When Nottingham Jones and Yao Mu heard that Fang Lang wanted to hand over the scene to them and go back to rest, they were immediately overjoyed, knowing that they had passed this level.
Next, as long as the other party does not go back on their word and tells others about the situation here, they can easily cover up the possible major crisis.
But at the same time, after the brief exchange between the few people just now, the two of them didn't want to miss out on these two obvious big names in front of them.
Yao Mu knew very well that having the opportunity to meet such a great Chinese figure was a rare and great opportunity for him.
Don't be fooled by the fact that he, the Chief Chinese Detective, seems very impressive in Hong Kong City. However, in Hong Kong City's upper class society, or when you step out of this tiny place, he is simply a small and insignificant character.
Therefore, he certainly didn't want to miss such a good opportunity, and immediately took the initiative to step forward and say:
"Mr. Fang, I don't know where you live. What time would be best for me to deliver the gift to you tomorrow?"
After hearing this, Fang Lang remembered that it was indeed not appropriate for him to live in the naval base now, but he also didn't want the residence he secretly prepared to be discovered.
It seems that he will have to arrange a place for himself to live in this month. Unfortunately, he is not familiar with Hong Kong City, so he can only smile and say:
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"I just came to Hong Kong City and now live in the Admiralty Naval Base. I don't have my own private residence. If Mr. Yao has a suitable place, please help me recommend it."
Yao Mu felt more at ease after hearing this, knowing that the person in front of him was definitely a real big shot. Because the Admiralty Naval Base was the territory of the British Navy, not just any random person could enter, let alone live in it.
But because this is an important naval base, a Chinese detective like him is not qualified to enter there, so how can he hold the big thick legs that he had finally discovered!
Now that the other party asked him if he had any good private residence to recommend, he immediately had an idea: should he invite the other party to visit his newly purchased home?
But before Yao Mu could say anything, Nottingham Jones on the side spoke first.
"Mr. Fang, the naval base is not a place we can enter and exit at will. If you need to make a short stop in Hong Kong City, I can help you get a room at the Peninsula Hotel. It will be more convenient for you to have any private social events at that time."
When Fang Lang heard the name Peninsula Hotel, he was stunned. It was not that he had never heard of it, but he had heard it too many times, and his ears were almost callused. This was the most famous hotel in Hong Kong movies!
Precisely because of his great fame, he is relatively distant from ordinary people, and Fang Lang in his previous life never had the opportunity to interact with him.
Now, after hearing Nottingham Jones' recommendation, he realized that this hotel, which later became famous, had already been established during this period. He felt a little curious for a moment and couldn't help but blurt out:
"Oh! Has the Peninsula Hotel been established by this time?"
He regretted the moment he said it. Wouldn't this expose his identity as a time traveler?
After hearing what he said, Nottingham Jones seemed to have misunderstood something and said quickly:
"Yes, the hotel has already reopened! Although it was occupied by the Japanese during World War II and used as a command center, it did not suffer much damage during the war.
After the war, it returned to the hands of the Kadoorie family, and has now resumed normal operations."
Fang Lang breathed a sigh of relief when he heard this. It turned out that this hotel had been used as a command center by the Japanese.
Anyway, I really need a place to stay in Hong Kong, so I might as well experience the Peninsula Hotel which became famous in later generations.
Just as he was about to nod in agreement, he heard Reinhardt beside him ask:
"Which family is this Kadoorie family? Why have I never heard of it?"
Nottingham Jones and Yao Mu were stunned when they heard this. What do you mean? You haven't heard of such a famous family. Are you really British? They couldn't help but cast doubtful glances at Reinhardt.
Fang Lang laughed when he heard this and said:
“Haha… Reinhardt, your family’s influence is mainly in the UK, so it’s normal that you don’t know much about the situation in Asia.
If I'm not mistaken, this family should be a family that developed in the Far East. You should know the details by asking the Governor of Hong Kong. If you are interested, you can make friends with them!"
Nottingham Jones on the side also reacted quickly and explained:
"Yes, sir. The Kadoorie family is an Anglo-Jewish family whose ancestral home is in Iraq. They first made their fortune in Shanghai, China, and later moved to Hong Kong. They mainly run power plants, trade, finance, and hotels.
During World War II, most of their family businesses were occupied by the Japanese, and the power plants of China Light and Power Company were blown up by them. Family members were imprisoned in concentration camps by the Japanese.
After the war, thanks to the efforts of Mr. Lawrence Kadoorie, their family business recovered rapidly, the power plant was rebuilt, and the Peninsula Hotel was renovated and reopened to the public.
They are a very famous Jewish family in Hong Kong, but in the UK, many people may not have heard of their name. "
Hearing this, Reinhardt just curled his lips in disdain and said casually:
"Oh! So he's a country bumpkin from Iraq. That's fine. There's no need to make friends."
You can feel the arrogance and disdain in his words without even having to listen to them.
Fang Lang held his forehead with his hands when he heard this. This guy's nature was really hard to change. Although he behaved normally when interacting with him, his attitude towards other people really showed the British arrogance to the fullest.
No wonder he discriminated against me in the past. This was definitely discrimination against everyone except the British nobles! If I hadn't saved his life and helped him cover up his experience of surrender, this guy might not even look at me straight in the eye.
