Traveling Through the Tokyo Bubble Era

Chapter 1021 was just something I found interesting.
October 27th.

Outside the border crossing in the New Territories leading to mainland China, Hideki Hanyu waved goodbye to the three women who were preparing to cross the border.

At this moment, the three women looked at him with different expressions.

There was Zhou Wenqiong's reluctance to part, Miss Yang's infatuation, and Ning Jing's disappointment.

However, when the three women said goodbye to Hideki Hanyu and prepared to enter the pass together, the atmosphere among them became somewhat strange.

Hideki Hanyu could sense this feeling even from a great distance.

The scumbag ignored this.

After all, he knew why, and he knew even more that it wasn't his fault.

He didn't do anything last night. It was the three women who got drunk and lost control of their minds, and they pushed him down without him even realizing it.

With an attitude of neither taking initiative nor refusing, he could only reluctantly endure some of it.

However, when they woke up in the morning, the four of them were sprawled out in the bedroom, still entangled together, which made the atmosphere between them a little awkward.

The three women's strange state at this moment is just a continuation of their emotions after waking up in the morning, and they will probably be fine in a few days.

After seeing the three women enter the country, Hideki Hanyu did not linger at the border crossing. He turned around, got into the black Bentley driven by Marco, and headed towards Fanling Golf Club in the New Territories.

This morning, besides dropping someone off in the New Territories, he also accepted Li Ka-shing's invitation to play golf.

Although the deal on a real estate development collaboration in Japan didn't go through on the cruise ship.

But it's just a business deal, and it's not enough to affect the relationships between wealthy people of their caliber.

After all, besides real estate, Hideki Hanyu and these Hong Kong tycoons also have extensive collaborations in retail, shipping, finance, and manufacturing.

Hideki Hanyu, who made his fortune in emerging industries, has the ability to make many "friends" in Japan and other countries without touching traditional interests, through negotiated cooperation.

After about half an hour of driving, Hideki Hanyu arrived at Fanling.

As soon as he entered the golf course and changed his clothes, he saw someone already waiting for him in the golf cart.

“Darling, Mr. Li and the others have already started.”

Hearing the way Hideki Hanyu was addressed, one knew that the visitor was Kwan Chi-lam.

Today, Kwan Mei-yan wore a fitted short-sleeved top and a white mini skirt, perfectly showcasing her beautiful figure. Coupled with her exquisite makeup, it was clear that she had prepared carefully. As Hong Kong's number one vase, she looked as beautiful as a porcelain doll.

Unfortunately, Hideki Yuzuru, who has seen countless beauties, neither cared that the richest man in China had started playing badminton, nor cared about Guan Zhilin's beauty. After getting into the car, he directly reached out to Guan Zhilin.

"Show me the final subscription amount."

He asked Rosamund Kwan to meet him at Fanling Golf Course this morning, not to find a beautiful woman to play golf with him, or because he thought Rosamund Kwan and golf balls were a good match.

Today marks the start of a meeting held a week ago by Hong Kong Film Company to finalize the subscription quota for Asia Cinemas. The meeting will be held this afternoon at Asia Cinemas headquarters.

Hideki Hanyu will need to determine whether he should attend the meeting based on the subscription situation.

This matter concerns his future domestic plans, so Hideki Hanyu has no choice but to take it seriously.

Compared to such a major event, whether Guan Zhilin looked beautiful or not was completely irrelevant to him.

Although Guan Zhilin was somewhat disappointed upon hearing Hideki Hanyu's words, she still obediently took out the documents and handed them to him.

Next, the golf cart remained motionless, and Hideki Hanyu sat inside, carefully reviewing the documents.

Not long after, he frowned and closed the document again.

Judging from the documents, he will definitely attend the afternoon meeting.

Although the subscription shares of several companies have been confirmed, the most important film companies have not yet submitted their final results.

Regardless of whether these film companies wanted to submit their work at the last minute during the meeting.

