Brilliant Years 1991

Chapter 239 I can't help but feel happy

Honestly speaking, anyone would be tempted.

The conditions offered by Mr. Xu were really too generous - having to be responsible for taking care of his children would definitely be a big hassle, but directly acquiring a complete set of basic supporting facilities for real estate development was really too good to be true.

What's more, even if this mature architecture and system is valued at only 50 million yuan, Cao Yukun can get % of the equity by investing million yuan, which is really a lot for free.

What’s more important is that the old man’s meaning is very clear, the control is given to you!

This guy... is much more generous than his father-in-law Guo Hongying!

However, the more this happened, Cao Yukun thought about it for a long time, and said, "I think... the shareholding of Taiyuan Group accounts for a large proportion. If you really want to help me, you can pay whatever price is right. I will take that part, and then we can make some adjustments internally. What do you think?"

This means not taking advantage.

In fact, in Cao Yukun's opinion, let alone the normal price, the fact that the old man was willing to sell him a complete company with a framework built by him was already a big favor. Cao Yukun was willing to buy it at a premium - after all, he was not someone's son, so why should he take advantage of others? If you take advantage too much, you will feel happy for a while, but you will be afraid of working hard for others afterwards! Cao Yukun would not take advantage of this kind of advantage!
The old man was very surprised.

After a moment of silence, he looked a little dazed, looking at Cao Yukun, and didn't speak for a long time. When he came to his senses and tried to smoke his pipe again, it had gone out. He took a few puffs, and seeing that the pipe was out, he didn't light it again. He put down the pipe, thought for a long time, and said seriously: "Then how about this, you buy the part that belongs to the company, about 50 to 64 million, it will definitely be done. Then you take out another million. If you don't have it, ask Guo Bo to lend it to you, or I can lend it to you. It's still the same idea. You put in this million, and the company will give you %! In this way, you get... about %!"

"Uh……"

It was surprising that the old man seemed to be determined to give it to her.

Once Cao Yukun buys the shares belonging to Taiyuan Group, the company will belong to Guo Hongying, Xu Youjia, Cao Yukun and Xu Quanheng. No matter how they discuss the shares, as long as the major shareholders are satisfied, there will of course be no problems such as loss of assets.

Of course, what Cao Yukun didn't know was that with Xu Youjia's not-so-strong control over Taiyuan Group, the premise of his suggestion for Cao Yukun to buy shares was that he had actually planned to buy that part of the shares with his own money - it could obviously be valued at more than 200 million, but he insisted on valuing it at 100 million, and then handed over the controlling rights to someone else. Given his control and prestige within Taiyuan Group, it would be difficult to push forward.

It is obvious that he is sacrificing the interests of the company to fulfill Xu Youjia's personal favor!

However, what he did not expect was that the business he had handed over could be negotiated like this - in a trance, he felt as if he had returned to 20 or 30 years ago, when he was young and followed his father, personally participating in and listening to the old man's transactions and negotiations with many big businessmen. In his memory, the businessmen of that generation almost all had such characteristics: they would not take advantage, were generous and magnanimous, and would give in when they could, and both sides would give in. As time went by, they had a harmonious and close relationship, and everyone worked together to make money.

He hasn't had this feeling for many years, ever since his father's generation grew old and passed away.

In recent years, the red sky has been dominated by people like Liu Luanxiong, who are accustomed to using trickery and plunder, stirring up trouble and making things difficult in the stock market just to make some profit from the price difference. In the eyes of the older generation of businessmen in the red sky, his actions are simply unscrupulous and completely unjust. Compared with his predecessor, Xiang Zhiqiu, who also made profits by speculating in stocks but was hailed as the "stock market weirdo" and "Xiang the Great", he is far from it.

Who would have thought that in two consecutive business deals, I would clearly see this kind of impressive demeanor of the older generation of gangsters in a young man from the mainland.

At this time, someone like Xu Youjia couldn't help but think: No wonder so many girls are willing to like him and want to follow him no matter what!
It’s not all because of the handsome boy he gave birth to!

