Traveling Through the Tokyo Bubble Era

Chapter 1014 The Stock Market: More Terrible Than Just a Tragedy

Not long ago, when Hideki Hanyu was still in America.

Liu Luanxiong then reported to Hideki Yuzuru that all the work on the Taiwan stock market was completed, the handover with Yuzuru's team was finished, and he had successfully retired and returned to Hong Kong.

In this stock market crash that began at the start of the year, the Taiwan Weighted Index plummeted from a high of 12,500 points to early October, eventually crashing to 2,500 points amid widespread despair.

Eighty percent of it vanished into thin air, leaving only a fraction of its peak value.

This stock market crash of such scale is unprecedented in the history of Taiwan's financial sector.

When discussing the global financial disasters of the early 1990s, the most common topics are the bursting of Japan's bubble economy, the stock market crash, and the real estate collapse.

Although the bursting of Japan's bubble economy dealt an unprecedented blow to Japan's economy and had a far-reaching impact.

However, if we only consider stock market disasters, the 1990 Taiwan stock market crash was far more severe than the Japanese stock market crash.

After all, the Japanese stock market has only fallen by 60% over nearly three years, with ups and downs.

Of course, if we calculate the value of the overall market losses, the Taiwanese stock market can't even come close to Japan's, given the vast difference in economic size.

This is why Hideki Hanyu hasn't made any major moves in Taiwan.

The pool is too small; it can't withstand his antics.

I did a little bit of trading, mainly focusing on bottom-fishing.

That's why he asked Liu Luanxiong to manage the stock market. After all, this guy is a master at sniping in the stock market and is incredibly skilled at taking advantage of others' misfortunes.

After all this fuss, over the course of several months, Hideki Hanyu has amassed a considerable number of assets representing Taiwan's future high-quality companies.

To express his gratitude for Joseph Lau's help, he made an exception and invited him to today's yacht party.

Otherwise, given Joseph Lau's current net worth and his seniority and status in Hong Kong's wealthy circles, he wouldn't be qualified to attend today's gathering.

After all, just looking at Li Ka-shing, who was chatting with Mr. Huo not far away, one could tell what level this gathering was at.

Hideki Hanyu was quickly spotted by everyone after he walked in.

Younger generations like Zhao San Gongzi and Liu Luanxiong naturally came up to greet them immediately.

As the older members of the group, including Li Ka-shing, approached, Hideki Yuzuru took a few steps forward, showing a respectful attitude towards his juniors.

In handling social situations, Hideki Hanyu is always impeccable and rarely shows his youthful arrogance.

After all, what people value most often is strength. Being arrogant and aggressive will not earn you respect; it will only make others treat you like a monkey show.

Not long after everyone finished talking, Chiba Kaoru came to inform Hideki Yuzuru, "Mr. Yuzuru, everything is ready, we can board the ship."

Hideki Yuzuru nodded and then turned to extend an invitation to the crowd.

"Ladies and gentlemen, it's almost lunchtime. I've prepared a variety of delicious dishes on board. Please board and enjoy!"

What he prepared for everyone this time was not the yacht he bought to join the yacht club, but a medium-sized cruise ship that he directly rented.

After all, the person he invited today is a well-known and established tycoon in Hong Kong.

It's not like they're throwing a yacht party with Young Master Zhao. A few of them, plus a bunch of beautiful women, are enough.

These relatively older wealthy individuals have different interests and desires.

Moreover, many wealthy people bring their relatives and friends to these social gatherings, making it inconvenient to arrange many special services.

So, in addition to the sumptuous lunch he arranged at the beginning, the activities he planned for the cruise ship today included a series of performances, such as performances by famous singers, and he even invited the famous magician David Copperfield.

This magician, who is well-known in China, became famous in Chinese communities for his magic trick of crossing the Great Wall in the 1980s.

In addition to the performances, there are various entertainment facilities, such as a dedicated gambling hall, for everyone's entertainment.

Once evening arrived and the final social dinner concluded, the day's activities were considered over.

Simply put, Hideki Hanyu invited everyone to go out to sea for half a day.

The model is similar to America's "West Coast Yacht Club," only much more relaxed in terms of "degree."

But their purpose was not to "play" but to "exchange ideas," otherwise, which of these wealthy people would be short of money to travel at sea?
The reason it was only half a day was because Hideki Hanyu was considering organizing this for the first time and wasn't sure if everyone would accept it.

If today's gathering goes smoothly and everyone agrees, it's not impossible to continue holding it in the future, extend the duration, and even collaborate with the Taiwan-based Hongtu Association.

Once it is gradually improved, if it can become a regular practice, we can consider inviting wealthy individuals from within the country in the future.

In any case, Hideki Hanyu's ultimate goal is to personally build a top-tier social circle of wealthy people. Although it will cost a little money, it will be beneficial to his future development.

