At the beginning of late August, Lin Zhichao and Tang Caiyun embarked on a trip to Europe.
As his career grew, Lin Zhichao's career could no longer be limited to Hong Kong, so he had to go abroad frequently. Therefore, it was useless to worry about aircraft safety, because he had no choice.
The reason he went abroad for inspection this time was because Cheung Kong Real Estate had no new projects, Cheung Kong Bank had been handed over to Lee Shau Kee for management, and Cheung Kong Industries needed new development opportunities to move to the next level; otherwise, Cheung Kong Industries would have no choice but to retreat.
Before leaving, Lin Zhichao followed his usual practice and arranged everything with his lawyer just in case.
"Uncle Tang, Aunt Song, don't worry, I will take good care of Caiyun!" Standing outside the arcade, Lin Zhichao was saying goodbye to his family.
Tang Zhongyuan and Song Qiaoling were not stupid, and they had already understood that their daughter was completely devoted to Lin Zhichao. So it is self-evident what will happen when they go abroad this time.
Although Song Qiaoling vaguely reminded Tang Caiyun to pay attention to girls' honors before departure, the couple was still worried.
Fortunately, their wedding has been scheduled for January next year, and many friends have already been invited.
So even if there was something, it wasn't that they couldn't fully accept it, otherwise the two of them wouldn't have allowed Tang Caiyun to follow.
"You are calm and knowledgeable, and you are proficient in various languages. I feel relieved to have you taking care of Caiyun!"
Tang Zhongyuan couldn't stand up in front of Lin Zhichao. After all, Lin Zhichao was the backer of his business. Especially once the zipper factory expanded its scale, he had already thought about the prospect of expanding his own textile factory.
He has two sons, so his career is very important, maybe more important than his daughter.
Song Qiaoling came to Tang Caiyun, the mother and daughter chatted quietly for a few words, and then Tang Caiyun came to Lin Zhichao with a slightly red face.
Lin Zhichao also said goodbye to his family, telling Wu Wenying and Lin Xiner not to worry.
Soon, Lin Zhichao pulled Tang Caiyun into the car and drove towards the Central Pier.
The third day.
What was Britain like in 1948?
Lin Zhichao and Tang Caiyun, who were sitting in a taxi, curiously observed the sides of the street. There were traces of shell attacks during World War II and buildings being rebuilt. Everything was going on in an orderly manner.
Since London had just hosted the Olympic Games, the atmosphere of post-war healing could be clearly felt, and women and children on the street no longer worried about bombing.
Of course, none of these could prevent the decline of the British Empire. As the colonies became independent one by one, the British economy also did not develop smoothly.
According to Lin Zhichao's memory, the British pound will depreciate by 30% in September next year. Due to the continuous decline of the British economic strength, worsening inflation, long-term balance of payments deficit, serious capital outflows, and sharp decline in foreign exchange reserves, the credit of the British pound is deteriorating; and
The depreciation of the pound can enhance the competitiveness of British exports.
The depreciation of the pound naturally also means the depreciation of the Hong Kong dollar, because at this time the Hong Kong dollar is pegged to the pound and implements a fixed exchange rate of 16:1.
"Brother Zhichao, the security environment here seems to be very safe!" Tang Caiyun couldn't help but sigh as she looked at the harmonious scene of women and children on the street.
As the population of Hong Kong increased, the crime rate also began to increase, and murders on the street occurred. Coupled with Lin Zhichao's increased attention to protecting his family, Tang Caiyun felt that the environment in Hong Kong began to become increasingly bad.
Lin Zhichao said with a smile: "At present, the security environment in London is not very good. The city is full of cheap guns. These guns are brought back from overseas. American soldiers sell one for only 25 pounds, and British soldiers also get them from overseas."
There are a lot of replies. In addition, people are generally resentful about material shortages and the black market is rampant, so what you see is always superficial. You still need to be careful when you go out."
Although he would not let Tang Caiyun go out alone, he still had to get vaccinated.
As expected, Tang Caiyun was so frightened that she suddenly took Lin Zhichao's arm. The softness made Lin Zhichao shaken and looked forward to the evening.
"Wouldn't it be safe if I follow you?" Tang Caiyun said softly.
This was an intuition. As long as she stayed close to Lin Zhichao, her fear had disappeared.
Lin Zhi said like a supernatural gentleman: "Of course! I will protect you!" First scaring the girl, and then intervening as a white warrior, is a tried and tested trick for men.
To avoid trouble, the two communicated in English to avoid being overly discriminated against by the locals.
Therefore, after the taxi driver heard what Lin Zhichao said, he said: "Sir, I think Britain is very safe. As for the problems you mentioned, although they do exist, starting from this year, the crime rate in London has begun to decline. Especially for us
The Olympic Games, which symbolizes 'peace', have been held, and the security in London has been very good at this time. Of course, I hope you have a pleasant journey!"
Lin Zhishenshan would not argue. After all, he did not want to cause trouble. He immediately said: "That's great. Actually, I'm here to do business."
