Rebirth of Hong Kong - 1978

Chapter 1181 Other Ways
"Mr. Lin, long time no see, welcome to Baodao."

In the box of the Chinese restaurant of the Grand Hotel, Lin Daoqiu met Song Yaolian who had come late.

Compared with before, Song Yaolian at this time looks full of confidence, with a look of complacency between his brows.

After all, people are in good spirits on happy occasions, and it is unheard of for him to be promoted to the top chief of the Security Bureau at his early forties.

"Hello Director Song, I didn't have time to congratulate you on your promotion before, this small gift is not a respect."

Lin Daoqiu took a small box and handed it to Song Yaolian.

Song Yaolian glanced at the box in Lin Daoqiu's hand, he first smiled, and then said.

"I appreciate Mr. Lin's kindness, but I can't accept valuables. Thank you for your kindness."

Song Yaolian has only been in office for a short time, if it is rumored that he accepts gifts from others, it may have a great impact on his reputation.

Hearing what Song Yaolian said, Lin Daoqiu smiled and shook his head.

"Director Song filtered it. It's just a pen. It's not a valuable gift. You might as well open it up and have a look."

Hearing that Lin Daoqiu gave him a pen, Song Yaolian's vigilance weakened a lot.

If Lin Daoqiu sent gold or cash, he would definitely not dare to accept it.

I opened the box with my own hands, and there was indeed a pen inside, and it was Parker's pen.

But unlike other fountain pens, this one is made of pure gold, which is pleasing to the eye just by looking at it.

"There are only ten Parker limited-edition fountain pens in the world. It was given to me by Lang Mayer, the president of Universal. It's very suitable for Director Song."

The market price of this pen is [-] US dollars, and because it is a limited edition, it is very valuable for collection.

Song Yaolian looked at the pen and didn't say a word. He knew that he really liked this pen, but he was just wondering whether he should take it or not.

"Based on the friendship between Director Song and I, it's just a gift of a pen. It shouldn't be a big deal, right?"

Lin Daoqiu said with a smile.

Song Yaolian was right when he thought about it. It was just a gift of pens, and it was not a big deal. Even if it got out, what would others say?
"Since this is the case, then Song will be disrespectful. Thank you, Mr. Lin."

Song Yaolian finally accepted Lin Daoqiu's gift.

However, the gift was collected, but Song Yaolian would never make any concessions on what he wanted to do.

After several conversations, Lin Daoqiu slowly turned the topic to Wu Chou.

"Director Song, when I come to Treasure Island this time, I have something to ask for your help."

Song Yaolian knew what Lin Daoqiu was going to say, but he still pretended to know nothing.

"Mr. Lin, please tell me, as long as it does not violate the regulations, I will try my best to help you coordinate."

Song Yaolian pretended to be very decent, but Lin Daoqiu did not expose him to his face, after all, pretending to be confused is the right choice at this time.

"A friend of mine was accidentally implicated in a case. I hope Director Song can help him figure out a solution. He has been doing serious business for the past few years, and he has never done any illegal activities."

Song Yaolian nodded while listening, of course he knew who Lin Daoqiu was trying to save.

"Mr. Lin, please don't worry. If what you said is true, I will definitely find a way to clear your friend's innocence. I don't know your name, Gao or your surname?"

"His name is Wu Chou, and he is the boss of Changhong Film Company."

After Lin Daoqiu finished speaking, Song Yaolian turned to Lu Junwu who was at the side and asked him to help verify the situation as soon as possible.

Lu Junwu got up quickly, pretending to be going to help verify as soon as possible.

"Mr. Lin, to tell you the truth, I happen to have something I would like to ask you to help me with."

Lin Daoqiu knew right away that Song Yaolian was finally going to reveal his true face, so he just nodded without saying anything.

"I believe that Mr. Lin should also know that after the incident last year, the international public opinion towards us is very bad. The higher authorities hope to come up with a way to help reverse the international public opinion. I wonder if Mr. Lin has any good ideas?"

After Song Yaolian finished speaking, Lin Daoqiu pretended to help him think seriously, but in fact he knew what Song Yaolian was looking for him long before he came to Baodao.

"Director Song should be very clear that I have never been involved in these matters. If you ask me to find a way, I really can't think of a good way for a while."

Song Yaolian seemed to have guessed that Lin Daoqiu would say this, so he was not surprised.

After all, based on his understanding of Lin Daoqiu, this guy will definitely not be a person who gives in easily.

But this time, they really needed Lin Daoqiu's help, so Song Yaolian could only continue to pretend.

"Is there really nothing you can do? Mr. Lin enjoys a high reputation internationally, and with your status in Hollywood, I believe that what you say should be heard in Washington."

Song Yaolian wanted Lin Daoqiu to speak directly to Washington, which was simply embarrassing him.

After all, Lin Daoqiu had never been involved in such matters before. If he really went to speak out for Baodao this time, wouldn't he be recognized as their fellow travelers by then.

Lin Daoqiu was not so stupid as to want to be with Song Yaolian and the others, so he would never agree to the idea that Song Yaolian proposed.

"Director Song thinks highly of me. I do have some reputation in the film industry, but I didn't work hard in Hollywood. At most, there is only one film released in Hollywood every year. My words are definitely not as important as you said."

Anyway, it is absolutely impossible for Lin Daoqiu to speak for them, and Lin Daoqiu will never compromise on this point from the very beginning.

Song Yaolian is very dissatisfied with Lin Daoqiu's answer, but he has no good way to deal with Lin Daoqiu now.

"If that's the case, that would be a pity."

Although Lin Daoqiu could not help them speak out to Washington, Song Yaolian held Wu Chou in his hands, and he did not believe that Lin Daoqiu would not submit.

"Actually, I think it's better to start elsewhere."

Song Yaolian looked at Lin Daoqiu suspiciously, he didn't know what the other party wanted to say.

"If some good movies can be produced on Baodao based on materials, the effect will be much better than directly speaking to Washington."

Lin Daoqiu's proposal was actually thought up before he came to Baodao.

He can help the other party make a movie in exchange for Wu Chou's freedom, but if he wants him to do other things, it's hard to obey.

(End of this chapter)