At Hideki Hanyu's invitation, the wealthy men boarded the ship one after another.

After a carefully prepared lunch, the guests went about their own business: some went to the casino to relax, some went sea fishing, some drank tea and chatted, some watched a show, and some returned to their cabins to rest.

As for Hideki Hanyu, after chatting with several wealthy men, he took an excited Li Jiaxin to see a performance.

As for why Li Meiren was excited, it was of course because Hideki Yuzuru had brought her along as his date to this high-level gathering.

For a fame-obsessed person like Li Jiaxin, vanity is the ultimate pursuit in her life.

Therefore, in another time and space, she would scheme and use any means necessary to frequent the world of fame and fortune, and move among countless wealthy men, all in pursuit of the so-called high society.

In this timeline, after becoming Hideki Hanyu's canary, she also did everything she could to live a life of luxury.

The expensive jewelry, designer clothes and shoes, and luxury handbags that she wears have long been an integral part of Li Meiren's life.

At today's gathering, Hideki Hanyu led him in conversations with the invited guests.

Especially when those once high and mighty Hong Kong dignitaries showed her unprecedented respect because of Hideki Hanyu, she felt light as a feather.

It was a feeling more intoxicating than any material enjoyment.

This also led Li Jiaxin to misunderstand whether Hideki Hanyu's choice of her as his date today implied some other inclination.

This also meant that when Hideki Yuzuru brought Jiaxin Li to the performance cabin, he had just sat down when he heard Jiaxin Li say something to him.

"Honey, I'm so happy today."

"Just be happy."

Hideki Yuzuru gave a casual reply and did not notice the change in Jiaxin Li.

It's not so much that I didn't notice, but rather that I didn't pay any attention at all.

After all, for Hideki Yuzuru, choosing Li Jiaxin as his female companion was not for any other reason than that he thought Li Jiaxin was young and beautiful, and it was just right to have her by his side as a decorative object.

However, as another performance began and the lights dimmed, Hideki Yuzuru felt Li Jiaxin's body immediately lean closer, clinging to him while guiding his hands to wander.

This reaction clearly indicates that the woman is moved.

The scumbag was completely bewildered, thinking to himself, "Why are you being so provocative in this kind of situation?"

Just as Hideki Yuzuru was trying to remind Jiaxin Li to be mindful of the occasion, he heard footsteps nearby, and then saw Young Master Zhao sitting down next to him with two beautiful women.

"Mr. Yuzuru, I heard there's a magic show here. Am I too late?"

The arrival of Young Master Zhao finally calmed Li Meiren down. "It hasn't started yet, you've come at the perfect time."

After answering, Hideki Yuzuru asked curiously, "Didn't you just go to the casino with Liu Luanxiong? Why are you here to watch a performance again?"

Young Master Zhao said helplessly, "The people sitting inside are all elders. No matter how fun it is, I won't be able to relax. I'd rather come and watch the performance."

As he spoke, the guy leaned closer with a sly grin and said, "I think the party you organized is great, but it would be even better if there weren't any elders."

Hideki Hanyu asked with a smile, "Wouldn't it be even more fun if we invited some more beautiful women?"

Young Master Zhao nodded repeatedly, expressing his approval, "That's right, that's exactly how young people relax. Should I invite some friends so we can have a cruise party together in a while?"

Yu Sheng Hideki looked at Zhao San Gongzi and thought to himself that this guy was already over fifty years old, yet he still acted like a young man and was dissolute. No wonder he was known as the number one playboy in Hong Kong in later generations.

Thinking back to the era he transmigrated to in his previous life, this guy was still surrounded by beautiful women, so his current state is nothing special.

“No problem, I’ll be in Hong Kong until the end of the month, Mr. Zhao can make the arrangements.”

Hideki Yuzuru readily agreed.

Anyway, he won't refuse anything related to eating, drinking, or having fun.

After all, in this time and space, all the hard work, making money, and expanding power is for the sake of enjoying life better and more freely.

Upon hearing that Hideki Yuzuru had agreed, Young Master Zhao immediately began discussing how to have fun with him, without worrying at all about what the two beautiful women beside him might think.

Hideki Hanyu was the same way, not caring what Li Jiaxin would think after hearing it.

In Hideki Yuzuru's eyes, Li Jiaxin was his pet canary.

His beauty is undeniable, but what Hideki Hanyu values ​​most is not his looks, but the sense of accomplishment that comes with his memories of his past life.

But now that he has her, the novelty and sense of accomplishment that Li Jiaxin gives him begins to decline over time, while her beauty and the emotional value she can provide become more important.

When he becomes more sensible, he'll be in a better mood, and he'll show him more affection.

He's too young to understand things; he could be lost at any moment.

After all, he is surrounded by beautiful women these days.

However, Li Jiaxin and Yu Sheng Hideki had completely opposite mindsets.