Or perhaps they haven't made a decision yet and are preparing for a final scramble at the meeting.

In the afternoon meeting, Peter Fang was not able to control the situation.

Perhaps Masaaki Kobayashi could handle it better, but he is only the head of Cloud Entertainment (Asia) and has no connection with Crescent Cinemas, let alone Asia Cinemas.

As the saying goes, it's easy to find three armies, but hard to find a good general.

His companies have grown too fast, and this lack of talent has always been a problem for the management of each company.

This is why Hideki Hanyu's corporate executives are generally very young.

Although the media praised this point extensively, saying that it was precisely because the average age of his company's management was young that the company was more dynamic and more open to new ideas and things, which led to its rapid rise.

But Hideki Hanyu knew very well that this was nothing more than a compromise due to a lack of other options.

Young people can be helpful, but they can also cause a lot of problems.

However, these things were not the time to consider. Hideki Yuzuru put his thoughts aside for the moment, handed the documents to Guan Zhilin, and instructed the golf cart to go find Li the richest man.

Soon, Hideki Hanyu saw Li Ka-shing on the grass of the stadium.

However, he noticed that besides the other tycoons, there was also an acquaintance of Hideki Yuzuru who was with Li, the richest man at the time.

The current Governor of Hong Kong is John Lewis.

He had no idea the governor was here before he came to the stadium.

However, Hideki Hanyu had heard some news about this governor from both England and Hong Kong.

The other party submitted a plan to build Lantau Airport in its report last year, but the plan seems to have encountered considerable resistance, which is causing them a lot of headaches.

Historically, the two most recognized achievements of David Wilson during his tenure as Governor of Hong Kong were the establishment of Hong Kong University of Science and Technology and the promotion of the construction of Lantau Airport.

Preparations for the former began long before Wei Yi took office, but it just so happened that it was completed during Wei Yi's term.

The latter was entirely driven by Wei Yi after he took office.

However, good things often come with difficulties. Although the other party was the one who initiated the project, historically, construction only officially began after the other party stepped down from office.

However, judging from how happy the other person was while playing, they didn't seem worried at all.

While he was thinking, Hideki Yuzuru had already walked up to the group.

Before anyone else could speak, Wei Yi was the first to come over and extend his hand to greet Yu Sheng Hideki.

"Mr. Yuzuru, it's been almost a year since we last met at last year's party?"

This wasn't the first time Hideki Hanyu had met Wei Yi, and knowing that he wasn't the traditional, rigid British type, he joked as he shook hands with Wei Yi.

"Perhaps the governor didn't invite me."

Wei Yi then joked, "That's because when I was having my party, my husband was attending a prince's party."

This statement was quite clever, defusing Hideki Hanyu's joke while subtly pointing out the relationship between Hideki Hanyu and the prince.

Clearly, even though he was far from the UK, Wei Yi was well aware that over the years, Hideki Hanyu had used his financial power to build a network of relationships in the UK that even he had to "respect".

Hideki Yuzuru and Wei Yi exchanged a few words, and then Yuzuru greeted Li and the others.

Later, during a game of badminton, Li told Hideki Yuzuru that they had not known about Wei Yi's arrival beforehand.

However, their purpose in coming was to gain the support of prominent figures in Hong Kong society in promoting the airport construction.

Hideki Hanyu had anticipated this reason, so it wasn't surprising.

In his view, Wei Yi's promotion of airport construction had nothing to do with him.

It's not that there's no connection, but at least after the new airport is completed, it will be much more convenient for him to come to Hong Kong, and he won't have to be so worried every time he lands.

To Hideki Yuzuru's surprise, while he was playing golf and chatting with Li Ka-shing and others, Wei Yi approached him.

What he was doing was the construction of the airport, which he thought had nothing to do with him.

"Mr. Yuzuru, I don't know if you know, but I've been pushing forward with..."

Wei Yi immediately stated his purpose, explaining his efforts in promoting airport construction.

