In fact, this time Shi Zhijian was invited by Hong Kong Governor Dai Lingzhi to attend the Hong Kong government banquet, which was mostly due to the American tycoon Rockefeller.
Rockefeller, who went by the pseudonym "Wang Fugui", was very happy during his time in Hong Kong, especially Shi Zhijian, who helped him a lot. As an old financier who knew the business experience, Rockefeller decided to reciprocate the favor and helped Shi Zhijian before leaving and introduced this outstanding young man.
Let the governor of Hong Kong get to know you.
Here, Dai Lingzhi was very happy to hear that Rockefeller accepted his dinner invitation.
You know, a dinner party held by Rockefeller was auctioned for one million Hong Kong dollars.
And he wears Ganoderma lucidum and can have dinner with Rockefeller without spending a penny. This kind of honor is not available to everyone.
When Dai Lingzhi heard that Rockefeller wanted to introduce a young man to him, and this person was Chinese businessman Shi Zhijian, to be honest, Dai Lingzhi was repulsive and resistant at first.
Since he took over, he has not had a good impression of these trouble-making Chinese businessmen, especially during the various riots that occurred during his tenure. He believed that those Chinese businessmen were behind the scenes.
Since then, Dai Lingzhi has become even more repulsive to Chinese businessmen.
But Dai Lingzhi also understands that the land he is standing on belongs to the Chinese, and no matter what he does, he must deal with them. On the contrary, he must use good policies and gentle strategies to appease them. Only in this way can he be better
Manage this place.
Dai Lingzhi thought about it before finally deciding to meet Shi Zhijian, partly because of Rockefeller's introduction, and also because Dai Lingzhi wanted to meet this legendary young man who rose like a meteor in Hong Kong.
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Hong Kong government banquets are always very solemn, and coupled with the traditional British gentlemanly etiquette, they become even more grand and serious.
Shi Zhijian and Rockefeller met this Hong Kong tycoon in the Hong Kong Government Concierge Hall.
Fifty-five years old, with a bald head, white hair, thin body, and old-fashioned thick-rimmed glasses. Perhaps because he was born in India and served as a soldier in India, his skin looks a bit dark and his appearance is closer to that of an Indian.
But Shi Zhijian knew that this guy who looked dark, thin and inconspicuous had accomplished three major things during his tenure.
First, in terms of drinking water. Hong Kong was plagued by insufficient water supply throughout the 1960s, and even encountered a severe drought in 1963. As for Dai Lingzhi’s tenure, Hong Kong also suffered from a serious drought in the summer of 1967.
During the drought, Dai Lingzhi once announced the implementation of water restrictions and implemented the policy of "water supply for four hours in four days".
Secondly, in terms of low-rent housing, Hong Kong's population in 1960 was about 3 million, but by 1971, it had surged to 4 million. With the rapid growth of population, it brought a sufficient working population to Hong Kong, which also caused
Hong Kong's manufacturing industry has developed rapidly, among which the manufacturing of textiles, plastic flowers, wigs and toys is the most prosperous.
The rapid increase in population made housing supply a major test for the Hong Kong government at that time. During Dai Lingzhi's tenure, he inherited the "Low-rent Housing Plan" of the former Hong Kong Governor Sir Robert Brickey and vigorously built low-rent housing. In 1964
Between 1971 and 1971, a total of 12 low-rent housing villages were built in Hong Kong, with a total of 101 low-rent houses, which greatly relieved Hong Kong's housing pressure.
Finally, in terms of education, Dai Lingzhi has always been particularly concerned about university education. He has successively established the Special Committee on Post-secondary Education and the University Grants Committee. Later, he initiated compulsory education in Hong Kong. In the "Policy Address" of October 1970
, Dai Lingzhi announced the implementation of six years of compulsory primary education in 1971. In addition, legislation was introduced to punish parents who did not send their children to school. Based on Dai Lingzhi's compulsory primary education, MacLehose later implemented "nine years of compulsory education" in 1978.
Free Education" to further popularize education in Hong Kong.
It can be said that these three aspects are Dai Lingzhi's greatest achievements during his governance of Hong Kong, and what he was most criticized for was the corruption in Hong Kong, especially the Royal Police Force, during his tenure!
During Dai Lingzhi's tenure, with the rapid increase in population and the rapid development of industry, corruption became a major problem during his tenure. Among them, corruption among public officials was the most serious, and public officials accepted bribes on a large scale, which caused
Citizens have suffered greatly.
In the 1960s, corruption among civil servants was commonplace. Ambulance workers often collected "tea money" before sending patients to the hospital, firefighters had to collect "throat opening fees" before putting out fires, and even waiters in public hospitals asked for "tip money" from patients.
". As for citizens who want to handle public services such as waiting for public housing and applying for school, they must first bribe the relevant public officials.
