After all, Wang Shouren had a wife in mainland China.
In addition, there is a significant age difference between them.
However, considering their daughter was already divorced and liked him, they didn't object. They only reluctantly accepted it. If Wang Shouren had come to Hong Kong more than a decade ago, they would never have acknowledged his identity, no matter what. But now it's different; Wang Shouren is now qualified to be on the same level as them.
During the conversation with Lou's father.
Wang Shouren also learned a lot of information.
Wang Shouren only knew that the shipping magnate and Fok Ying-tung were patriotic businessmen with considerable wealth.
But exactly to what extent is it really unclear?
Lou's father didn't treat Wang Shouren as an outsider and told him about their situation.
This period coincided with the peak of the shipping magnate's career. He ranked first among the world's seven shipping magnates, a position he held firmly, and was also one of Hong Kong's top ten conglomerates. His net worth was estimated at at least HK$40 billion.
The current Fok Ying-tung is still far inferior to the shipping magnate.
According to Lou Xiao'e, Fok Ying-tung's standards were not much different from theirs.
However, Fok Ying-tung had a very good relationship with Lou's father. He was the first to express his desire to invest, so Lou's father brought him along.
Today's protagonist is still that shipping magnate.
Today, I'm finally able to meet two legendary figures.
As midnight approached, Lou's father, along with several others, waited at the door, Wang Shouren included. After all, today's event was ostensibly a family banquet, and certain rules still needed to be observed.
The shipping magnate arrived on time and left on time.
These two bigwigs came and went like the wind. They had a meal, and it really was just a meal; they didn't discuss investment matters at all. This left Wang Shouren somewhat puzzled. However, he remained calm. Some things would become clear if he asked Lou's father later; businessmen all had their own set of unspoken rules.
This code is only known to those within this circle. There's no need for him to rush to guess or ask.
This will only lower your own value.
However, before leaving, the shipping magnate asked Wang Shouren a question: "Mr. Wang, I would like to ask you, if I plan to go back and invest, what is the current situation in China?"
“Of course you’re welcome. The country is short of foreign exchange right now.” Wang Shouren smiled and didn’t mince words: “If you really want to come back and invest, I can help you with an introduction.”
"Hahaha, okay, okay, then after the New Year, I'll go back with you?"
This surprised Wang Shouren somewhat.
However, there was a hint of surprise mixed with joy. Over the years, the country had always sought support from certain groups. It's just that those ten years had harmed too many people, and overseas Chinese had adopted a cautious approach. So many friends had perished in that disaster; a single misstep could cost them their lives and fortunes. Who could bear that?
Wang Shouren's arrival in Hong Kong undoubtedly sent a signal to the outside world. This is why the shipping magnate was willing to have this meal.
They want to go back.
Wang Shouren never expected that by coming out and watching the handling of his motorcycle problem, he would end up looking like a representative.
This is somewhat both laughable and lamentable.
Lou Xiao'e had previously mentioned the motorcycle issue, but it turns out that what she cares about most is whether she can go back.
After the shipping magnate left, the atmosphere became more relaxed.
Lou's father spoke up: "Shouren, we're family, so I won't beat around the bush. Is it really safe to go back now?"
"Dad, it's really safe. If it weren't, I wouldn't have resigned from the ministry. By the way, if you go back, you can sort out your previous assets and report them to the government. Most of the houses you owned can still be recovered. However, some of them have probably been partially damaged."
"These are all minor matters." Mr. Lou waved his hand. If the Lou family hadn't made much progress in recent years, they would have been eager for houses and such. But in recent years, the Lou family has developed well, and once they go back, he wouldn't care too much about having a place to live.
Henry Fok smiled and said, "Old Lou, are you planning to go back for a visit?"
Lou's father nodded: "After all, it's hard to leave one's homeland. What, are you planning to go back with us?"
"I won't be going back. Shouldn't someone stay behind to handle your young brother's matter?" Huo Yingdong spoke more casually to Lou's father.
It's clear that these two are very close friends.
Lou Xiao'e and her mother were whispering to each other. Lou's mother would glance at Wang Shouren from time to time, but her eyes were strange. Judging from her expression, it was clear that he wasn't saying anything nice.
“Shouren, I’ll call you that too. I hope you don’t mind?” Fok Ying-tung said gently.
Henry Fok was born in 1923 and is 67 years old this year, making him an elder. Wang Shouren quickly replied, "Of course, Uncle Fok."
This guy is just taking advantage of the situation.
"Alright, I won't beat around the bush. I want to ask if you have a budget for this motorcycle. If I go back and invest in your motorcycle factory, is it feasible or not?" Seeing that Wang Shouren said this, Fok Ying-tung stopped beating around the bush. This was how family members talked, without so many roundabout ways.
"Well, Uncle Huo, to be honest, this motorcycle has been here for quite some time. If you want to sell it, I'm welcome to do so, but if you want to invest, I don't recommend it for family members."
"Oh? Why?" Fok Ying-tung wasn't angry, just a little curious.
He wasn't afraid that Wang Shouren would leave them behind and take over the reins himself.
On one hand, they are practically relatives; on the other hand, it's not that they look down on the mainland, but that the mainland simply doesn't have the capability to distribute goods effectively in Hong Kong. It's safe to say that there's nothing these two companies can't accomplish together. Furthermore, the shipping magnate's intentions are quite clear: he will hand over the distribution channels to them, letting them manage them independently.
He stopped participating.
Therefore, they did not care how Wang Shouren cooperated.
What they're after is the profit from motorcycles.
"To put it simply, my engine has already reached four-stroke, and it's on par with the most advanced ones out there. In fact, it's even a little bit stronger. The next step should be to move into automobiles."
Fok Ying-tung and Lou's father exchanged a glance, both seeing the shock in each other's eyes.
Continue read on readnovelmtl.com
