The study terrace of the Governor's House on Victoria Peak.
The morning sun shines on the sea in the distance, making the waves sparkle.
Just like the British Hong Kong government's rule over Hong Kong Island, the prosperity of Hong Kong Island is fundamentally derived from geopolitics, from its being the only window for mainland China to the outside world, and from the hard work of the people of Hong Kong Island.
However, these self-satisfied people in Hong Kong are trying to attribute this tremendous achievement to themselves, to the cannibalistic colonialism and capitalism.
It really makes people laugh out loud!
But it is undeniable that as the British Queen's expatriate colonial governor, the majesty and power of the Governor's Office in Hong Kong Island were still quite awe-inspiring at that time.
Governor of Hong Kong Sir Murray MacLehose and his wife Lady Teresa Teresa were enjoying English breakfast while flipping through a pile of newspapers on the table.
Almost all the front-page headlines are reporting the same eye-catching topic - "Kobayashi Tenmo acquires LiShi".
Deng Liping put down the Ming Pao newspaper in her hand, and with a trace of incomprehensible confusion on her already aged face, she looked at her husband and asked:
"My dear, I really can't understand why someone as smart as Kobayashi Tenmo would announce the acquisition of Rediffusion with such fanfare?
Doesn't he know that the British will never sell him a TV station? This is simply asking for a slap in the face.
If he is rejected, he will become the laughing stock of the whole of Hong Kong and his previously accumulated reputation will be greatly reduced.
Even if he could really buy Lishi, the price he paid would be high.
Is it really like what the newspapers say, that this is just an expensive romantic drama to make Bo Liu Rumeng smile?
Murray MacLehose was slowly cutting the fried egg on the plate, with an unfathomable smile on his lips.
He was also shocked when he received the news last night, but after the shock, he began to think more deeply.
"Just to please women?"
MacLehose shook his head. "No, Delaney. Every move Kobayashi makes has a deeper purpose. I don't believe he would be so superficial. He must have other motives."
Yesterday we were still discussing his smoke bomb tactics, and this time, it might be a smoke screen again.
He publicly announced his intention to acquire Rediffusion Television, ostensibly to defend Liu Rumeng and declare war on TVB. The publicity was earth-shattering. Everyone saw his determination and strength, and his love for Liu Rumeng.
This in itself was a huge deterrent and a display of authority. Whether successful or not, he achieved part of his goal—putting pressure on TVB, currying favor with Liu Rumeng, and simultaneously declaring to the entire city that he possessed the power to shake up the industry landscape.
Deng Liping nodded thoughtfully upon hearing this, and then said, "You mean, he might have predicted that the acquisition would be rejected? Then what was he after? Just for this superficial momentum?"
Isn't this price too high? Once publicly rejected, the image of "all-powerful" that he has carefully cultivated will be shattered.
After all, since his rise to fame, he has become an idol for the new generation of young people in the hearts of Hong Kong people. The nickname "Xiao Lin Tornado" is not wrong; wherever he goes, he stirs up a whirlwind, turning the world upside down.
"That's exactly the key. Once the arrow is shot, there's no turning back. He's built up such a big momentum, he's putting himself on the line. If Rediffusion Television refuses, and the British refuse on the grounds that it's 'not for sale,' it will be a real blow to Kobayashi Tianwang's prestige. Then, given Sir Run Run Shaw's personality and TVB's style..."
MacLehose smiled knowingly and continued, "Guess what TVB's noontime news will say? I bet they'll use the most inflammatory language, hyping up Kobayashi Tenmo's 'overestimation of his abilities' and 'humiliation,' portraying him as an arrogant clown who got beaten to a pulp by the truly powerful British capital and TVB."
Run Run Shaw would never miss this golden opportunity to consolidate his position and dampen the arrogance of his opponents."
Deng Liping couldn't help but smile at the thought, shaking her head slightly. "It's a shame indeed. If the acquisition had been successful, the Hong Kong television industry would have seen a fierce competition, which would have been spectacular. As it is now... I'm afraid Xiaolin Tianwang's drama can't continue. From now on, it all depends on how he ends it."
Just then, the intercom on the desk rang.
Murray MacLehose stood up and walked over to pick up the phone: "Say... um... I see."
The call was very brief, consisting of only a few words.
He put down the phone, the expected smile on his face deepened, and he turned to his wife and said calmly:
"Just received the news. The official response to Longteng Newspapers has arrived from Li's headquarters in London."
Deng Liping looked at him curiously: "What's the result?"
MacLehose spread his hands, his tone a touch playful. "The answer is as expected. Rediffusion TV is 'Not for Sale'. Rejected! It's not a question of price, but there's absolutely no room for negotiation. The British... still value this brand very much."
Murray MacLehose had actually anticipated this result, so he would not give ATV Hong Kong the excuse that "the Governor refused to sell it."
His attitude of "neither supporting nor opposing" yesterday directly made the British Red Cross headquarters the bad guy.
Upon hearing this, Deng Liping showed an expression of "as expected" on her face, and at the same time, she sighed softly with a hint of regret for not being able to watch the show.
This acquisition drama that shocked the whole of Hong Kong seemed to be ending in an extremely embarrassing way before it even began.
TVB building, Run Run Shaw's office.
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