In addition, the corruption problem within the police force at that time was the most serious among all government departments. The police force was filled with a large number of bribe-taking police officers. They accepted large sums of bribes by covering up various criminal activities, which led to a deterioration of public order and discipline.
bad.
During his tenure, Dai Lingzhi failed to effectively crack down on the serious corruption in society, and whether he himself was corrupt has become a mystery.
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"Hello, Mr. Rockefeller!"
"Hello, Mr. Shi Zhijian!"
As the host, Dai Lingzhi first shook hands with Rockefeller and Shi Zhijian to say hello.
After the introductions were completed, the three of them sat down separately.
Immediately afterwards, Dai Lingzhi began to talk with Rockefeller.
Shi Zhijian, as a guest, had no chance to speak at all.
For many people, even if they don't say anything, being able to sit with the Governor of Hong Kong is enough of an honor, and they can brag to others for the rest of their lives.
But for Shi Zhijian, this kind of situation is very ordinary. This is the land of the Chinese people. Letting a ghost guy be the boss here is already considered as giving him face. Do we still need to be grateful to him?
Besides, Shi Zhijian has never seen any big events as someone who has been there before, so this kind of meeting would be childish.
So, while Rockefeller and Dai Lingzhi were talking, Shi Zhijian drank tea leisurely, looked at the layout and structure of Yingbin Mansion, and commented on the place in his mind.
Dai Lingzhi originally focused on the American tycoon Rockefeller, but slowly he noticed Shi Zhijian's leisurely and contented attitude, which shocked the self-respecting Dai Lingzhi.
who is he?
Governor of Hong Kong!
He is the biggest here!
Many people would be extremely excited when being received by him. Either their lips would tremble and they could not speak, their legs would feel weak, or they would be at a loss.
What about Shi Zhijian? He is just a small Chinese businessman, but he drinks tea leisurely and dares to ignore him! How unreasonable?!
"I'm sorry, Mr. Shi Zhijian? I heard that you are planning to build your Wharf warehouse. I have also read your plan. It is related to Hong Kong's port development and external image. I think we should be cautious!" Dai Lingzhi!
Give Shi Zhijian a direct blow, aren't you ignoring me? I won't let you start construction, what will you do?
Shi Zhijian was enjoying himself, but he didn't expect that the old guy Dai Lingzhi's mind was sharper than the tip of a needle, and he would cause unreasonable disasters. After thinking about it, he realized that maybe he didn't show an excited and nervous expression, which made the geeky Hong Kong Governor dissatisfied.
It's a pity that this can't be fixed immediately, and it can't be done at this time with chaff all over the body and trembling lips.
Who is Rockefeller? As soon as he heard this, he understood that Dai Lingzhi was dissatisfied with Shi Zhijian, so he looked at Shi Zhijian with great interest to see how he resolved the crisis at hand.
Shi Zhijian secretly moved his cheek muscles and turned on the actor's upper body mode.
"I'm sorry, Mr. Governor of Hong Kong, what did you just say?" Shi Zhijian looked like he was just waking up from a dream.
Dai Lingzhi frowned, thinking, "What do you mean? Didn't you hear what I just said? Are you deaf, or are you really ignoring me?"
Shi Zhijian started to panic and said hurriedly: "It's mainly because I was distracted just now, so I didn't hear clearly!"
"Uh, distracted?" Dai Lingzhi's face showed annoyance, "Mr. Shi, I kindly invited you to come over for dinner. It's just that you don't follow the rules, but still like this..."
Before Dai Lingzhi could finish his words, Shi Zhijian suddenly said with a solemn expression: "Because I was startled by a weird dragon shadow just now!"
"Uh, Dragon Shadow?"
"Yes, when I was drinking tea just now, my eyes suddenly glanced at the ground and I saw a golden dragon-like shadow passing by! I was startled at that time, and I hurriedly looked around and saw the shadow on the ground, Lord Governor.
It disappeared from my body!" Shi Zhijian looked horrified, as if a dragon had really crawled into Dai Lingzhi's body.
"Disappeared on my body?" Dai Lingzhi blinked, doubtful.
Shi Zhijian stood up and pointed at the people serving coffee and asked: "What about you? Have you seen it?"
These people collectively shook their heads and said to themselves: "I saw a ghost!"
Only a Chinese male servant glanced at Shi Zhijian and said hurriedly: "I saw that there was really a dragon shadow leaning over the Governor of Hong Kong! I could see it clearly. By the way, there were five golden dragons.
paw!"
Five-clawed golden dragon?!
"Uh? Is this really happening?" Dai Lingzhi also looked shocked.
