Central, halfway up Albert Road, Government House!
Successive governors of Hong Kong would live here when they took office, but after the return, it was converted into Government House.
This is not the first time Chu Huan has come here. However, when Chu Huan came here in the past, he was always greeted by the smiling face of Hong Kong Governor MacLehose. But Chu Huan understood that coming here today will definitely not be a scene where the guests enjoy themselves.
.
After getting off the car, the secretary of Hong Kong Governor MacLehose was already waiting here. Although this secretary was also a big shot outside, facing Chu Huan at this time, the secretary of Hong Kong Governor MacLehose was not that important.
Proud.
With a smile on his face, he spoke politely to Chu Huan.
"Director Chu, Mr. Hong Kong Governor is already waiting for you in the study, please come with me!"
Chu Huan also said politely: "Thank you!"
Later, led by the secretary, Chu Huan came to MacLehose's study. Just as Chu Huan thought, Henry Keswick was also sitting here at this time.
Seeing Chu Huan coming, MacLehao stood up in person and said with a smile: "Director Chu, I invite you here at this time, I hope it won't disturb your work!"
As for Henry Keswick, he sat angrily in his seat and did not get up.
Chu Huan first smiled and said to MacLehose: "Mr. Governor of Hong Kong, you are too polite. In fact, I don't have anything important to do."
As for Henry Keswick's attitude, Chu Huan understood in his heart. After all, before this, he had played a role with Henry Keswick. Originally, Henry Keswick wanted to draw himself into his camp, and was also willing to bring Hui into his camp.
Kang, 7-11 and even Wharf's Modern Terminals Ltd. sold it to themselves.
As a result, he remained unmoved and still supported Bao Yugang.
This also resulted in Land losing Wharf, an important strategic group.
Originally, this kind of behavior was enough to make Henry Keswick angry, but in the end, he resorted to addiction to kill you again. During Henry Keswick's most difficult period, he chose to attack Jardine and Land, which was a direct poke.
Henry Keswick's lung tube.
Any person with a temper would not be in a good mood when facing himself.
So Chu Huan decided to forgive Henry Keswick for his rudeness.
But after Henry Keswick listened to the conversation between Chu Huan and MacLehose, he was so angry that he almost jumped up. Well, such a big thing as the acquisition of Jardine and Land, in your mouth, Chu Huan, it turned out to be nothing.
event.
In fact, what made Henry Keswick even more angry was that when Chu Huan purchased Jardine and Land this time, it was not Chu Huan who took Jia Ku personally to come forward, but he used the name of a Chinese real estate agent.
This made Henry Keswick angry at Chu Huan's behavior and also angry at Chu Huan's contempt for them.
MacLehose also felt a little helpless by what Chu Huan said, but as he was a peacemaker today, naturally he couldn't say anything harsh to Chu Huan.
Putting aside the so-called identities and political stances of both parties, MacLehose still admired Chu Huan very much at this time.
MacLehose became the governor of Hong Kong in 1971, and as MacLehose knew, Chu Huan also started to make a fortune at that time, but they had no contact at that time.
The first time the two met was actually because Chu Huan wanted the land in Shatin, and he needed to use that land to build his own satellite city plan.
Then, at that time, MacLehose began to pay attention to Chu Huan, and then he discovered that Chu Huan's wealth and influence were like a rocket propeller. In just a few years, he had grown into the number one person in Hong Kong!
That's right, even MacLehose at this time must admit that in terms of his influence in Xiangjiang alone, he might not be as good as Chu Huan.
What made MacLehose feel even more helpless was that his power in Xiangjiang actually came from Ying Lun's appointment, while Chu Huan's power in Xiangjiang was achieved with his bare hands.
"Dr. Chu, we haven't played together for a long time. Whenever we have time to play together, I heard that your skills have improved by leaps and bounds now. They are completely different from when we first met!"
After MacLehao asked Chu Huan to sit down, he smiled and greeted Chu Huan.
Chu Huan also smiled and said: "Mr. Hong Kong Governor, you are too polite. Just ask your secretary to call me whenever you want. I promise to arrive on time!"
MacLehose pointedly said: "I'm just worried that Mr. Chu is busy with all kinds of things in the business world and doesn't have time!"
"No, now Jiaku's business is on the right track. In fact, what I don't need to do is done by the people below!" Chu Huan continued to answer.
"Haha, let's make a deal then!" MacLehose said: "In the future, I will often ask Director Chu to play ball together!"
