MacLehose thought about it again and again, and finally decided to adopt Hoss's idea.
Hoss was quite happy.
This means that I can clean up this mess as quickly as possible.
But just when MacLehose was about to sign the decree, Cao Weidong walked into the office under the guidance of an intermediary.
The middleman was quite familiar with MacLehose.
He briefly said a few words, introduced both parties, and then introduced Cao Weidong to MacLehose.
MacLehose knew about Cao Weidong.
He is the most popular writer in Hong Kong.
He is the boss of [Jiahe] and [Lide].
It is also one of the main culprits that sent [Jiashi] to the ICU quickly.
What does Cao Weidong want from him at this time?
MacLehose greeted Cao Weidong out of politeness, and then looked at him with bright eyes.
Cao Weidong smiled and started talking about nonsense from all over the world. It was not until he found an opportunity that he got to the point.
"Sir, on the way to the Governor's Palace, I saw many people gathered outside. They must be here for Jiashi, right?"
Hoss's ears suddenly stood up.
Hello Cao Weidong, it turns out you are here for Jiashi.
But don’t you know that you will be the next target that the commander plans to deal with?
He seemed to know something hidden, and there was a hint of schadenfreude in his eyes...
MacLehao glanced at Cao Weidong unexpectedly and nodded.
"Well, that's it. These people are all former employees of Jiashi and have been here three times."
Cao Weidong smiled.
"I think their appeal is very simple. They just hope that the Governor's Office can provide support to solve Jiashi's problem. I wonder what you think about this?"
MacLehose stopped talking.
He knows best what problems Jiashi has.
First, each shareholder cannot own more than 15% of the shares.
Second, educational programs need to be broadcast from Monday to Friday, once in the afternoon and once in the evening, and no advertisements are allowed in the programs.
Especially the second one.
It’s simply Jiashi’s Achilles’ heel.
The prime time slots from Monday to Friday are occupied, which is equivalent to cutting off one-third of Jiashi's income out of thin air, which makes it difficult for Jiashi to reverse its loss situation.
Moreover, these two conditions were the restrictions imposed by the Television Advisory Committee on Jiashi when the Governor-General issued the license, and he also acquiesced to this.
MacLehose was already a little impatient at this time.
"Mr. Cao, are you here just to ask about Jiashi?"
Cao Weidong said calmly.
"That's right, I'm here just for Jiashi."
MacLehose's face showed displeasure.
However, the next moment, this expression was replaced by shock and surprise.
Even Hoss staggered and almost fell to the ground.
What did he see?
A gleaming gold certificate of baronial identity stamped by the House of Representatives.
And on this certificate, Cao Weidong's name is clearly written.
MacLehose stammered.
"You...are you a baron of the Commonwealth?"
Cao Weidong kept the baron certificate.
"Yes, I have been in Scotland throughout my childhood. This is the title inherited from my grandfather."
MacLehao's eyes softened when he looked at Cao Weidong.
He originally planned to drive Cao Weidong out directly, but at this time, he was a little curious and wanted to hear Cao Weidong's opinion.
Cao Weidong said.
"It is not in the interest of the Governor-General to directly let Jiashi enter bankruptcy proceedings. On the contrary, a healthy TV station that pays huge taxes and fees to the Governor-General every year is what you want to see."
"And revitalizing Jiashi and winning the respect and love of Hong Kong citizens is also your political achievement."
"If you are willing to remove the restrictions imposed by the News and Media Management Office and the Television Advisory Committee on Jiashi, I am willing to acquire Jiashi at a premium."
MacLehose began to think.
The reason for restricting Jiashi in the first place is actually very simple.
Lidia is controlled by British capital.
Although Wireless is controlled by Chinese capital, Mr. Shao belongs to the pro-British faction.
Therefore, he turned a blind eye to the development of these two TV stations.
But Jiashi is different.
It is purely controlled by Chinese capital injection.
It was because of Mr. He's influence and his lobbying of senior officials in the Government House that MacLehose reluctantly agreed.
But out of political instinct.
He still added a chain to Jiashi.
MacLehose does not want another Chinese-owned TV station to appear in Hong Kong that can compete with the other two.
After all, TV stations are the mouthpieces of propaganda, and this tool must be in your own hands.
If someone else comes to make a request, he will never let go.
But the person who made this request was Cao Weidong.
He has the title of baronet.
We are one of our own.
MacLehose hesitated.
Cao Weidong took the opportunity to promise a lot of benefits.
In order to acquire Jiashi, he lost a lot of money.
MacLehose was finally impressed by Cao Weidong's money-making ability.
An exception was made for him.
"Let's see, the restrictions on Jiashi's share requirements can be lifted, but the educational programs cannot be canceled. The time can be changed from 1 to 3 pm."
This is already the best result Cao Weidong expected.
He immediately said that he had arranged a dinner and invited MacLehose and Hoss to go.
MacLehose and Hoss were both experienced, so they agreed immediately.
.......
In China, the wine table culture has lasted for thousands of years, and the most famous one is the Hongmen Banquet, where the name is the throwing of cups...
Cao Weidong's mind was filled with all kinds of weird ideas.
Suppressing these inappropriate thoughts, Cao Weidong raised his glass and toasted to MacLehose and Hoss.
Cao Weidong's arrangements are quite good.
The two of them were very satisfied.
As we exchange cups, we have reached an acquisition agreement.
Cao Weidong only needs to pay 60 million Hong Kong dollars to take over Jiashi.
Of course, as a condition, he must bear all Jiashi's debts, as well as employee wages and benefits, etc.
Cao Weidong agreed immediately.
Because the price is so delicious.
The next day.
In the afternoon, Huo Si informed Cao Weidong to come to the Governor's Mansion to sign the agreement.
When he went there, he happened to see Hoss driving away the crowd gathered in front of the Governor's Palace.
"Go back, don't gather here. We have found new shareholders to take over Jiashi, and Jiashi will reopen soon."
The crowd exploded instantly.
Is this news true?
Not to mention the false news released by the Governor's Mansion, is it just a delaying strategy to appease them so that the bankruptcy procedures can proceed smoothly?
Former employees of Jiashi have asked the Governor's Office to announce the details of the acquisition.
But what awaits them.
Only the guards' iron rods and pepper spray.
These people were at their wits end for a while.
Several leaders thought about it and finally decided to go home first and pay close attention to the company's developments.
.......
Cao Weidong smiled and said: "Bankruptcy and liquidation are indeed quite troublesome."
Hoss nodded and said: "That's right, but who told us to eat this bowl of rice? Okay, let's go inside and sign the subscription agreement. Tomorrow I will take you to Jiashi Building to go through the formalities."
Cao Weidong joked: "Then I need to bring more bodyguards."