As a result, many editors and writers of newspapers wanted to take advantage of the situation and give the victim a beating.
This time, left-wing newspapers like Ta Kung Pao clearly sided with Kobayashi Tenmo: "The acquisition was blocked, not our fault! Rediffusion Television's UK headquarters was arrogant and shortsighted, missing out on a golden opportunity!"
The editorial went straight to the point: "Hong Kong Island prides itself on being a free port with a thriving free speech market. However, in the field of television broadcasting, it implements strict licensing controls, with only three TV stations monopolizing the market, stifling competition and innovation!
Mr. Kobayashi's failed acquisition attempt has once again exposed the flaws of this system. If the Hong Kong government truly believes in free competition, why not open up the fourth and fifth television licenses?
Only by allowing more knowledgeable people and powerful capital to participate can we truly promote the flourishing of Hong Kong's media industry, rather than the current stagnant situation where only the strong get stronger!
In the office of the left-wing trade union, several leaders nodded at the Ta Kung Pao editorial: "It makes sense! It's just that the licenses are too restrictive! Why only three companies allowed? It's clear that British capital is afraid of competition!"
"Although Mr. Kobayashi was unsuccessful this time, at least he made more people see clearly the tyranny of British capital and the rigidity of Hong Kong government policies."
Obviously, after accepting some of Lin Huowang's suggestions for improvement, left-wing newspapers like Ta Kung Pao are no longer gentle in their news and opinions. They often seize on some hot events like this and start attacking the Hong Kong British government's double standards on issues such as speech and human rights.
And it has to be said that the effect of doing so is quite good, as some Hong Kong citizens have criticized and reflected on the Hong Kong government as a result.
Instead of blindly following what is said in mainstream media newspapers and being deceived by the propaganda mouthpiece of the British Hong Kong government.
On the other hand, just when the public opinion in Hong Kong was in an uproar because of Kobayashi Tenmo's "frustration", Lu Ruirong, who had just won the third runner-up of Miss Hong Kong, stayed alone in her small room in the old tenement building in Mong Kok, with a sad face, not knowing what to do.
The small desk in front of her was covered with various newspapers that her younger brother Lu Ruiming had just bought. The front page of almost every newspaper was about the name that was familiar and touching to her - "Kobayashi Tenwang", as well as the ridicule, analysis or defense surrounding this name.
All this seemed like a dream. A month ago, she could not even imagine that she would be related to Kobayashi Tenwang, a celebrity tycoon in Hong Kong, and such a close relationship at that.
So now, whenever there are newspapers or reports about Kobayashi Tenwang, Lu Ruirong can't help but buy them and read them carefully to see all the news about him.
However, these newspapers described the turbulent waves in the business world, while her own heart was being wildly stirred by a different kind of emotions and forces.
She repeatedly read the reports describing Kobayashi Tianwang's intention to acquire the TV station and stand up for Liu Rumeng, feeling mixed emotions.
Envy, bitterness, worry... more of a strong sense of crisis and helplessness.
For Liu Rumeng, Xiao Linsheng is willing to do anything, even at the cost of touching the most sensitive media field of British capital.
Xiao Linsheng's concentration and dedication made her feel an indescribable pressure.
The gap between himself and Liu Rumeng was now infinitely magnified by these reports.
"Ah Rong! Phone call! It's from TVB! They're urging you to sign the contract! It's urgent! Go answer it!"
The loud voice of the old man who owns the grocery store at the street corner downstairs, with a strong rural accent, penetrated the thin door and exploded in Lu Ruirong's ears like a thunderclap.
Her whole body trembled violently and her face turned pale in an instant.
What is coming cannot be avoided!
She hurriedly opened the door and called out to her brother, Lu Ruiming, who was reading a newspaper in the living room, "Ah Ming! Hurry... hurry downstairs and answer the phone! Tell the TVB people... tell them I... I have a severe stomachache, vomiting and diarrhea, and I'm in the hospital on an IV drip. I really can't go to the signing today! Hurry!"
Lu Ruiming looked at his sister's panicked expression. Although he was puzzled, he still responded and ran downstairs quickly.
Lu Ruirong's heart was pounding. He leaned against the door, took a few deep breaths, and tried to calm down.
At this time, the parents heard the noise and came over.
"Ah Rong, what's going on? TVB urging you to sign the contract is a good thing!"
Father Lu put down his teacup, frowning slightly. He said in confusion, "You're the runner-up of Miss Hong Kong! Zhu Lingling and Liu Rumeng are aiming to marry into wealthy families, so their filming and appearances must be very rare. Who else can TVB support if not you? How could you deliberately turn down such a great opportunity like this? And even feign illness?"
Mother Lu echoed with a worried look on her face, "Yeah, Ah Rong, signing a contract to become a celebrity is the dream of so many girls. The salary is high, and it's glamorous! If you miss this opportunity, you'll never get it again! Hurry up and explain everything to TVB, and set up a time to sign tomorrow!"
Faced with his parents' questions and expectations, Lu Ruirong felt a surge of bitterness in his heart.
She bit her lower lip, raised her head, and said with struggle and determination in her eyes: "Dad, Mom, are you confused? Have you forgotten what happened between Xiaolin and me?"
"What does your relationship with Xiao Linsheng have to do with TVB's contract? Didn't they say that Miss Hong Kong contestants have to sign artist contracts with TVB?"
Mr. and Mrs. Lu didn't react for a moment.
"That's what I said, but now I... I am also Xiao Linsheng's woman, and Xiao Linsheng has such a big conflict with TVB!
Sir Run Run Shaw, Mona Fong and others hated Xiao Linsheng to the core.
If I turn around and sign a contract with TVB as an artist and become a TVB-promoted artist, wouldn’t that be a slap in the face of Mr. Lin?
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