Shi Zhijian continued: "According to our Chinese tradition, Hong Kong, a geomantic treasure land, will give birth to many great figures, especially those who are bent over by dragons who are either real dragon emperors or princes! In my opinion, you, the Governor of Hong Kong, are the incarnation of the dragon.
ah!"
Dai Lingzhi was stunned by Shi Zhijian's words. He has been in Hong Kong for so long and has been influenced by Hong Kong people's Feng Shui. He has studied all these auspicious babies, such as dragons, phoenixes, and unicorns.
Although he is not very happy with the Chinese businessmen who give him a headache, it does not prevent him from being the "right one" - according to Chinese tradition, this is much more exciting than being the "Queen"!
Rockefeller didn't do much research on Chinese culture, so he didn't understand why the previously angry Hong Kong Governor Dai Lingzhi suddenly beamed, as if he was a different person.
Rockefeller couldn't help but look at Shi Zhijian again. This time he had to admire this young man who could always create miracles. What he did always surprised people.
Seeing the Governor being amused by Shi Zhijian, the servants nearby secretly gave Shi Zhijian a thumbs up and said to themselves: "As for bragging, I will obey you!"
Shi Zhijian continued to start the "Chicken Soup for the Soul" mode: "In addition, I think you, the Governor of Hong Kong, may have to work hard for another year!"
"How do you say this?" Dai Lingzhi looked at Shi Zhijian in surprise.
Others also looked at this young man who continued to create surprises.
"It's very simple. It's rumored that you, Governor of Hong Kong, are about to leave office, but in my opinion you may have to work for one more year! A dragon is possessed, which is a very good sign!"
"Ahem, Mr. Shi, don't talk nonsense! I don't believe this!" Dai Lingzhi made a gesture and asked Shi Zhijian to sit down.
Then he said to the maid who was singing and bragging with Shi Zhijian: "As for you, I heard that something happened in your family recently. I will go to the finance department later to receive a thousand yuan, which can be considered as some of my condolences!"
"Thank you, Lord Governor! Thank you!" The male servant burst into tears of gratitude. He did have something to do with his family, but he had borrowed money several times and the stingy Governor never gave it back. He didn't expect that he would be so generous this time.
The other servants looked on with envy as the male servant regretted not following Shi Zhijian's blow job just now and missed the opportunity to make money.
At this moment, Dai Lingzhi's view of Shi Zhijian has changed a lot. Although he is not the kind of superstitious person, everyone likes to hear good words. What's more, Shi Zhijian's words are not just good words, because he has poked Dai Lingzhi's "heart disease"!
As far as Shi Zhijian knows, Dai Lingzhi's current term has expired. According to tradition, he will leave soon. He will leave Hong Kong, a geomantic treasure land, no, to be precise, the golden city with "gold everywhere", and rush to the UK to resume his duties.
He wouldn’t let go of wearing Ganoderma lucidum!
The situation is great now!
Everyone in Hong Kong can make money, especially being an official makes more money!
How could he be willing to leave such a "good" atmosphere?
Shi Zhijian even knew that on May 29, the Queen of England would approve the extension of Hong Kong Governor Dai Lingzhi's term until October 1971.
That's why Shi Zhijian followed the trend and acted out such a "yellow robe and body" drama.
Dai Lingzhi was reluctant to give up the throne of Hong Kong Governor, and Shi Zhijian gave him great "psychological comfort" by giving him timely help, so even if he knew it was fake, he was still very happy!
This is human nature!
People always like to "seek advantages and avoid disadvantages"!
But Shi Zhijian's move is completely beyond the scope of flattery, it has reached the realm of psychology, and it can be said to be invincible!
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Needless to say, there was a dinner party that followed. Rockefeller, Shi Zhijian, Hong Kong Governor Dai Lingzhi, and the Hong Kong Governor’s wife gathered together happily.
The chefs at the Governor's House are all top-notch cooks, and they have a wide range of Chinese and Western dishes at their fingertips, all of which are delicious and delicious.
During the dinner, with the blessing of Shi Zhijian's big scene, Governor Dai Hong was very satisfied with him. It can be said that the more he watched, the more he liked him. Not only did he ask about Shi Zhijian's career development during the dinner, but he also decided to support it!
Nowadays, there are fewer and fewer young people who can clearly see the general trend.
What's more, the Wharf construction was even a very important urban construction project during his reign, and he would strongly support it both publicly and privately!
As the guest of honor tonight, Rockefeller never expected that Shi Zhijian would steal his limelight because of his bragging!
And the Hong Kong Governor is suffering from Ganoderma hysteria, right?
How could a British person living in a scientific and civilized era believe in such nonsense as "a golden dragon leaning over"?!
So, Rockefeller looked at the excited Dai Lingzhi and secretly greeted the Hong Kong Governor in the Cantonese taught to him by Shi Zhijian——