Before Hideki Hanyu could react, she told him that besides Hong Kong, the biggest obstacles to the construction of the new airport were actually in the UK.

Then he expressed his hope that Hideki Hanyu could help in this regard.

Upon hearing Wei Yi's words, Hideki Yuzuru immediately wore an absurd expression.

“I’m sorry, I’m not British and I can’t help the Governor in this matter.” Without even thinking, Hideki Hanyu refused outright.

These days, what doesn't require favors?

He did build some connections in the UK, but they were mostly for his business investments, and his influence in other areas was very limited.

Even if he could actually help, he couldn't possibly get involved in such a sensitive area as Hong Kong.

Seeing that Wei Yi was about to say something, Hideki Yuzuru gently emphasized, "Governor, I cherish our friendship very much."

For people like them, these words are already quite direct and clear.

Simply put, if the other party keeps bringing this up, they are trying to damage their friendship.

Hideki Yuzuru felt no guilt whatsoever about rejecting Wei Yi.

Even if the other party wanted to be the current Governor of Hong Kong, so what? Could they really turn against him just because he refused once?

No one with normal intelligence would do that.

Even if he did it, Hideki Hanyu wouldn't be worried at all.

Because Hideki Hanyu has too many ways to retaliate.

Whether it's public opinion, capital, or directly causing trouble in the UK.

Clearly, Wei Yi was aware of this as well.

His rights in Hong Kong are finite, but Hideki Yuzuru's capital is infinite.

Moreover, Hideki Hanyu's business focus is not in Hong Kong, not to mention that Hideki Hanyu has unparalleled influence in public opinion.

So when he saw that Hideki Yuzuru firmly refused, Wei Yi immediately abandoned his previous idea and changed his words to Hideki Yuzuru.

"Mr. Yuzuru, I wonder if you could give some positive coverage to my policy thoughts in the media."

"Positive reporting?"

Hideki Hanyu hesitated.

Clearly, Wei Yi didn't want him to help directly; he planned to indirectly help push this matter forward by using positive public opinion.

Please allow me to think about it.

Hideki Hanyu did not answer immediately, but began to think seriously.

For him, agreeing to this was just a small favor.

However, if the stance is expressed too clearly, it can also be seen as a form of support.

Therefore, whether he agrees, and what he should do if he agrees, will be a real test of his skills.

Next, Hideki Hanyu pondered the situation while playing badminton, and also chatted with Li Ka-shing and others.

With his mind so distracted, his game naturally went terribly.

However, Hideki Hanyu didn't care, because he wasn't particularly fond of golf. He mostly played golf in Japan to accompany Yasuko Sawaguchi, and in Hong Kong, it was all for socializing.

As noon approached, many wealthy people took their leave, and Wei Yi approached Hideki Yuzuru again to probe and inquire.

What are your thoughts on my proposal, Mr. Yuzuru?

Hideki Hanyu countered, "Governor, when will the University of Science and Technology be completed?"

Although Wei Yi didn't know why Hideki Yuzuru asked this, he answered truthfully, "The first phase of the project will be completed next year, at which time normal enrollment can begin."

Hideki Hanyu said, "The completion of Hong Kong's third university is a major historical event, and I think it deserves the attention of the media."

I would suggest that the board of directors of the television station I invest in produce a documentary about this matter, and I hope the Governor will grant an interview on it.

Having risen to the position of Governor of Hong Kong, Wei Yi was naturally no ordinary person. He understood what Hideki Hanyu was planning to do as soon as he finished speaking.

In Mandarin, it's like using someone else's strength to your advantage, or striking from a distance.

Hideki Hanyu is responsible for providing the opportunity; how to utilize the university of science and technology to promote and advance the airport construction is up to him.

Therefore, Wei Yi immediately agreed.

After agreeing, out of consideration for reciprocity, Wei Yi also asked Hideki Yuzuru, "If Mr. Yuzuru needs any help, please don't hesitate to ask me."