But in the process of interacting with him, he still behaved like a good friend. Whatever, he is arrogant! As long as he doesn't kick me, I won't bother to pay attention to him.
Nottingham Jones, who was standing by, was shocked when he saw Reinhardt's reaction. It seemed that the identity of this young naval lieutenant colonel was not just a simple British aristocrat!
Although there are still many British aristocrats today, most of their families have declined. Therefore, although many people still have aristocratic titles, they do not actually live an aristocratic life.
A guy who can perform like Reinhardt means that the family behind this guy is not among the declining families.
Such families often have extraordinary status and influence in their ancestral home. This made Nottingham Jones' eyes sparkle as he looked at Reinhardt.
Fortunately, he had lived in Hong Kong Island for many years and knew that the Kadoorie family was not something he could afford to offend, so he barely suppressed the urge to belittle the Kadoorie family and flatter them.
Fang Lang didn't want Reinhardt to offend the unfamiliar Kadoorie family too much, so he took the initiative to speak:
“Okay, okay, since you, Master Henderson, don’t want to make friends with the other party, forget it.
However, I will stay in Hong Kong for a month this time. Your naval base is already overcrowded. If I live in the naval base, many officers and soldiers of our fleet will have to continue to squeeze on the warships. It is better to directly book a few rooms in the Peninsula Hotel and transfer some of our naval officers and soldiers here.
It also gives us, the officers and soldiers who have just finished a long sea voyage, a chance to rest on land.”
If it was at the beginning, Reinhardt, who was always ready to deal with the conflict between China and Britain, might have persuaded Fang Lang not to go too far away from his warship. But now, after several communications with Fang Lang, he also believed in Fang Lang's judgment that China and Britain would never fight in Hong Kong.
It would be a waste of time and energy to continue to stay on the warship to prepare for battle. It would be better to relax and have some fun in the port city.
You have to know that as a naval lieutenant colonel, he has been in Hong Kong City for quite some time, but he has been in the barracks most of the time and has not had many opportunities to experience the prosperity of Hong Kong City.
Now, why not take advantage of the fact that his good brother Fang Lang is also in Gangcheng and apply to accompany the friendly forces and have some fun together in Gangcheng!
"In that case, I'll stay at the Peninsula Hotel with you!"
Fang Lang was stunned when he heard this. What's wrong with you? I have something to do in Hong Kong City! If you accompany me all day long, how can I act privately?
"Isn't your navy on a war footing? Why are you coming out to accompany me at this time? Be careful that your navy commander will report you directly to your father."
"Don't be afraid. My father won't blame me if he knows I'm with you. Besides, I have a very good relationship with my superior, and he won't report me."
Reinhardt shrugged nonchalantly, which gave Fang Lang a headache. He thought, you are not a girl, why are you following me every day?
Nottingham Jones, who was standing by, was listening to the conversation between the two and began to wonder what kind of important figure the father of this lieutenant colonel might be! The commander of the naval base in Hong Kong couldn't do anything about him.
The young master of the Henderson family, among the upper echelons of the British Navy, is there any big man with the last name Henderson? Soon a name appeared in Nottingham Jones' mind.
After thinking of this possibility, Nottingham Jones looked at Reinhardt with eyes no longer full of stars, but as if he saw light.
No wonder they look down on the Kadoorie family. If I were born in such a family, I would also look down on them! At the same time, Fang Lang became even more curious about his identity. The person who could make Reinhardt's father not blame him must be a person who is not inferior to their family!
Thinking of this, he quickly said to Reinhardt:
"It's okay. I can book a fixed suite for you at the Peninsula Hotel. You can stay there whenever you want. If the commander of the navy stationed in Hong Kong calls you, you can return to the naval base to work at any time."
Hearing this, Reinhardt turned around and glanced at this guy, then waved his hand with disdain and said:
"I'm staying in a hotel. Do I need you to book a room for me? Can't I afford it?"
Nottingham Jones, who originally wanted to please Reinhardt, was choked to the point of spitting blood, but he also understood that the person opposite him, this little ancestor, did not want to give him the opportunity to do him a favor.
After thinking for a while, he quickly said:
"You must be joking! With your status, it's not a problem for you to buy the entire Peninsula Hotel. How can you not afford to stay here?
Isn't it thanks to your help that Mr. Fang agreed not to hold us responsible today? It is reasonable for me to express my gratitude to you, don't you agree?"
Although Nottingham Jones' salary as a superintendent of a police station was not low, it was almost impossible for him to be able to book a room at the Peninsula Hotel for a long time.
The reason why he dared to say this is that he, as a policeman, must have extra income.
Fang Lang naturally knew the situation of these Hong Kong City police. If he really brought his subordinates to stay in the hotel, he might have to book an entire floor. With this guy's ability, he simply couldn't afford it.
Moreover, he didn't need to ask the other party to pay for his hotel stay, so he stood up and patted Nottingham Jones on the shoulder and said:
"Officer Jones, we appreciate your kindness. But you don't have to pay for our hotel room.
However, I still thank you for your suggestion. We will go to the Peninsula Hotel to book a room tomorrow, and someone will inform you of the address when the time comes.
It’s too late today, so we’ll leave first!”
After saying this, he waved to Reinhardt, signaling him to leave.
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