We controlled Hutchison Whampoa and were burdened with a massive debt of £1.3 billion from HSBC and Jardine Matheson combined.
If we go bankrupt, the share price of Hong Kong Land will collapse, and the 1 billion loan from HSBC will instantly become a non-performing asset. How will Shen Bi explain this to London?
Jardine Matheson lost all its 300 million yuan in loans. We and they have long been a community of interests, rising and falling together!
Even if he knew we were taking a risk, he wouldn't let us fall easily. At least, while we still had value, and before the entire chess game of Jardine Matheson completely collapsed, he wouldn't dare! He couldn't!
He will be angry, he will give warnings, he will put pressure on us... but in the end, he will leave us a way out, and even... after we win the 'bet', he will become one of the biggest beneficiaries.
Because our success means further stabilization of Hutchison Whampoa's share price, and means that the "checks and balances system" he personally built will be more solid.
Shen Bi is a pure banker, his core concerns being stability and profit. As long as our 'gamble' seems to have a strong enough chance of success and can bring greater potential returns, he won't choose to go all out at the critical moment. He can assess the risks, and he is even more skilled in calculating the benefits.
Lin Huowang said these words to comfort An Gaoqiaohao, but in fact, only Lin Huowang knew the biggest trump card in his hand.
That is rebirth, that is the many memories and experiences from later generations, transcending the entire era. Even if there are some accidents and the butterfly effect produces some deviations, Lin Huowang has countless ways to make a comeback.
Therefore, compared with the risk of failure and bankruptcy, what Lin Huowang does not want to miss is these rare opportunities for explosive growth in his memory.
After hearing Lin Huowang's analysis, Gao Qiaohao fell silent.
The boss's analysis is like a cold yet perfect logical chain, one link after another.
He recalled the complex and shrewd look in Shen Bi's eyes when he facilitated the Hutchison Whampoa deal, and the generous loan and liability exemption clauses that HSBC ultimately provided. Yes, the interests were too deeply tied together.
"So, proceed as planned. Convert these 1.8 billion into silver futures contracts on the Chicago and London exchanges as quickly as possible. If Shen Bi asks about it... ignore them for now. Let me handle it."
Gao Qiaohao immediately responded seriously, "Hey! I'll do it right away! I guarantee all the funds will be in place within three days!"
He picked up the documents, turned around and walked away quickly.
The office door closed gently, blocking out the noise from the outside world.
Lin Huowang's gaze returned to the bustling Central outside the window.
A battle that is more dangerous and involves higher stakes than the acquisition of Swire Properties has quietly begun.
A cold silver light flickered faintly in his deep eyes.
What he was betting on was not only the surge in silver prices, but also the human instinct of seeking profit and avoiding harm and Shen Bi's rational calculations as a banker.
On the top floor of the HSBC Building, Shen Bi's office was filled with solemnity.
Senior assistant Davis stood in front of the large desk, beads of sweat on his forehead, holding an urgent report in his hand.
"Boss, this is extremely unusual! Since yesterday afternoon, we've detected large-scale unusual fund movements at the core companies controlled by Xiao Linsheng—Hong Kong Land Group, Dairy Farm, Longteng Newspapers, and even several of his offshore investment companies!"
Davis pushed the report in front of Shen Bi and said seriously, "First, there was the secondary pledge application for several core commercial properties under the Hong Kong Land Group, the amount of which was huge; then, more than 80% of the cash reserves on the Dairy Farm's books were converted into US dollars and British pounds in batches, and through complex related transactions, they eventually flowed into the designated accounts of the London Metal Exchange (LME) and the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME);
Longteng Newspaper's cash flow has been nearly drained, with funds similarly being remitted to overseas futures markets. Preliminary statistics indicate that over the past 24 hours alone, the total outflow has exceeded HK$1.5 billion! And judging by the signs, this is likely just the beginning!
When Shen Bi heard this, his eyes became stern and his expression instantly darkened.
He picked up the report and scanned the cold figures and capital flow charts with sharp eyes.
He frowned and tapped his fingers unconsciously on the expensive mahogany table.
"Silver futures? He mobilized the cash flow of almost all of his core assets, even resorting to pledging his properties twice, just to... buy silver futures? Is he crazy?!"
Davis nodded, his tone becoming more serious as he spoke, "Yes, Boss. The operation was very swift and covert. If it weren't for our in-depth monitoring as the primary clearing bank, it would have been almost impossible to detect the connection immediately. But the target is very clear - the international silver futures market."
This is either... a gamble with unimaginably high risks, or... a prelude to capital flight! After all, his current identity and situation..."
“Capital flight?”
Chen Bi looked up in disbelief, a cold glint in his eyes flashing for a moment, but then he immediately denied his thought and shook his head, saying, "Impossible! He just got control of Hong Kong Land, and his career is booming. The 'Home Ownership' project has earned him huge prestige, and Asia Television is also flourishing under his leadership.
His interests in Hong Kong Island are already deeply rooted, and his foundation is even cleaner than that of the Huo family!
Flee? Where could he flee to? Japan? That little foundation is not worth mentioning! His entire fortune and life are tied to Hong Kong Island! Tied to the loan from HSBC!
The more Shen Bi spoke, the more he felt that this idea was ridiculous. With Xiaolin Tianwang's current status and wealth, where could he escape to? With such a huge foundation, he was afraid that he would be deeply tied to Hong Kong Island for the rest of his life, but the flow of funds above was an indisputable fact.
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