This kind of open, free and easy, generous and domineering personal character really makes people happy.

No wonder Aqiong was still so willing to follow him even though she knew he was a playboy. Even though he did not promise her a wedding or a marriage certificate, and only promised her the position of Mrs. Cao, she was still devoted to him.

No wonder that silly girl of mine...

So, send it!
The more you deal with someone like A Kun, the more generous you should be in giving gifts to him. He will definitely not be ungrateful!

Even when he saw Cao Yukun hesitate again, Xu Youjia took the initiative to reach out and hold his knee, saying earnestly, "A Kun, stop pushing it! You and I are not outsiders!"

Cao Yukun opened his mouth, but finally nodded.

"Well, good! It is a gift from an elder, and I dare not refuse it!"

Upon hearing this, Xu Youjia immediately smiled and said, "That's right!" As he spoke, his expression relaxed again. He picked up his big pipe, lit it, and started smoking.

During the conversation, he suddenly remembered, "By the way, I heard that Aqiong has been looking for a house recently. Are you going to buy her a house? It seems that her requirements are quite high?"

Cao Yukun laughed, "Ah Qiong is my wife, it's not good to let her live worse than my concubine. Even if I don't want face, does my uncle Guo want face?"

Xu Youjia laughed out loud.

After laughing, he said, "Do you know Xiang Zhiqiu?"

"Yes! He's famous!"

Cao Yukun had certainly heard of this man. Apart from anything else, he had the most impressive number 480 license plate without letters in Hong Kong. It was said that he had bought it for million Hong Kong dollars three years ago. This man was one of the earliest tycoons who made their fortunes by speculating in stocks, and he had a lot of assets.

However, in recent years, he has probably been getting older and has not made many public appearances. After Cao Yukun came to Hong Kong, especially after he got in touch with Jin Zhijian, he gradually began to participate in many private gatherings of business tycoons, but he has not had the opportunity to meet this almost legendary stock market tycoon "Xiang Daxia".

"He is much older than me. This year he should be... around 23 or 1985 years old. He basically doesn't do anything anymore. I'm going to call him Uncle Xiang. I heard him say during a tea party before that he plans to retire completely recently and will probably sell off his house. You know his house, right? No. Sze Hoen Road, Taiping Hill, known as the 'Glass House', also known as the 'Genesis'. It was designed by an Italian designer at a high price. It is the most luxurious house in Hong Kong! The house was built in , and he started decorating it around that time. It is said that it is almost finished and has already cost nearly million Hong Kong dollars! I guess he doesn't have the energy to continue. What do you think? Are you interested?"

Cao Yukun was stunned for a moment, "Me? Is it appropriate?"

Hong Chik-kau was a stock market geek of his generation. Not only was he an expert in stock trading, but he was also an expert in luxury enjoyment. His mansion on Sze Hoon Road has always been considered the best in Hong Kong. He can no longer enjoy it, not because he is really old, but mainly because of family affairs. He has five sons, named "Ren, Yi, Li, Zhi and Xin", but the result is that although this geek is awesome, he is still not good at raising his sons.

Among them, Xiang Liyi once worked in the securities industry. However, he did not inherit much of his father's extraordinary abilities, but he inherited his hobbies and manners 100%. He was addicted to alcohol. Every day at 2 o'clock, before the market closed, he would go out to drink and visit prostitutes. He would often drive a luxury car through the streets in the downtown area. He could not make it in two years and ended up in a miserable way.

Another son, Xiang Lizhi, just this year, started the "TV Daily" with Huang Yinghao, who is also from a wealthy family. It made quite a splash for a while. However, just two or three months later, the newspaper went bankrupt and it was said that it lost a lot of money. Up to now, the people have disappeared without a trace. It seems that their father cleaned up the mess behind them.

It is said that the old man also has a son who is suffering from cancer, which makes the old man worried every day.

In short, none of his five sons were capable of fighting, so it was impossible for them to inherit his legacy. In addition, from 1985 to 1987, the land and housing prices in Hongkong skyrocketed. The old man had used that opportunity to recoup the money he had previously invested in real estate, and even made a lot of money, so he decided to retire.

