Hong Kong is dotted with restaurants, but when it comes to the essence of Cantonese cuisine, Fook Lam Moon Restaurant is undoubtedly at the top of the list.
Since opening in 1972, the restaurant has quickly become renowned for its authentic cuisine and exceptional service.
It has become a popular destination for celebrities from all walks of life and is known as the leader in the dining halls of the wealthy.
That night, Mo Zhexuan booked a table in the VIP room of Fortune Hotel, preparing to have dinner with the charter king, Li Zhaoji and Huo Yingdong.
Together they discussed an important cooperation agreement - forming a consortium to launch a strategic offensive against the Jardine Matheson Group.
"Mr. Mo! Your plan is indeed flawless, but there are two points that I'm worried might go wrong..."
Lin Xingwen is currently the general manager of Jinshi Securities and naturally understands the various businesses within the company.
He also strongly agreed with the plan to acquire Jardine Matheson Holdings and force the Keswick family to sell the Hong Kong Electric Company at a high price.
But now they want to directly take over Jardine Matheson Holdings and indirectly control Hutchison Whampoa, which will be extremely difficult.
The Jardine Matheson Group has been operating in Hong Kong for many years and is no pushover. If the Hong Kong government intervenes, everything will be in vain.
"Just say whatever you want to say, don't be so fussy." Mo Zhexuan took a sip of tea and said nonchalantly.
Lin Xingwen looked at Mo Zhexuan with a hint of solemnity in his tone.
"My main concern is the Hong Kong government's intervention. The Jardine Matheson Group has a profound influence in Hong Kong.
Once there are policy restrictions and interventions, it will be difficult to achieve a successful acquisition.
The next biggest player is HSBC. If it sides with Jardine Matheson...”
Mo Zhexuan interrupted Lin Xingwen before he finished speaking:
"I have already given careful consideration to the two points you mentioned."
"First of all, regarding the Hong Kong government, I already have accurate information from sources.
The negotiations between the two sides are now nearing completion, and the future of Hong Kong has become clear.
We will have a greater say in this land.
Therefore, within the scope permitted by law, the Hong Kong government will not easily interfere with our actions.
Besides, Jardine Matheson moved its registered office to Bermuda precisely out of concern for the future situation.”
Having said that, Mo Zhexuan paused for a moment and then continued:
“If the three of us can work together to form a consortium for a joint acquisition, our chances of success will naturally increase significantly.
Moreover, the current debt situation of Swire Properties is worrying, and the total debt amount is by no means a small amount.
If we act quickly, the Keswick family may be pressured into giving in."
“Let’s talk about HSBC. Shen Bi is an out-and-out old fox. He is a man of discerning eyes.
In addition, our consortium has the participation of HSBC independent director Bao Chuanwang.
Do you think he will choose to side with us or with Jardine Matheson?
Obviously, the addition of Charter King will give us an advantageous position in our communication with HSBC..."
At this moment, Secretary Wen Jing pushed the door open and said hurriedly:
"Mr. Mo, I just received a notification from the front desk that Mr. Bao, Mr. Li, and Mr. Huo have arrived and are heading this way."
"Okay, I understand." Mo Zhexuan immediately stood up and prepared to go and greet him in person.
After a while, Wang Yuchuan, Li Zhaoji and Huo Yingdong arrived one after another.
After exchanging warm greetings, they each found a seat and sat down.
The waiters began to serve the dishes skillfully.
Plates of brightly colored delicacies gradually filled the table, and the tempting aroma filled the air.
After a few glasses of wine, the atmosphere gradually heated up and the chat ended in laughter.
Mo Zhexuan cleared his throat, attracting everyone's attention, and then slowly got to the point.
"I'm mainly planning a collaboration this time. I wonder if you're interested."
"Xiaoxuan! Just say whatever you want to say!" Li Zhaoji put down his wine glass and spoke directly.
The two had already communicated in advance. After all, he is still his father-in-law, right?
With the relationship of Li Peizhen, their relationship naturally reached a new level.
During this period, the two sides also reached several cooperation agreements, all of which were in real estate.
There is also a large cooperation in progress. Once completed, the strength of both parties will be enhanced.
"My idea is that the four of us form a joint consortium to acquire Jardine Matheson's core asset, Landsea Land."
Mo Zhexuan stopped beating around the bush and spoke slowly in the face of Baochuan Wang and Huo Yingdong's gazes.
As soon as these words were spoken, Bao Chuan Wang and Huo Yingdong's expressions changed drastically.
Both of them had some guesses in their minds before coming, but they never expected that it would be the acquisition of Hutchison Whampoa Real Estate.
"Xiaoxuan! You are so brave." After the charter boat king came to his senses, he praised sincerely.
But he was a little unconcerned in his heart, because the difficulty of acquiring Hutchison Whampoa Real Estate could be described as climbing to the sky.
The cost of the last acquisition of Hutchison Whampoa is still fresh in our memory. It was really a huge loss!
"Yeah!" Huo Yingdong couldn't help but nodded, but he was more surprised.
I thought to myself that I should try to persuade him later, as this plan has absolutely no chance of success.
"Xingwen! Tell me about our plan." Mo Zhexuan naturally knew that it was not easy to reach a cooperation.
After all, everyone knows that Hutchison Whampoa, controlled by the Jardine Matheson Group, is the "crown jewel" of the property sector.
If it was really that easy to acquire it, we would have done it a long time ago and not wait until now.
Therefore, only by coming up with a truly feasible plan can we convince the two of them.
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