"my pleasure!"
After some pleasantries, Henry Keswick couldn't sit still when he saw that the relationship between MacLehose and Chu Huan had not gotten to the point. It was already time to go to work. Fengwu Securities' acquisition points in various areas of Xiangjiang were definitely
It has already begun to acquire the shares of Jardine Matheson and Land. Now, every time Chu Huan and MacLehose say another word, it gives Chinese Land's controlling stake in these two groups time to catch up with him.
However, MacLehose did not let Henry Keswick wait any longer and began to get the conversation to the point.
"Director Chu invited you here this time. I think you should already know what's going on. Yihe has been operating in Xiangjiang for hundreds of years and has always been a banner of Xiangjiang's business community to the outside world. The Keswick family has been the leader of Yihe.
The holders of and have great influence both in Hong Kong and England.
Of course, the influence of Jiaku is also huge now, and it is also the pride of our Xiangjiang. You two are also the pride of Xiangjiang. I very much hope that you two can continue to lead your consortium to rectify the name of Xiangjiang's business community in the world business community.
Jardine is indeed encountering some difficulties now, but I think Jardine's foundation is still there, so Mr. Keswick found me today. Mr. Chu, they are very welcome to become a shareholder of Jardine and Land. Maybe
In the future, they will give you, Mr. Chu, a healthier and more uplifting Yihe!"
This chapter is not finished yet, please click on the next page to continue reading the exciting content! MacLehose somewhat vaguely put forward his opinion as a peacemaker, that is, he hopes Chu Huan can give up the acquisition of Jardine and Land.
After MacLehose finished speaking, Henry Keswick also looked at Chu Huan seriously. At this time, he wanted Chu Huan to give up the acquisition of Jardine and Land. Henry Keswick knew that it was definitely unrealistic, so he quit.
The next best thing is to hope that Chu Huan can honestly be a second shareholder instead of challenging the Keswick family's status in these two consortiums.
Chu Huan sat there and did not answer MacLehose's question immediately. After pondering for a moment, Chu Huan finally spoke under the expectant looks in their eyes.
"Mr. Governor, I would like to know whether this is the opinion of the Hong Kong government or your personal opinion, Mr. Governor?"
"Haha!" MacLehose laughed loudly and said: "Hong Kong has always been an open, free, and inclusive world-class financial city, so all of this is naturally my personal opinion!"
Chu Huan nodded, and then said: "If this is the case, I would like to sincerely apologize to Mr. Hong Kong Governor. Since you just said it, Hong Kong is an open, free, and inclusive place.
is a world-class financial city, then I think that since the acquisition of Jardine and Land by Chinese Real Estate is a normal business behavior, then we have no way to give up our company's own development for the benefit of others!"
MacLehose's brows twitched slightly. He knew that it would be difficult to convince Chu Huan on this matter, but now that Chu Huan refused so bluntly, it really made him feel uncomfortable in terms of face.
In fact, MacLehose's original plan was just to invite Chu Huan to the Hong Kong Government House, and then let Chu Huan and Henry Keswick negotiate without showing up. After all, doing so not only showed his attitude, but also
There is no need to worry about being rejected by Chu Huan face to face in the current situation.
But who knows that Henry Keswick's identity is not only a businessman, but also a member of the British House of Commons. It can be said that he also has a certain influence in politics.
MacLehose didn't want to be rejected by Chu Huan face to face, but Henry Keswick needed MacLehose to sit here in person and put more pressure on Chu Huan.
"Chu Huan, it is not easy to acquire Yihe!"
Henry Keswick also knew it was time to speak for himself.
Chu Huan spoke politely to MacLehose because MacLehose is still the governor of Hong Kong, apparently the number one person in Hong Kong and the most powerful person.
But Henry Keswick?
The two sides were destined to become rivals, so Chu Huan was not so polite when facing Henry Keswick.
"To be honest, I really don't see the difficulty of acquiring Jardine. Keswick, you can't even keep Wharf. Do you think you can keep Jardine?"
If that were the case, it wouldn’t be you asking Mr. Governor to invite me here today, but I would be asking Mr. Governor to invite you here!”
After hearing this, Mai Lihao felt a little more comfortable. Chu Huan still respected him.
But it was impossible for Henry Keswick to feel comfortable. He was despised by Chu Huan because of Chi Guoguo, but he was also told what was on his mind by Chu Huan. He really had no choice in this matter.
