Rebirth of Hong Kong Island, leading the technology war

Chapter 229 Asking for calligraphy and painting, meeting Chen Yifei

But surprisingly, Hu Jiangshan thought that Wang Qiumin would ask Hu Rongguo to contact Hu Jiangshan.

After all, Hu Rongguo is Hu Jiangshan’s cousin, so communication is convenient.

Maybe Wang Qiumin is a man of temperament.

Hu Jiangshan had promised Wang Qiumin before, so naturally he had to answer the phone now.

"Hello, Director Wang."

"Brother Hu, do you have time? Let's meet and talk."

Hu Jiangshan was stunned: "... Chat now?"

"Yes, if it's convenient for Brother Hu, let's arrange a place to chat now."

"Director Wang, where are you?"

"I'm at the Longfu Commercial Building in Kowloon now."

Longfu Department Store is not far from Hu Jiangshan, but Hu Jiangshan has something to do now.

Hu Jiangshan smiled bitterly and said, "Director Wang, I'm not far from you, but I'm choosing calligraphy and paintings right now and I need them urgently."

"Calligraphy and painting? Brother Hu, do you like this stuff?"

"It's not that I like it, I want to give it to someone as a birthday gift."

Wang Qiu Ming was happy: "So you want to give it to someone as a gift? That's easy. I know a lot of friends who can help you choose a good calligraphy and painting. It will definitely satisfy you."

Hu Jiangshan was overjoyed when he heard this. He was just worrying about how to choose authentic calligraphy and paintings, suitable calligraphy and paintings, but he didn't expect Wang Qiumin to stand up.

In fact, this is very normal. Wang Qiumin is a director and belongs to the literary and artistic circle. Although he is not in the same circle as the art circle and the antique circle, these circles are very close and have many intersections. It is very normal for Wang Qiumin to know some antique experts and even calligraphy and painting masters.

Hu Jiangshan said, "That's fine, Director Wang, I'll come find you right away and we can have a good chat."

A moment later, Hu Jiangshan met Wang Qiumin in a coffee shop in Longfu Department Store.

Unexpectedly, Wang Qiu Ming was also alone, without an assistant or anything.

The two exchanged a few pleasantries and then sat down.

Wang Qiu Ming asked the waiter for two more cups of coffee.

Hu Jiangshan said with a smile: "Director Wang, I didn't expect you were still in Hong Kong Island. I thought you had returned to the mainland."

Wang Qiuming said: "Most of the people who came with me have gone back. They will go to prepare first. I will stay in Hong Kong Island for a while."

Hu Jiangshan took a sip of coffee and said, "Director Wang, what's the matter that you called me over so urgently?"

Wang Qiu Ming smiled and said, "We want to go to your island...what's it called?"

"General Island."

"Yes, yes, General Island, Brother Hu, we have already discussed it. We want to borrow your General Island for a few days to shoot a few scenes... no, about a dozen scenes. Just like we agreed before, we will definitely not disturb the normal work on General Island, nor will we let the crew members run around."

Hu Jiangshan nodded and said, "Director Wang, no problem."

Wang Qiu Ming smiled: "As for the fees, we will definitely pay you in full."

Hu Rongguo had previously mentioned to Hu Jiangshan privately that if they really wanted to use General Island as a location for filming, they would have to pay for it because it is a private island and private property.

As for how much I received, I can only say that it is not cheap here in Hong Kong Island, and the fee is charged on a daily basis.

Of course, as long as Hu Jiangshan is willing, we can also not ask for money and just treat it as a favor.

Hu Jiangshan smiled and said, "That's really not necessary, Director Wang. You were introduced by my cousin, so you are naturally my friends. You can use General Island as you like. Just follow the few rules I just mentioned."

Wang Qiu Ming laughed: "Brother Hu, you are so righteous! I will definitely make you my friend!"

Hu Jiangshan said a few polite words again. He was still happy to be friends with Wang Qiumin.

Firstly, the art, literature, and film and television circles are relatively flexible, with a wide range of connections. There are acquaintances in almost every industry, and it is almost certain that they will be useful in the future.

Secondly, Wang Qiu Ming is a very versatile director. He looks careless, but he actually speaks and acts very appropriately and knows when to advance and retreat, which makes people feel comfortable.

For example, today Wang Qiumin went to talk to Hu Jiangshan about this matter. He came alone and spoke very sincerely, saying whatever he wanted to say. This shows that he is very sincere.

