Chapter 373 Welcome Mr. Shang to Hong Kong
Chapter 373 Welcome Mr. Shang to Hong Kong
As they were talking, Xi Qingqing pushed the door open and came in. Fu Ziyan waved at her with a smile and pulled her to sit beside her.
Xi Qingqing was well aware of the significance of entering this reception room at this moment. This was a frank announcement to everyone in the circle that she was vying for the position of heir, and entering as a potential heir.
If Xi Si can go, she can go too.
Fu Ziyan smiled and turned sideways, clinking champagne glasses together. She said nothing, but her attitude was clear.
Xi Qingqing felt so lucky to have such a good friend's encouragement and support. The turbulent emotions that had surged in her since entering the room suddenly calmed down after she saw Fu Ziyan.
Xi Qingzhou, who was present, was stunned.
Although he and Xi Qingqing each oversaw a project within the company, seemingly competing against each other, outside of the company, as the capable Fourth Young Master Xi, respected by his father, he was considered by many to be the heir apparent. Such gatherings of Hong Kong's top young businessmen naturally invited him, while Xi Qingqing could not.
And now, Xi Qingqing appears...
"Miss Xi is here too!"
Everyone greeted her kindly, and some glanced at Xi Qingzhou calmly.
It seems that Miss Fu supports her good sister, and the Fourth Young Master Xi's position of succession is not very stable.
However, no one present mentioned this matter and everyone naturally continued with the previous conversation.
"We can test the waters through the 'three-in-one and one-in-one' policy."
"Investment is a big deal, so there's no rush." Someone suddenly changed the subject and said with a smile, "I haven't congratulated Selene yet. I heard that Dreamland is fully completed and will be open for trial operation at the end of this month."
Fu Ziyan raised her glass with a gentle smile and took a sip. "Thank you very much. I look forward to your support."
She stopped there and changed the subject, not continuing to persuade him. Anyway, some people have already noticed the mainland investment and will definitely pay attention to the development and profits of mainland factories.
Qin Xingjian: "It's finally opening. My daughter keeps asking me when Dream Building Paradise will open. She keeps asking me about it every time she passes by."
"Then Brother Jian, please bring Xixi with you at the end of the month. I will prepare a surprise for your little princess."
Qin Xingjian curved his lips and said, "That's a deal. I'll bring my wife along to support you."
"Selene's theme park has only been built for five years. I didn't expect it to be operational so soon."
It may sound like a long time for a theme park to be built after five years, but it is actually quite fast, especially since the land was reclaimed from the sea.
"I heard the Fu family has invested heavily in land reclamation, particularly using new equipment from Europe and America. They've also added manpower. Combined, their efficiency has at least doubled," said the Guo family heir, who is also involved in real estate. "This project has set a good example. From now on, the speed of infrastructure construction in Hong Kong will be incomparable."
It's an exclamation, but it also means envy.
After the Fu family secured the reclamation rights in 1973, Fu Qiyuan announced the importation of new equipment from Europe and the United States for land reclamation infrastructure. This new equipment wasn't cheap, and while the bosses of other companies in the same industry were aware of its benefits, it was expensive, and no one could guarantee a return on investment. If left unused, it would depress cash flow and ultimately be counterproductive.
"Mr. Fu is generous."
"It's not just Mr. Fu. Selene's also got quite a bit of fanfare. Just to create the real-world effects for the theme park, the design and construction teams are all incredibly busy. Selene's design fees, bonuses, and rush fees alone must have cost her well over seven figures, right?"
Fu Ziyan chuckled: "It's just a small amount of money, nothing compared to the results I want."
"As expected of our eldest lady~"
"How can it compare to Brother Tingze spending a ton of money at the auction!" Fu Ziyan raised her eyebrows. Last year, Xie Tingze spent a huge amount of money to buy the "Rose Love" crown, a symbol of love, at Sotheby's North American Spring Auction. That was the price that beat everyone else.
Xie Tingze paused and drank the cup as if nothing had happened.
Fortunately, Yanyan didn’t know yet that the “Rose Love” hat was still in his bank safe and had not been given away.
He changed the subject easily: "When it comes to spending lavishly, it has to be Ah Shu. This cruise today cost a lot, didn't it?"
Duan Yushu complained bitterly, "This kind of luxury cruise ship is a money-eating beast. I've spent a lot of money on it! Not to mention the price of this cruise ship, just in the six months it took to complete the cruise ship renovation, I've spent all my earnings from the past two years."
The tourism industry is developing well. Duan Yushu has once again developed high-end cruise sightseeing tours in Southeast Asia, mainly to receive middle and high-level tourists.
Lu Yan looked at Duan Yushu and smiled: "Ashu's skill in playing the victim has reached a new high."
Duan Yushu raised his eyebrows: "Master Lu, this is boring. You see through it but don't say it out loud."
He changed the subject and said, "This banquet is a great opportunity for everyone to experience the money-eating beast I've spent the past six months on. If you're interested, just contact our company to rent it. We're very professional at organizing banquets. As a courtesy to our acquaintance, I'll give you a 99% discount."
99% off?
"Ashu, it's better not to give this discount."
"There's still a difference," Duan Yushu said seriously, "At least there's a discount. That sounds a lot better, doesn't it?"
Qin Xingjian held his forehead and smiled: "I actually feel like I'm bargaining for vegetables at the market."
Fu Ziyan was surprised: "Brother Jian even went to the vegetable market to buy vegetables himself."
Qin Xingjian is usually low-key, but he comes from a wealthy family and is a true overbearing boss. In theory, all the trivial matters in his life are taken care of by his housekeeping team.
Even Fu Ziyan herself now thought that buying groceries was a thing of her past life. She had never been to a vegetable market in her life. She was too young when she lived in Shanghai, and after coming to Hong Kong, it was even less likely that she would worry about such things.
Huo Jinran tilted his head and looked at Fu Ziyan: "This is their marital interest."
"Oh~"
There was a mix of conversations in the reception room, with occasional laughter to lighten the atmosphere.
Suddenly the door was opened again, and the overlapping light and shadows outlined Shang Xun's figure. He was tall and slender, upright like a pine tree, with a low-key and dignified temperament.
"I'm sorry to have kept you waiting for so long. I'm being rude."
Everyone's gaze shifted away.
"Mr. Shang, you're too polite."
"Welcome Mr. Shang to Hong Kong."
Shang Xun took a glass of champagne, sat down with a smile, and raised his glass to toast: "Thank you all again for being willing to come and give me this honor."
Shen Qingli, the eldest of their generation, spoke first, "Mr. Shang, you're too kind. The fathers of all of us here have worked with Mr. Shang or met him on a few occasions in the past. Moreover, Mr. Shang's contributions to national industry are truly admirable. How could we not attend your welcome dinner in Hong Kong?"
After a few polite words, everyone got straight to the point.
"Mr. Shang, are you here to revive your family business? I wonder what kind of business you're interested in?"
“If you need financing, Bank SinoPac is happy to help.”
Lu Yan followed suit, saying, "You can also consider me. My financial company also has investment business."
Fu Ziyan also curved her lips and extended an olive branch: "My cash flow is still sufficient."
"Thank you all for your kindness," Shang Xun said calmly. "I've never been to Hong Kong before, and I'm still learning and observing. Once I've determined the direction of my business, I'll have to ask for your advice."
Shang Xun did not refuse outright.
If he wants to gain a foothold in Hong Kong, he will have to deal with these people.
But now, there is no rush!
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