Hideki Hanyu can live without Jiaxin Li, but Jiaxin Li cannot live without Hideki Hanyu now.

Without Hideki Hanyu, her life would immediately revert to its original state.

Even though she is now a well-known socialite in Hong Kong, Hong Kong Island, and Taiwan, and has a certain degree of fame in the entertainment industry.

But these alone are absolutely not enough to support her current lifestyle.

The most luxurious mansion in Hong Kong, Kadoorie Hill, offers the latest luxury goods at your fingertips, bags worth millions can be bought at will, luxury cars for transportation, media adoration, and the glamorous and enviable life of the world of fame and fortune.

Having these things is not just due to money, but also to Hideki Hanyu's intangible resources.

Moreover, even if it were just about money, she didn't think any other wealthy person would treat her with the same level of devotion as Hideki Hanyu.

In the years she's been involved with Hideki Hanyu, she's frequently been to high-end events and has seen all sorts of other kept women and so-called wealthy wives.

In terms of quality of life, freedom of living, and wealth, none of these people were better than her.

However, there are exceptions. These are the women who, like her, have latched onto Hideki Hanyu, especially a certain "bitch" who has gained status through her son, and who enjoy everything that Hideki Hanyu has.

But no matter what, Li Jiaxin understood that she absolutely could not lose everything she had now, and she absolutely could not leave Yu Sheng Hideki.

Therefore, Hideki Hanyu's words quickly heightened her sense of crisis.

Thinking of the precedent of someone gaining status through their son, Li Jiaxin understood that she had to solidify her relationship with Yu Sheng Hideki.

She then quietly slipped her hand into her Hermès bag, took out a box of "leaves" she had brought, and tossed it under the seat. Then, she nestled sweetly against Hideki Hanyu.

Just then, the performers on stage changed.

It wasn't magic; it was Xu Xiaofeng, a famous Hong Kong female singer, performing the Cantonese classic "The Season of the Wind."

Upon seeing Xu Xiaofeng, Zhao San Gongzi immediately stopped the conversation and instead feigned regret.

"Speaking of which, I even pursued Miss Xu back in the 1970s."

You have no idea, she was incredibly popular in nightclubs back then. I would go and deliver flowers to her every night.

Hideki Yuzuru laughed, "It seems that Zhao Sheng did not succeed."

"Yeah, it didn't work out. If I were as handsome as you, what beautiful girl wouldn't I be able to get?"

Young Master Zhao looked at Yu Sheng Xiushu with a tone full of envy.

In the dim light, Hideki Hanyu had a handsome face, with sword-like eyebrows, starry eyes, a straight nose, and thin lips. Even just looking at his profile, he was incredibly good-looking.

Even Zhao San Gongzi felt that he couldn't bear to look into Yu Sheng Xiu Shu's deep and captivating eyes for too long.

What's more, women, once they get close to Hideki Hanyu and experience his outstanding personal charisma, are almost all captivated.

In any case, in Young Master Zhao's view, if there were any issues, it would definitely be that the woman's sexual orientation was abnormal.

Hideki Yuzuru casually remarked, "Zhao Sheng is joking."

Young Master Zhao quickly said, "I'm not joking. If I were born like you, I wouldn't need money to pick up girls. You can ask them if you don't believe me."

Young Master Zhao stepped aside and asked, "If Mr. Yusheng were to pursue you, would you be willing? Don't worry about my feelings."

Upon hearing this, the two beauties looked at Hideki Yuzuru and then shyly nodded, their meaning already self-evident.

Upon seeing this, Young Master Zhao immediately exclaimed, "See, see! I told you so, but I'm not going to let them go."

Just as Hideki Hanyu was about to say, "Even if you give it to me, I won't take it," he heard someone walk over from the side, followed by a voice.

"What does Zhao Sheng not want to give up?"

Hideki Yuzuru immediately recognized the voice as belonging to Liu Luanxiong.

Before Hideki Yuzuru could speak, Young Master Zhao said to Liu Luanxiong, "Why isn't Liu playing in the casino anymore? Is it because he can't stand being surrounded by elders?"

Unexpectedly, after sitting down next to him, Liu Luanxiong explained, "No, it's not that. Playing cards with all the elders is a good opportunity to make friends. I should thank Mr. Yusheng for giving me this opportunity."

I came back because I was having a lucky streak; I was winning no matter how the dealer dealt the cards. I was worried that if I kept winning, the elders would be unhappy, so I made an excuse to watch the show and left.

Hideki Hanyu waved his hand dismissively.

"Mr. Liu, you don't need to be so polite. If there's an opportunity, you should seize it."

Besides, Mr. Liu has been busy for me in Taiwan for so long, a simple invitation is not enough to express my gratitude.

I happen to have some other business dealings on my side. If Mr. Liu is interested, we can continue our cooperation.

(End of this chapter)