Hideki Hanyu didn't stand on ceremony and immediately made it clear that he wanted to offer them a car and horses.

"I have some investment ideas in Hong Kong's media business, not television stations, but traditional print media. I hope the Governor can help with the procedures and approvals."

Out of caution, Wei Yi did not agree directly, but first tried to ask, "I wonder what type of media Mr. Yuzuru belongs to?"

Hideki Hanyu knew what Wei Yi was worried about, so he simply answered, "Entertainment."

Wei Yi asked, seemingly a little worried, "Why did Mr. Yuzuru suddenly want to start an entertainment-related media outlet?"

Hideki Hanyu emphasized, "Governor, please rest assured that the media I want to work with will not involve any political news."

As for why I wanted to do it, I just thought it would be fun and I wanted to try it out.

Hideki Hanyu wasn't just making this up; he genuinely felt inspired and wanted to give it a try.

Just this year, a Hong Kong laundry detergent company was dismantled. Later, a certain Mr. Lai, who had been involved in causing chaos in Hong Kong, sold his garment business and founded the infamous Next Magazine in March.

When Hideki Yuzuru was helping Zhou Wenqiong and the other two through the checkpoint that morning, he happened to see this publication, which had only been published a few months earlier and was far less famous than it would be in later years. That's when he remembered the person in question.

Just like many years ago in Hong Kong, Hideki Hanyu took the opportunity to blacklist someone he didn't like.

This time, he suddenly became interested and wanted to have some fun with this annoying guy.

He wanted to show the other party what a double blow from capital and power meant.

Therefore, after answering, Hideki Hanyu then said to Wei Yi, "In terms of review, it's not just about helping me, I also hope to target my opponents."

Hideki Hanyu spoke very frankly, without any attempt to hide anything.

Anyone with even a little knowledge knows that during the British control of Hong Kong, there was no such thing as press freedom; various forms of press censorship and media control were ubiquitous.

If the governor wanted to, cracking down on a Hong Kong media outlet would be a piece of cake.

Faced with Hideki Hanyu's frankness, Wei Yi feigned difficulty, "I'm afraid..."

Upon seeing this, Hideki Yuzuru approached Wei Yi directly.

"Governor, I enjoy making friends, and I especially enjoy helping my friends solve their problems."

For Mr. Wei Yi, the Governor of Hong Kong was only a brief experience in his life, not the entirety of it, I think…

As he spoke, Hideki Hanyu's voice gradually faded, becoming so soft that only the two of them could hear it.

After Hideki Hanyu finished speaking, Wei Yi looked surprised and asked Hideki Hanyu a question.

"Mr. Yuzuru is definitely not lying to me."

Hideki Hanyu said earnestly, "I never lie to my friends, and I have no reason to lie to you."

As soon as Hideki Hanyu finished speaking, Wei Yi stared at him for a long time.

Finally, he extended his hand and shook hands with Hideki Hanyu, saying, "It's a pleasure working with you."

Hideki Hanyu smiled and shook hands, saying, "It's a pleasure working with you."

Not long after, Hideki Hanyu left Fanling Stadium.

In the back seat of the Bentley, Rosamund Kwan clung to Hideki Hanyu's arm, her entire body pressed against him, her beautiful face full of curiosity.

“Darling, what did you say to the governor at the stadium just now? He seemed so happy when he left.”

"It's nothing, I just helped the Governor resolve some family issues and future concerns."

Hideki Hanyu's answer was so vague that Kwan Chi-lam didn't understand at all. She wanted to ask more questions, but Hideki Hanyu hugged her tightly and lowered his head to stop her from asking any further questions.

In Hideki Hanyu's view, there are some things that even his women shouldn't know too clearly.

　The parts of the airport construction plot that do not conform to actual history are my slight additions to serve the story. Please consider them as differences between parallel universes, and I hope you will understand.

　　PS: This is to make up for the extra chapter from last night.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)