However, he is even the previous generation of Guo Hongying and Xu Youjia! Among the older generation of businessmen, he is definitely not the most powerful, and he may not even be in the top ten. However, now that the older generation of tycoons have died one after another, his status in the Hongkong business community is getting higher and higher.

His mansion is the most luxurious mansion in Hongkong, and it is not just a matter of high price - if he does not have that status in the underworld, personal wealth and personal reputation, it would seem a bit arrogant if he rashly takes it over.

But Xu Youjia seemed particularly free and easy at this time. He simply waved his hand and said with a smile: "It's just a house. Don't think too much. What's inappropriate? Your own ability and reputation are already the best among the younger generation of businessmen in Hongkong. Ah Qiong is the eldest daughter of your uncle Guo, my goddaughter! What? Buy a house to live in, and you are still afraid of what people say?"

Cao Yukun laughed loudly, then said, "I'm afraid I can't afford it."

Xu Youjia added, "He'll probably sell it for 400 million to 500 million Hong Kong dollars, but I'll ask for a price for you. Just say you want to buy it to hide a beautiful girl, and the girl is Guo Hongying's daughter. Why? Don't you want a cheaper price?"

Cao Yukun laughed again.

Then ask him to help inquire about the price first.

But personally, Cao Yukun is not too interested in it - mainly because it is too expensive!
That house covers nearly 6,000 square meters, more than eight acres of land. Hongkong said it was over 50,000 feet! The whole house has three floors. Whether in terms of floor area, topography, design, architecture, or even decoration, it is indeed the best in Hong Kong. Even if it is placed in a place like Severn Road where there are many luxury houses, it is undoubtedly the best.

It is said that shortly after the house was built, before it was even finished being renovated, it was already rated as the world's most luxurious house - of course, this is definitely closely related to the high housing prices in Hongkong, first of all, it is valuable! But its reputation and status in Hongkong can also be seen from this.

Simply put, Cao Yukun feels that he is not qualified to play with that large luxury product.

It is not on the same level as the luxury houses in Repulse Bay, Mid-Levels, and Peak.

Perhaps in twenty or thirty years, as housing prices in Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and Shenzhen in the mainland are also high, my house in Shanghai, Qinyuan, which is the former residence of the China General Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai, will be qualified to compete with this house.

But now, judging from housing prices alone, their positioning is far apart.

The large amount of assets Cao Yukun now holds are mainly concentrated in Qinyuanchun Investment. Yiren Kangyin is his biggest cash cow. So far this year alone, it has helped him earn more than 66.8 million Hong Kong dollars in profits, supporting his series of investments and consumption, and a large amount of it has turned into other assets. In addition, the most valuable asset now is the % stake in the listed company Joyoung Electric, which is probably worth more than million Hong Kong dollars.

In addition, there are some investments and real estate that Cao Yukun hid in the mainland.

Up to now, it is said that Cao Yukun's personal wealth has reached 700 to 800 million Hong Kong dollars, equivalent to about 100 million US dollars, which is almost enough.

However, would you take out half of your assets to buy a super luxury house that will not be easy to cash in in the future?
It’s a bit too much!

Even though Cao Yukun wanted it, and even though Guo Chaoqiong was worthy of it given her background, she still passed.

However, Xu Youjia spoke sincerely and expressed his willingness to help make the contact, so Cao Yukun did not refuse anymore. He just kept contacting them. When the price came out, what else could he do if he couldn't afford it?
The money that will be invested in BBK, which is about to be fulfilled under the contract, is a huge sum of money. The money that will be invested in Su Jianshan’s real estate company is another huge sum of money. Now there is a new big hole - the purchase of 28% of the shares of the company held by Taiyuan Group will cost to million Hong Kong dollars. If another million is invested later, no matter how much money Yiren Kangyin can make, it will be completely drained!
After all, it is just a company that sells beverages, not a real money printing machine!

