This is more novel and exciting than meeting reporters on the spot for street interviews, not to mention that the subsequent activities and content are to let these ordinary people push shopping carts and "buy for free" in the supermarket.
On the streets, in tea restaurants, and in office buildings, discussions about "Supermarket Wars" are really hot topics regardless of class or age.
In the tea room of a high-end office building in Central, several white-collar workers in suits and ties were holding cups of coffee.
"Did you watch the 'Supermarket Wars' last night? It was so exciting!"
Mr. Li, a young manager wearing gold-rimmed glasses, said excitedly, "The way that old lady was grabbing rice was hilarious! In 60 seconds, she managed to carry three large bags! This program is incredibly creative. I've studied in the UK for many years, and I've never seen anything like it on the BBC or ITV!"
An older colleague nearby pushed his glasses up and said with a hint of resignation, "It's creative, but it's too expensive. My wife went crazy after watching it last night and insisted on going to Wellcome and charging 10,000 yuan. She said it was money she had to spend anyway, and she got a free chance to appear on TV for free shopping. She could snag 160 seconds, which is enough to buy our family a year's worth of oil, salt, sauce, and vinegar! I can't stop her! What's this?"
Wow!
That was 10,000 Hong Kong dollars in 1977! Even 2,000 years later, not many people would dare to add 10,000 Hong Kong dollars to their supermarket membership cards.
Of course, this is also because the rules designed by Lin Huowang are rather tricky.
Ordinary members who recharge have a chance to be selected to appear on TV and participate in the zero-yuan purchase, while senior users who recharge 10,000 yuan can immediately get the opportunity to purchase for free, as long as they queue up slowly.
In addition, the time limit for zero-yuan purchases is given according to the recharge amount.
Such rule setting naturally creates an unstoppable urge to consume for many housewives who are in charge of household expenses and have money in their pockets.
What's more important is that the money is kept in the supermarket and is not spent immediately. It can be used continuously to buy daily necessities and vegetables. This is very convenient. You don't need to carry a wallet, just a membership card.
All these conveniences and reasons have led to wave after wave of membership recharges.
"Haha, sister-in-law is so courageous!" another colleague joked, "But seriously, if I were chosen, I'd definitely rush to the liquor and tobacco counter first! Those foreign liquors and cigarettes are so expensive! If I can grab them, I'll make a profit! It's much more profitable than grabbing rice and oil! In 60 seconds, I can clear half the counter!"
"You wish! The rules say there's a limit on alcohol and cigarettes, and with so many people watching, you think it's that easy to pull off?"
Mr. Li shook his head, but his eyes gleamed with eagerness. "However, this show really makes me want to try it myself. Mr. Xiaolin is truly a genius. The 10 million yuan the milk company spent was well worth it!"
However, in a crowded tea restaurant near Kowloon Walled City, the discussion was even more heated.
"Damn! That young guy who went up last yesterday was so fierce! He ran away with a few cans of milk powder and almost fell! But he was also stupid! If I were to go, I would only take the expensive things! Milk powder, canned food, ham! If all else fails, a few barrels of oil will do!"
A laborer in work clothes shouted with foam flying at the mouth.
"A Qiang, you're just bragging! You think it's that easy to rob? With such a short time, and if you didn't plan your route well, everything will be gone by the time you get there! I think that old lady is smart. She's targeting the rice and grain area, so she's sure to make a profit!"
A pretty housewife next to him rolled her eyes at him and said,
"That's right, I also went to Wellcome this morning and recharged 500 yuan to try my luck! If I don't win, I'll just consider it as saving money to buy groceries. If I do win, I'll buy laundry detergent and dishwashing liquid, which we need every day, so saving a little is a little!" another housewife also said.
At this moment, a middle-aged man who looked like a small business owner sneered and said pretentiously, "You women are so petty! If you want to play, play big! Top up 10,000 yuan like I did, and you can get in line right away, and you still have 160 seconds! That's plenty of time for me to go shopping! Wellcome also has a lot of imported goods..."
In front of the newsstand in Causeway Bay, several young people who looked like students gathered together and were discussing the content of last night's "Supermarket War" program.
"Wow! That show last night was so cool! It was like being in a movie!"
"Yeah, yeah, that timer is beeping, it's so nerve-wracking! If I were in there, I'd probably be so flustered I wouldn't be able to get anything!"
"What do you think? Will you invite a celebrity over for a date next time? It would be awesome to shop for free with them!"
"You're dreaming! But this show is really good, much more interesting than those singing and dancing shows on TVB! ATV is really awesome now!"
Governor's House, inside the conference room.
The heavy curtains blocked out the morning sun, but the room was filled with the rich aroma of coffee and the tired air of everyone who hadn't slept all night.
It is hard to imagine that these British officials, who have always paid attention to sleep quality and private time, were called into the conference room by Hong Kong Governor Sir Murray MacLehose last night and had a fierce argument and discussed business all night long.
At this time, Sir Murray MacLehose leaned back in his chair, feeling extremely tired, and rubbed his bloodshot eyes weakly with his right hand.
On the long table in front of him were scattered various documents and reports that had been temporarily obtained.
All these documents point to only one core issue, which is how the Hong Kong government should respond to Asia Television's newly-forged public opinion sword called "Focus Interview".
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