After hearing the news this morning, Henry Keswick was completely stunned. He thought that losing the Wharf would be the biggest blow to him, but he did not expect that losing the Wharf would be just an appetizer. There would be a big one behind it.
The meal is waiting for you.
It’s just that Henry Keswick’s appetite is not that good now, he can’t eat it at all!
After learning about this incident, Henry Keswick experienced a brief moment of anger and immediately started his own... borrowing money.
However, with more than HK$0 billion in cash, no one in Hong Kong can provide him with this help.
At this time, Henry Keswick realized that he had reached the most difficult moment. It was very likely that the glory of the Keswick family in Xiangjiang would disappear in his own generation.
Naturally, Henry Keswick could not accept this situation.
Therefore, Henry Keswick found MacLehose in the hope of forcing Chu Huan to give up the acquisition through administrative means.
Now that Chu Huan has told her something, he is about to become angry!
"Chu Huan, Yihe has been in Xiangjiang for hundreds of years, and our Keswick has also been operating in Xiangjiang for hundreds of years. Do you really think you can acquire our Yihe so easily?"
Chu Huan sat there with a calm expression and said calmly: "I said, I welcome all competitions. As long as the Keswick family has this ability, I will be at the card table, waiting for you to fight at any time!"
Henry Keswick was furious and said angrily: "Chu Huan, don't forget that Hong Kong is still in the hands of the British."
Chu Huan adjusted his sitting posture and said: "Don't forget, the majority of people in Xiangjiang today are Chinese. Now it is your Keswick family that is unable to keep Yihe. Even if I don't acquire it,
There will also be other people acquiring it, and when the time comes, Henry, will you still say this?"
"That's for the future. What I want is now. Chu Huan, you should know my influence in Xiangjiang and England. Even if you really get the shares of Jardine, I will still have ways to prevent you from going smoothly.
Take over Jardine!"
Henry Keswick completely broke up with Chu Huan.
Chu Huan laughed and said: "Very good, I can wait and see, but Keswick, you have to know the consequences of doing this!"
"Of course I know!"
After saying that, Henry Keswick stood up directly, said goodbye to MacLehose, and left MacLehose's office.
"Director Chu, you are indeed a little impulsive this time!"
After Henry Keswick left, MacLehose spoke to Chu Huan in a serious and thoughtful manner.
This chapter is not over yet, please click on the next page to continue reading! "Today's Jiaku is the scorching sun of the business community in Hong Kong. I know that Mr. Chu, you also have your own connections in England, but you should understand that the Keswick family, no matter in Hong Kong,
, both have been operating in England for many years, and their influence is beyond the reach of ordinary businessmen."
Chu Huan showed his smile again, and then said to MacLehose: "Mr. Hong Kong Governor, I remember that because of an unpleasant incident, our Jiaku had a private agreement with the Hong Kong government, that is, in Hong Kong
As long as our Jiaku business is legal and compliant, the Hong Kong government cannot obstruct us in any form, right?"
This was the last guarantee made by the Hong Kong government to Chu Huan when Chu Huan announced those decisions on TV.
MacLehose said helplessly: "Now and then, Mr. Chu, you should know that no matter what kind of promise it is, even if it is written in black and white, sometimes it can be ignored. I admit that Mr. Chu, you are a very good person."
Successful businessmen, but sometimes businessmen have to make way for politics.
Jiaku is now the largest financial group in Hong Kong, so why do you have to rush for a while? When Henry Keswick is older and Jardine's influence is weakened by Jiaku, maybe you can succeed.
Got it!"
Chu Huan chuckled, and then said to MacLehose: "Mr. Governor of Hong Kong, Hong Kong is very small and the world is very big. If I can't even manage a company in Hong Kong, how can I talk about operating and developing in the world's shopping malls, so Yi
And, Land, this time our Jiaku will be settled!"
MacLehose was angry and had a headache. Unlike many governors of Hong Kong, MacLehose still hoped that when he served as governor of Hong Kong, he could leave a reputation for Hong Kong that was friendly to him.
Therefore, MacLehose really did not want malicious competition between Jiaku and Jardine Matheson, the two largest consortiums in Hong Kong, to form during his management of Xiangjiang.
But now, it is obvious that Chu Huan does not intend to give up the acquisition of Jardine.
In the end, MacLehose could only say helplessly: "Director Chu, it seems that you are determined. I can only tell you that this incident will definitely shock not only Xiangjiang."