Not to mention that Hu Jiangshan had no intention of refusing. Even if he was very hesitant, he would agree based on the attitude shown by Wang Qiu Ming.

Wang Qiu Ming is indeed a good person to make friends with.

Now that the general direction has been decided, other things will definitely be easy to discuss. The two chatted about a few more details. The contract has not been signed, but it is no different from being signed. They can just find time to make up for it later.

At this time, Wang Qiu Ming said: "By the way, Brother Hu, I almost forgot about your matter. Who are you going to give the calligraphy and painting to?"

Hu Jiangshan replied: "My grandfather."

Wang Qiu Ming was stunned: "Your grandfather, dear grandfather, that's Hu..."

"Yes, my grandfather is Hu Yingxiang."

Wang Qiu Ming's expression changed slightly. "Oh, Mr. Hu Yingxiang, the calligraphy and painting you give me has to be presentable. But since you are Mr. Hu's grandson, it doesn't need to be too expensive. Just show your sincerity."

Hu Jiangshan nodded slightly. He really deserves to be a director. His way of handling people and grasping people's hearts are truly remarkable.

"Director Wang, what you said is very good. That's what I meant. I wonder if you know anyone who has a better grasp of this aspect."

Wang Qiu Ming laughed: "That's easy. I know several calligraphy and painting dealers in Hong Kong. I'll pick the most reliable one to contact. Brother Hu, are you in a hurry?"

Hu Jiangshan nodded: "To be honest, I'm in a hurry and will need it soon."

"Okay, I'll contact him now."

Wang Qiu Ming picked up his mobile phone and dialed someone's number. The person answered the call quickly, but unfortunately, the person was not in Hong Kong Island.

After hanging up the phone, Wang Qiu Ming said, "Then I'll change to another one."

Hu Jiangshan thought to himself, this great Director Wang really has a wide network of contacts. He knows so many calligraphy and painting dealers in Hong Kong alone, which is amazing.

At this moment, Wang Qiu Ming suddenly said, "Oh, why not ask her for help directly? That would be more convenient. She is also in Hong Kong Island now."

"Who?"

Wang Qiuming smiled and said, "You'll know when she comes."

Wang Qiu Ming is still keeping the secret.

Wang Qiu Ming called the other party and the other party answered the call quickly.

"Okay, no problem, we'll be there soon."

After hanging up the phone, Wang Qiu Ming took Hu Jiangshan into a car and went to a place.

It was a luxury house, located in the best place in Kowloon. Only rich people could afford to live in such a house. According to conservative estimates, not counting the decoration, the villa itself was worth two or three hundred million Hong Kong dollars.

In front of the courtyard gate, Hu Jiangshan saw the house number through the car window - Kong.

The Kong family's house.

Hu Jiangshan asked curiously, "Director Wang, whose house is this?"

Wang Qiu Ming smiled and asked, "This is a wealthy family. Don't you know them, Brother Hu?"

Hu Jiangshan looked confused.

Hu Jiangshan himself is a wealthy kid from Hong Kong Island. Basically everyone in Hong Kong Island has an impression of him. Even if you don’t know him, you have heard of him. But you have definitely never heard of a wealthy family with the surname Kong.

“I really don’t have any impression.”

Wang Qiuming said: "It's normal that you don't know him. Mr. Kong is not originally from Hong Kong Island. He immigrated from the mainland. He stays at home every day and doesn't socialize much."

"Oh, no wonder, this Mr. Kong is a calligraphy and painting merchant?"

"That's not the case, but he can produce calligraphy and paintings himself."

"...Hmm? He is..."

Wang Qiu Ming didn't explain and just rang the doorbell.

This is a doorbell with talking function.

Soon a voice came. I'll be out soon. Please wait a moment. Wang Qiuming responded.

Hu Jiangshan was stunned. It was obviously a girl's voice, clear and pleasant, and it was spoken in Mandarin, which sounded very familiar.

After a while, the door opened and a beautiful girl was seen standing inside.

She was wearing a white dress with a small waistcoat on top. She was so graceful and elegant that people couldn't help but take a few more glances at her.

Hu Jiangshan was completely confused. He didn't expect that Wang Qiumin was talking about her.

This girl is Chen Yifei, a very famous actress in mainland China.

Hu Jiangshan and Chen Yifei had interactions in their previous lives, and they had met several times in this life, so they were destined to be together.

What I didn't expect was that this meeting was really a bit strange and we bumped into each other in a daze.

But Hu Jiangshan didn’t know why Chen Yifei was here.