This will help improve your status!
"We in the UK are a country founded on business, and you will definitely gain something."
After a brief chat with the taxi, they arrived at their destination.
The taxi stopped at the Langham Hotel in Mayfair. This is a luxury hotel located in an upper-class neighborhood. This hotel was founded in 1865 and has pioneered many hotels. It was the first hotel to install electric lights and the first hotel in Europe to provide heating and cooling.
A hotel on the water, the first hotel to install an elevator.
Everything went smoothly and nothing unhappy happened.
After putting his luggage on the ground floor of the hotel room, Lin Zhichao checked the hotel room. This was his habit.
What's more, in this hotel room, he and Tang Caiyun were about to experience the first time in their lives.
After everything went smoothly, Lin Zhichao came to Tang Caiyun like a gentleman.
"Ma'am, do you need a hot bath?"
Tang Caiyun nodded shyly and said, "Yeah."
Next, everything was very gentlemanly. Lin Zhichao did not do anything excessive. On the contrary, he took good care of Tang Caiyun.
In the bathroom.
Tang Caiyun had a shy look on her face while taking a shower. Thinking of going out with Brother Zhichao this time, she was both looking forward to it and shy.
"Brother Zhichao is so charming!"
"Sure enough, it was a blessing in disguise. If my father hadn't taken my family to Hong Kong to seek refuge, I wouldn't have met Brother Zhichao."
"Tang Caiyun, Tang Caiyun, didn't you miss the Magic City at first?"
Thinking of this, Tang Caiyun showed a happy smile and was very grateful to her father for bringing her to Hong Kong.
Soon, she thought about what was about to happen, her face began to feel hot, and her breathing began to quicken.
Because she knows that Lin Zhichao is good at everything, but he is a bit astringent.
Not long after the two started dating, Lin Zhichao had already crossed the line many times. Of course, it was limited to kissing, touching hands and legs, hugging, etc.
"The look in Brother Zhichao's eyes every time is so scary!"
"But he is very gentlemanly today, hee hee!"
When Tang Caiyun finished taking a shower, she wrapped her hair in a towel and walked out with a flushed face.
Lin Zhichao asked curiously: "Is the water inside very hot?"
Tang Caiyun's blush became even worse, and she said softly: "Brother Zhichao, just go and take a shower and you'll know!" After saying that, she pushed Lin Zhichao towards the bathroom.
Lin Zhichao smiled and picked up his clothes, walked into the bathroom, and prepared to take a comfortable bath.
Unexpectedly, he soon discovered something tempting. Tang Caiyun's dirty clothes were suddenly placed on the shelf.
Lin Zhichao couldn't help but extend his sinful hand!
The underwear of this period did not have steel ring sponges, so it would not have any shaping and gathering effect. The West had just taken off the waistband and pursued body liberation, and the same was true in China (the capital city was already very fashionable, and European luxury perfumes were common).
The underwear of this period was more like shorts, made of soft silk cotton, with rubber bands on both sides of the thighs to prevent them from being exposed. There was also a few centimeters of edge material under the rubber bands to increase the overall beauty.
During this period, glass stockings were worn almost all year round and became a fashion.
At this time, Tang Caiyun suddenly remembered outside that she had forgotten to pack her clothes, and she couldn't help but walk towards the bathroom. When she got to the door, she didn't dare to go in, so she could only think about it.
"No matter what! Mrs. Lin will be here soon anyway!" Tang Caiyun comforted herself.
Seeing that there was no sound of running water, Tang Caiyun couldn't help but said at the door: "Brother Zhichao, why don't you take a shower? I'm so hungry!" She vaguely guessed something.
Lin Zhichao inside heard Tang Caiyun's voice and took a deep sniff before mixing his own clothes with Tang Caiyun's clothes and handing them over to the hotel for cleaning later.
"Caiyun wants to come in?"
"No! Just wash it slowly!"
Tang Caiyun was so frightened that she ran away quickly!
When Lin Zhichao walked out of the bathroom, he mixed their clothes together.
When Tang Caiyun saw this scene, her heart naturally went wild.
"Let these clothes be washed at the hotel. The underwear is in the bathroom. You can wash it later." Lin Zhichao said matter-of-factly.
Tang Caiyun immediately said: "Okay, give me Brother Zhichao's too, and we'll wash it together later." At this time, she couldn't care less about being shy, because she had to be virtuous.
During her interactions with Brother Zhichao, although she was the eldest daughter of a wealthy family, she felt that she was far less outstanding than Brother Zhichao. Brother Zhichao could speak multiple languages, knew many things, and was very responsible and very talented.
Business talent.
Therefore, Tang Caiyun felt that she could not act like a young lady and needed to be a good wife and mother; of course, since Lin Zhichao was very good to her, Tang Caiyun was willing to do better.
The two quickly walked towards the restaurant, planning to have a delicious meal to relieve the fatigue of the journey.