Chu Huan smiled and said: "Thank you, Mr. Governor of Hong Kong, for the reminder!"
Then Chu Huan also left the Hong Kong Governor's Office.
When Chu Huan returned to the Chinese Bank, Xu Yi was already waiting for Chu Huan.
"Boss, after Henry Keswick left the Hong Kong Government House, he went directly to the home of the Colonial Secretary Luo Bishi. He has not come out yet. And according to reports from our people, the Financial Secretary Xia Dingji and many administrative officials in Hong Kong have all gone to Luo Bishi.
's home.
It seems that they are preparing to take action!"
Chu Huan nodded. From what MacLehose said just now, Chu Huan could tell that MacLehose was more concerned about his acquisition of Jardine and Land this time. He hoped that both parties could settle the matter and did not appear to be too biased in favor of Henry Kay.
Sirk's tendency, but at this time MacLehose's attitude was actually not that important.
Because if Henry Keswick can really get these administrative officials of all sizes in Hong Kong to side with him, even MacLehose will have to take this power into consideration, not to mention that MacLehose is not supporting him, so in the end MacLehose
It is very likely that Hao will be coerced by these administrative officials in Hong Kong to side with Henry Keswick.
"Although we have made friends with some officials in Xiangjiang over the years, the Keswick family has been operating in Xiangjiang for many years, and coupled with Henry Keswick's prestige in Xiangjiang, I am worried that some of our people may turn against them.
!”
Xu Yi continued to report to Chu Huan.
Bao Yugang, Huo Shahuang, Li Jiacheng and others all have their own connections in the Hong Kong government. It is impossible that Chu Huan does not have them, and may even have more connections than them.
But as Xu Yi said, the Keswick family has been operating in Hong Kong for many years and must be hiding some unknown secrets. Their relationship with the Hong Kong government is even more secretive, so it is not certain who will win or lose!
"So, the most important thing for us now is to quickly resolve the relationship with England?"
Chu Huan asked.
Although Chu Huan was a little worried about the situation in Xiangjiang, he was not helpless. Chu Huan was bound to win the acquisition of Yihe Land this time.
Although Henry Keswick has some advantages over Chu Huan in the Hong Kong government, Chu Huan is not without his own advantages in Hong Kong.
That is, Chu Huan controls the media in Xiangjiang and the lives of ordinary people in Xiangjiang. If the other party really dares to use some despicable means to target him, then Chu Huan will let them understand what real capital is.
the power of.
By then, Chu Huan may face a more difficult situation, but these people may have to face the end of leaving Xiangjiang in despair!
So in Chu Huan's view, the more important thing is the situation on the British side. After all, the officials on the Xiangjiang side are all relying on the British side. If the British side can handle it, the relationship on the Xiangjiang side will actually be better.
nailed it.
Xu Yi nodded and said: "That's right!"
While Chu Huan and Xu Yi were discussing this matter, a small Hong Kong government meeting was held at Luo Bishi's home.
In addition to the Colonial Secretary Luo Pishi, who is the home court, and the Financial Secretary Xia Dingji, the Attorney General Qi Leishi who just took over this year, many members of the Legislative Council, as well as the Directors of various government agencies under it, of course, Henry Keswick is also among them
.
"Everyone, the interests of our British people in Hong Kong are being invaded by the Chinese. Chu Huan has been arrogant in Hong Kong for a long time, and now he wants to take away our British flag in Hong Kong, Yihe, and Land. You should understand
, if Chu Huan acquires these two groups, then from now on, Chu Huan will be superior to everyone in Xiangjiang.
And our British glory will be eclipsed in Hong Kong because of this incident. I have invited everyone here today in the hope that everyone can unite and help Yihe overcome this difficulty, because only we
Only after Yihe has overcome this difficulty can we continue to show our British pride in Hong Kong..."
This chapter is not over yet, please click on the next page to continue reading! At this time, Henry Keswick was like a speaker, standing in the middle of the crowd, telling what would happen to them if Jardine and Land were acquired by Chu Huan.
Case.
The people sitting on the sofa were also discussing this matter softly.
After Henry Keswick finished speaking, Xia Dingji spoke. Among the people present, it can be said that Xia Dingji had the most complicated view of Chu Huan.
Before that, he had tried to make Chu Huan understand who had the final say in Xiangjiang, but Chu Huan's several decisions finally turned his targeting into a joke. Later, under Luo Bishi's suggestion,
The relationship with Chu Huan has eased.