Xu Youjia seemed to be in a talkative mood today. He cheerfully brought up a new topic just after one topic was finished. "By the way, A Kun, I have talked about you with many colleagues in the company. They all praised your business vision and ability. They all admire you very much! There have been some changes in the company recently. How about coming to Taiyuan Group and becoming a director? Taiyuan is now a small shareholder of Joyoung Electric, and it is also an affiliated company. If I invite you to be a director, it will definitely be easily approved by the company!"

However, Cao Yukun waved his hand and declined, "No, Uncle Xu, I don't have time to attend so many meetings!"

But after this topic was brought up, Xu Youjia didn't know what he thought of. He seemed to be getting more and more interested as he talked. He was determined to make this happen. "Come on! There aren't many meetings. You don't have to come to the weekly meetings. You are now a rising star in Hongkong Business. You come to the board of directors to bring good luck to Taiyuan! At most, you can come over when you have time. It's enough to attend a meeting once every one or two months!"

After he said this, Cao Yukun suddenly hesitated.

Personally, he was not interested in being a director of Taiyuan Group or Wing Lung Bank, let alone the salary. But to be honest, he knew that even in Hongkong, serving as a director of several companies was one of the best ways to improve his identity and status. Moreover, if these identities were printed on his business cards, his worth would instantly increase a hundredfold once he returned to the mainland!
Taiyuan Group, one of the most famous real estate tycoons in Hongkong!

Now that the directors of Taiyuan Group are here to inspect, whether you are a local official or a local wealthy businessman, shouldn’t you be more respectful?
As for the network of contacts expanded as a result, it is actually a small matter - Jin Zhijian is the boss, Guo Hongying is the father-in-law, Xu Youjia is a friend regardless of age difference, he chats and laughs with the boss and president of Asia of HSBC, and Lin Liangjun, chairman of the board of directors of Wing Lung Bank, is the younger brother. To be honest, the pomp is enough, and there is not much value in making connections at the lower levels.

"Then... try?"

"It's no problem! You, Akun, can definitely do it!"

Seeing Cao Yukun nodded, Xu Youjia's face immediately lit up with satisfaction and he looked very happy.

The people of Hongkong are far more superstitious than the people in the inland areas, especially in the business community, where superstitious believers in feng shui and fate are everywhere. In fact, many companies and wealthy people are more willing to make friends with newly emerging business talents. They are optimistic about them and like to invite them to serve as directors of the company - they believe that this will help them gain good fortune!

It was a perfect match.

And it also made Cao Yukun recall that in fact, last month, the big boss Jin Zhijian brought up this topic and asked him if he wanted to join his CITIC Pacific as a director. Cao Yukun directly rejected it at that time, and the big boss Jin did not insist. And just before returning to the mainland last time, Cao Yukun went to his father-in-law Guo Hongying's house for dinner. The old man also half-seriously asked if he wanted to join Hongyun Group as a director. Cao Yukun felt that it was not meaningful, so he just turned it down at that time.

Looking back now, I should have done the next one.

Everyone wants to borrow some of their luck!
Next, it is actually very helpful to strengthen the connection between each other and take the relationship to the next level.

But it’s not too late, you can just bring it up yourself later.

They drank a pot of tea for more than an hour and discussed many things unknowingly. When Xu Youjia's big pipe was smoked out and the tea in the cup was almost tasteless, Cao Yukun finally said goodbye.

Old man Xu Youjia put down his pipe and actually stood up to see the guest off.

This naturally means extreme importance.

Cao Yukun declined politely, but seeing that the old man insisted, he stopped refusing.

For young people, it is important to achieve success in their careers, but getting more praise from others will also help improve their status in the world. Xu Youjia is willing to be a raft himself, and it would be disrespectful to refuse.

However, when the two friends of different ages walked to the elevator while chatting and laughing, they saw the secretary who was leading the way and pressing the elevator button in front paused for a moment, then took the initiative to make way. When the two people entered the elevator, Cao Yukun saw at a glance that Xu Huiya, the eldest daughter of the Xu family, was also waiting in the elevator. Xu Youjia also saw his daughter very quickly, was stunned for a moment, and his face suddenly became ugly again.

(End of this chapter)