Xing Baohua remained expressionless and asked President Zheng, "How did President Zheng know I was having dinner here?"

"It's quite a coincidence. A few friends from my company were having a small gathering here, and my subordinates happened to see you come in, so I took the liberty of coming over to get to know Mr. Xing." General Manager Zheng spoke very politely.

"Thank you. May I borrow your wine and offer you a toast?" Xing Baohua raised his glass, though in his heart it wasn't much.

Even if it's the best wine, he can't taste its flavor.

After the two finished, Xing Baohua asked again, "President Zheng, let's not beat around the bush, what do you want to see me about?"

"It's nothing serious, I just wanted to get to know Mr. Xing."

Xing Baohua shook his head in disbelief.

If the other person were from the north, Xing Baohua might have believed it, because most northerners like to drink baijiu (a type of Chinese liquor). Those who own a car and have the means will keep a few bottles of liquor and cigarettes in the trunk.

Southerners rarely drink baijiu (Chinese liquor), especially in Hong Kong. Wealthy people might keep some imported liquor or red wine in their trunks, which they bring out occasionally for a dinner party to impress others.

Bringing out a mismatched bottle of Moutai specifically to target Xing Baohua was deliberate. Without prior preparation, Xing Baohua would have believed that the other party always kept a variety of liquors in their trunk.

"Speaking of which, I must thank Mr. Xing for taking care of Lizhen and for singing her a song," Mr. Zheng continued with a smile, even glancing towards Ms. Lizhen.

Xing Baohua was a little confused.

He looked at Director Tian and Liang Zai. Then he asked Liang Zai's agent, "Isn't Lizhen an artist under Capital Artists?"

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“She’s an artist under Cinepoly Records, and her film and television contracts are also with Cinema City,” Leung’s manager said.

"New Artbo?" Xing Baohua was also hearing the name of this record company for the first time.

"It's a record company that PolyGram and Cinema City jointly established. Just like Mr. Xing and Capital Artists jointly established Hainan Entertainment," Mr. Zheng explained.

Xing Baohua nodded and said to Lizhen, "How did you infiltrate Huaxing? I always thought you were one of Huaxing's people. What a mess this is!"

"I'm sorry, Mr. Xing, I was looking for my brother at the time and didn't have time to explain," Lizhen quickly apologized.

Xing Baohua waved his hand and said, "Alright, that's all for you. Sit down!"

Turning to President Zheng, he asked, "How do we calculate the cost of the song for her?"

"We've already reached an agreement with Huaxing Media that Xinyibao won't take a single penny of the song's revenue. We'll also cooperate if needed for promotion," Mr. Zheng said with a smile.

Xing Baohua felt a bit frustrated. So, he had done someone a favor with a song, but hadn't gotten anything in return?

Unfortunately, Sister Li wasn't Xing Baohua's type, otherwise he could have recouped some of his losses.

Xing Baohua picked up his glass, took a sip, and said nothing more.

"Mr. Xing, could we schedule a time? I'm representing PolyGram and Cinepoly to discuss some collaborations with Hainan Entertainment," Mr. Zheng asked.

"No time? After the opening ceremony of Huahong Bank, I need to go back to the mainland to take charge of work. I have too many companies and can't handle everything. Haina Entertainment is just a hobby for me." Xing Baohua refused immediately.

After hearing this, President Zheng smiled.

Considering Xing Baohua's current status, the entertainment company is just one of many companies he owns. Unlike others who treat the record company as their main business.

"Then let's discuss this further when Mr. Xing has time. By the way, I'd also like to invite you for tea sometime, as I work for Lijun under my management." After saying this, President Zheng got up to take his leave.

Xing Baohua remained seated without moving. After General Manager Zheng left the room, Xing Baohua said to Sister Li, "Your boss's already gone, aren't you going to follow?"

These words made Sister Li's face turn pale.

After everyone left, Xing Baohua suddenly asked Liang Zai's agent where Mr. Zheng was from.

Just as he had guessed, she was from the other side of the strait.

Helplessly, he shook his head again. Regardless of whether it was the famous Teresa Teng or anyone else, he didn't have a good impression of her.

Mainland Chinese people really love Teresa Teng!

Unfortunately, she never set foot on this land.

It is often said that art has no boundaries, but in reality, it does.

After eating and drinking their fill, Xing Baohua didn't go to karaoke with Liangzai and the others.

While waiting for the bank to open, Xing Baohua also oversaw operations at Hainan Holdings, remotely directing various aspects of his family's factory and overseas companies.

Professor Li, who is currently in the United States, has also set a return date. He will arrive in the capital in half a month.

Xing Baohua said that he would personally go to the capital to pick her up.

Shortly after hanging up the phone, Yu Shenghai knocked on Xing Baohua's office door and entered to report on his work.

Actually, the Ministry of Finance noticed that H-shares have been making significant moves recently, with a high probability of rising, and wanted to ask Xing Baohua if they should add more shares.

Xing Baohua shook his head and instructed Yu Shenghai to raise the scattered funds held by various departments, which would then be pooled with the savings of Huahong Bank to invest in Japan's real estate market.

Xing Baohua didn't dare tell the other party that she needed to access her savings.

This is a big deal; the news must not be leaked. Otherwise, the newly opened Huahong Bank will definitely face a run on its banks and go bankrupt.

People's savings can actually be used to ensure the normal operation of banks with just a little working capital.

As long as there is no bank run, the funds can be flexibly mobilized by taking advantage of the time difference. If a customer needs to withdraw a large amount of funds, an appointment time will be scheduled.

Given enough time, banks can handle the flow of funds with ease.

Otherwise, how could banks use savings to make loans?

The older brother called Xing Baohua and invited her to a bar for drinks tonight.

That evening, Xing Baohua arrived at the agreed-upon private room at the bar. When she found only her brother there, she asked, "Didn't you have any friends with you?"

The older brother said with a smile, "I invited you here alone. I heard you like to drink baijiu (Chinese liquor), so I specially asked someone to bring back a bottle of good liquor from the mainland."

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