But this does not mean that Xia Dingji has forgotten the humiliation that Chu Huan brought to him... Yes, Xia Dingji regarded the previous incident as humiliation.
So at this time, Xia Dingji seemed to see hope.
"Everyone, what Sir Keswick said is correct. Hong Kong at this time is still in our British hands. You should also know that we are negotiating with the Chinese side in order to continue to manage Hong Kong. The British behind us
We have not lost, and we cannot lose now. We cannot let a Chinese become the number one person in Hong Kong’s business community, otherwise the whole world will see our joke..."
Seeing Xia Dingji's impassioned attitude here, Luo Bishi felt helpless. He had already told Xia Dingji about Chu Huan's situation before, but he didn't expect that Xia Dingji's attitude was still so strong now.
It is true that this is Luo Bishi's residence, and he invited these people, but Luo Bishi does not want to participate in the acquisition of Jardine and Land by Chinese Real Estate.
Chu Huan is not an ordinary Xiangjiang businessman. He is a figure with strong influence in the world. Especially when Chu Huan's son Chu Shifeng held a 100-day banquet, he knew that even Qiao Cole came to congratulate him.
It is not easy to target Chu Huan in Xiangjiang.
Yes, these people sitting here at this time are the top leaders of various administrative offices in Hong Kong, and they seem to have absolute power.
But in fact, these people are really not as influential as Chu Huan at this time.
As Luo Bishi and Xia Dingji said before, they are just a group of migrant workers, and they all have their own weaknesses.
That is fear of public opinion reports.
Of course, the public opinion reports here no longer refer only to public opinion reports in Hong Kong, but to influential public opinion reports around the world.
Luo Bishi knew clearly that during Chu Shifeng's 100-day banquet, the head of News Corporation, one of the largest media groups in Europe, was also present in person to congratulate him!
Chu Huan's influence and financial resources in Xiangjiang at this time are enough for him to turn the entire Xiangjiang upside down. At that time, Chu Huan may suffer economic losses or even be suppressed by certain political groups, but that is
Chu Huan.
And what about these people?
If there is really a problem in Xiangjiang, then the outcome of these people is actually doomed.
He was transferred out of Xiangjiang, and then returned to England, announcing that his political career was completely over in an insignificant position!
So Luo Bishi decided that he would only attend this meeting with his eyes and ears, and would never participate in the decision-making of any specific matters.
"ICAC, you can temporarily freeze Jiaku's bank account on the grounds of investigating Jiaku's financial problems. I don't believe that Chu Huan can acquire Jardine and Land under such circumstances!"
After his impassioned speech, Xia Dingji expressed his thoughts.
This thought immediately shocked Luo Bishi, who was prepared not to express his stance.
In fact, not only Luo Bishi, many people at the scene were shocked by Xia Dingji's idea.
Lu Dingtang, the current commissioner of icac, was not intimidated. He was a soldier and had a strong style of conduct. He had long disliked Chu Huan's status in Xiangjiang.
At this time, after hearing Xia Dingji's suggestion, he immediately said: "No problem, I can sign the action order now!"
"Wait a minute!" Han Yili, the first brother in the police station, hurriedly stopped him at this time.
Although the names of Lu Dingtang and Han Yili both look very Chinese, in fact they are both ghosts. They just gave themselves a Chinese name because they worked in Xiangjiang.
Regarding Han Yili's opposition, Henry Keswick, Xia Dingji, Lu Dingtang and other people who advocated teaching Chu Huan some lessons all showed dissatisfaction on their faces.
Especially Lu Dingtang, after the incident involving the police integrity conflict, their relationship has always been somewhat tense.
"Lu Dingtang, what do you mean? Are you worried that the donations Chu Huan gives to your police station every year will no longer be available?"
Lu Dingtang preached loudly.
Jiaku donates to the police station every year.
"Everyone, don't forget the scale of Jiaku in Xiangjiang. At the same time, I also want to remind you not to forget the influence of Jiaku in Xiangjiang and what he has done before.
The entire Jiaku, plus Yunhai Group, now has nearly 100,000 people working for them, and behind this are 00,000 families. If you block Jiaku's account, it will bring devastating consequences to Xiangjiang.
, have you ever thought about the consequences of this?"
Han Yili did not answer Lu Dingtang's question at all, but expressed his worries.
Just this worry caused the scene to fall into silence, and Lu Dingtang lost his arrogance just now...