Li family
Li Ka-shing, watching the press conference on TV, said, "It seems that Shen Dong and the U.S. government have reconciled."
Li Zekai sighed and said, "If the U.S. government no longer antagonizes Shen Dong in the future, it doesn't seem like a good thing for us."
Li Ka-shing asked calmly, "Ze Kai, in your heart, have you always regarded Shen Dong as an enemy?"
Li Zekai answered without hesitation, "Yes."
Li Ka-shing said, "Why? Is it because he once embarrassed you? Or because he had a falling out with our Li family? Or is there some other reason? Think about it carefully, there's no need to rush to answer."
Li Zekai pondered for a while, then suddenly gave a bitter smile and said, "It's jealousy."
Li Ka-shing asked, "What do you mean?"
Li Zekai said, "In business, there are wins and losses, which is normal, and I won't take it to heart. The real reason I see Shen Dong as an enemy is probably out of jealousy. Before Shen Dong emerged, the most influential young generation in Hong Kong was me, my elder brother, and some other family members."
"But ever since Shen Dong appeared, his brilliance has overshadowed all of us. I have to admit that Shen Dong is really, really outstanding, so outstanding that I feel like I have to look up to him."
"It was out of jealousy that I always hoped Shen Dong would suffer misfortune. Only when he suffered misfortune could I feel that he, like us, could also fail."
"Father, I was wrong."
Li Ka-shing laughed and said, "It really makes me feel very gratified that you can say such things. Zekai, let alone you, I am a little jealous of him. At such a young age, he has wealth far exceeding that of our four major families. In just a few years, he has surpassed the efforts of us old guys for a lifetime. What amazing talent he is! It can almost be called a miracle in business history."
Looking at the radiant Shen Dong on television, Li Ka-shing continued, "There are billions of people in the world. He is the only one who, at the age of thirty, has become a billionaire through his own efforts. I believe it will be difficult for another Shen Dong to emerge within a hundred years. Being in the same era as him is your misfortune, but it is also your fortune. At least you have a visible goal that will keep you moving forward."
Li Zekai nodded, then suddenly asked, "Father, did the US government lose again this time?"
Li Ka-shing said, "We lost completely. If I'm not mistaken, the crash of those armed helicopters and the tragic deaths of dozens of Americans were all the work of Shen Dong. This man is too ruthless, and his audacity is beyond measure. Compared to him, those so-called triads in Hong Kong are simply third-rate."
Li Zekai said, "Father, I want to start my own business."
Li Ka-shing looked at Li Zekai and asked, "Have you thought it through?"
Li Zekai nodded heavily and said, "No rainbow without rain. Father, I don't want to hide under your wing forever. I hope to be like Shen Dong, to face the storms outside with my own abilities and courage. Even if I fall on the road in the end, I will have no fear."
Li Ka-shing let out a long sigh of relief and said, "Zekai, you've really grown up. Go on, do what you want to do."
Li Zekai said gratefully, "Father, thank you for your support."
Li Ka-shing laughed heartily and said, "You are my son, who else would I support if not you?"
Li Zekai couldn't help but hug Li Ka-shing before turning and leaving.
Li Ka-shing took off his glasses, wiped his reddened eyes, and said, "This rascal has even touched me a little."
Not only the Huo and Li families, but other business tycoons also paid close attention to Shen Dong's press conference.
They knew that in this thrilling battle, the US government had lost face and substance, while Shen Dong had emerged victorious.
Starting today, Hong Kong Island is very likely to enter an era of "sunken buildings".
A week later, the aftershocks of the missile attack on the Central Police Station finally subsided.
Angela became the twenty-seventh Chief Executive after Michael, and the only female Chief Executive in the history of the Hong Kong Island government.
In her inaugural speech, she won the favor of most citizens of Hong Kong with her generous, sincere and gentle demeanor.
Inside the villa of Chen Dong
During dinner, Li Xinxin asked, "Honey, is Angelia's appointment to office beneficial to you?"
Shen Dong laughed and said, "I guess that's an advantage. She's a moderate, not as radical as Mike."
Haitang glanced at him and said, "Killing someone with a soft knife is even more terrifying."
Shen Dong nodded and said, "Then we'll see if her soft knife can hit our vitals. Tengfei Group isn't a listed company, so it doesn't need to be accountable to the Securities Regulatory Commission or shareholders. As long as we don't go down the wrong path, Angelia simply won't be able to find any flaws in us."
Ou Yongen asked, "What about Hang Seng Bank? I heard you're going to auction off shares?"
Shen Dong said, "It will be tomorrow afternoon. Under Liu Dong's leadership, Hang Seng Bank has completely emerged from its predicament, and its market value has reached US$8.8 billion. I plan to keep 60% and sell the remaining 38% or so of shares."
Ou Yongen said, "Once those wealthy people board the ship, Hang Seng Bank's stock will inevitably skyrocket. Shouldn't you then issue shares to raise funds?"
Shen Dong gave a thumbs up and said, "Smart. This is Liu Dong's plan; he intends to raise three billion US dollars from outside sources."
Ou Yongen said, "In that case, wouldn't you not own half of the shares?"
Shen Dong said, "Don't worry, I have a veto right. Even if the shares are diluted to one percent, Hang Seng Bank will still be mine."
Ou Yongen said, "Okay, you're amazing."
Shen Dong said, "Liu Dong is truly remarkable. Your godfather's old friend is a man of exceptional character and ability. I am very reassured that Hang Seng Bank is under his leadership."
Qiu Ti said, "Honey, your business is growing bigger and bigger, but your situation is becoming more and more dangerous. Like last time, if you hadn't foreseen that the American military would take action against you, the consequences would have been unimaginable."
Li Xinxin nodded and said, "Qiu Ti is right. Honey, don't you always say to be low-key in life and high-profile in work? Have you been too high-profile lately?"
Shen Dong sighed and said, "I mainly didn't expect the arms purchase with the Soviet Union to cause such a big reaction in the United States. Fortunately, our family got through it safely. The American government should calm down in the future, and I won't do anything to provoke them anymore."
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