will have a salary higher than 90% of Hong Kong's. In the future, marrying a wife and supporting your family will not be a problem."
"If you are willing to work hard and learn, you may be promoted in the future, return to the Global Maritime Academy, learn a higher level of knowledge, become a manager, become a captain, earn a high salary, and live a superior life. Understand.
?”
Treat them both softly and hardly, and make cakes to satisfy your hunger.
Of course, it’s not just a joke. Seafarers are the highest-paid jobs in Hong Kong. In the 1950s, the salary of Hong Kong seafarers could reach about HK$200, and in the early 1960s, it could even reach HK$300.
Of course, in the early 1960s, the salary of seafarers in the United States was generally US$2,000. Calculated at an exchange rate of 1:6, it was 40 times that of seafarers in Hong Kong. The wages of seafarers in Japan and Greece have also increased, and are far higher than those of Hong Kong seafarers.
Much more.
In addition, Hong Kong has a very low tax rate and is a free trade port, so it has become a ‘tax haven’ for ship owners.
"clear!"
"Didn't you eat?"
"clear!"
As everyone's emotions were aroused, Lin Zhichao came to another student and straightened his collar.
"May I have your name?"
"Boss, my name is Wang Fei, from Shanghai."
"Very good, you have to study hard, otherwise you will be like dried salted fish."
Wang Fei said excitedly: "Yes, I will definitely study hard!"
When other people saw this, they were deeply touched and excited.
Next, Lin Zhichao introduced four teachers, including a foreigner (with a translator), who imparted professional navigation knowledge.
A team of excellent sailors can save a lot of money. For example, a lot of money can be saved on ship maintenance and repairs.
The students he recruited are actually equivalent to skilled workers, but now they need to learn more systematically.
Lin Zhichao recruited sailors with great fanfare and established the Global Maritime Academy, which shocked everyone in Hong Kong.
Some people regarded it as a joke and jokingly said: "If this kind of playing house method can be successful in shipping, I am willing to climb up and down the dock several times."
So, my friend recorded these words and spread them widely in the circle of friends.
This incident even alarmed the Hong Kong government and the Hong Kong Governor.
After hearing the assistant's words, Ge Hongliang smiled and said: "I remember this Lin Zhichao, a very capable businessman, doing well in real estate and industry. Now that he has entered shipping again, it shows that he is very confident in our London, so he
He will develop in Hong Kong and is a Chinese worth winning over."
The assistant nodded and said: "Yes! According to the investigation, his background is very simple. He started his business from scratch and has no political background. Currently, his Yangtze Zipper Factory has also opened a branch in Xingdao, and there are seven workers in the entire factory.
Eight hundred people.”
Ge Hongliang nodded and said: "He has a good relationship with Sir Robert Ho Tung. If the shipping business also starts, I would not mind granting him the honor of Justice of the Peace."
The assistant was immediately shocked. Such a young Justice of the Peace was really extremely rare.
Xu Aizhou was having dinner with her friends. During this period, some people naturally talked about things closely related to "Xu Ship King".
"Xu Sheng, this Lin Zhichao recruited fifty sailors at once. It seems that he is preparing for a big fight to challenge you as the shipping king?"
Xu Aizhou then smiled and said: "What kind of shipping king am I? There are many shipping kings from the Shanghai faction who came to Hong Kong this time, such as Dong Shiping King, and his father-in-law Gu Shiping King. I am getting old, and I will run the ship for a few more years.
Then you can consider going ashore!”
"Haha, Xu Sheng is too modest. When you became famous, they were not yet famous. Now, you are still sitting on the throne of the king of ships. I think this Lin Zhichao can buy at most two small ships of more than 1,000 tons."
Xu Aizhou smiled and said nothing, but did not speak ill of others.
When my friends saw this, they didn't want to talk about it.
Global shipping has been launched with great fanfare, and even before there is a ship, it has taken the lead, so it is naturally very topical.
Generally speaking, no one thinks that Lin Zhichao can make a difference. At most, he will be a small ship owner and will never achieve glory in real estate and manufacturing.
After all, if he really succeeded in everything, then Lin Zhichao might not be a monster.
And if he wants to be a shipping king, he is obviously a bit young!