What is the relationship between this man surnamed Kong and actress Chen Yifei?
Chen Yifei was also a little surprised when she saw Hu Jiangshan.

Just now on the phone, Wang Qiu Ming just said that he brought a friend over and wanted to pay a visit to Mr. Kong.

Unexpectedly, the friend Wang Qiumin was talking about was Hu Jiangshan.

Are Hu Jiangshan and Wang Qiumin on such a good relationship?

Hu Jiangshan saw Chen Yifei staring at him for a few seconds, and quickly greeted him: "Hello, big star, sorry to bother you."

Chen Yifei shook her head: "It's okay, come in quickly and drive the car in."

So Hu Jiangshan and Wang Qiumin got into the car again and drove into the yard.

The yard of this villa is not too big, but it is very beautifully decorated.

There is a scene every ten steps, and the various elements are very rich yet not cluttered.

Obviously, the designer is an expert in gardening and the overall design does have a bit of the feel of Suzhou and Hangzhou gardens.

Hu Jiangshan has lived two lives as a human being, and his mental age far exceeds his current appearance, so he is quite fond of this kind of garden.

Hu Jiangshan thought that if he had another yard in the future, he could decorate it into a small Suzhou-Hangzhou style yard, and it must have a pavilion. It would be nice to drink tea in the pavilion when he had nothing to do.

Soon, Hu Jiangshan and Wang Qiumin entered the house under the guidance of Chen Yifei and sat down in the living room.

From the shape, it can be seen that this is not an ordinary antique villa, but a specially designed style that is closer to the Tang and Song dynasties.

Even the decoration style of the house is Song Dynasty style, with a sense of Zen everywhere, instead of the Ming and Qing Dynasty antique decoration style that was very popular at that time.

Obviously, the owner prefers the Tang and Song styles.

Hu Jiangshan also liked this style and was also very curious about the owner named Kong.

Moreover, this villa is not small, but there are no servants or housekeepers to be seen, so it seems a little empty.

But it’s okay, this kind of decoration style requires emptiness to have artistic conception.

Chen Yifei said, "Please wait for a moment, I will go and call my grandfather over."

Wang Qiuming said: "Okay, we are not in a hurry."

Chen Yifei left.

Hu Jiangshan immediately asked Wang Qiuming curiously: "Director Wang, why is Chen Yifei here?"

Wang Qiuming smiled and explained: "This Mr. Kong is Chen Yifei's grandfather."

"Ah? Grandfather? Grandpa?"

"Yes, it's Chen Yifei's grandfather."

"…Dear grandpa?"

"Yes, dear grandpa."

Hu Jiangshan is a little crazy.

Chen Yifei's surname is Chen, and Mr. Kong's surname is Kong. How come he is Chen Yifei's grandfather?
Unless Chen Yifei takes her mother's surname.

Wang Qiuming saw through Hu Jiangshan's thoughts and said with a smile: "Yes, you are right. Chen Yifei took her mother's surname."

“…This is quite complicated.”

“It’s more complicated.”

"Huh? What do you say?"

Hu Jiangshan didn't expect that he was so gossipy that he actually took the initiative to inquire about it.

Wang Qiu Ming laughed and said, "Brother Hu, please don't spread this."

"Don't worry, Director Wang, I'm very tight-lipped."

Wang Qiu Ming said mysteriously: "Chen Yifei's father's surname is An."

"Ah, Ann?"

"Yes, safe An."

Hu Jiangshan was completely confused.

It would be fine if Chen Yifei and his grandfather don’t have the same surname, but how come even Chen Yifei’s father and Chen Yifei’s grandfather don’t have the same surname!
It's outrageous fucking open the door to outrageous, outrageous home.

Could it be that Chen Yifei's father also took his mother's surname?

Well, it really has become a family tradition.

Wang Qiu Ming nodded and said, "Don't spread it outside. Don't spread it outside."

Hu Jiangshan agreed, feeling a little amused.

Wang Qiu Ming told others not to spread the news, but he himself was spreading it crazily. He is simply a ruthless gossip machine.

It’s so gossipy. Too gossipy.

"By the way, Director Wang, according to what you said, this old man Kong is a master of calligraphy and painting?"

"That's right, Brother Hu, you can search for Kong Fengyan."

"... Kong Fengyan?"

Hu Jiangshan's eyes lit up. In fact, there was no need to search, because Hu Jiangshan had heard of this person.

Sun Fengyan is a master of calligraphy and painting, and a very famous one.

Kong Fengyan is a leading figure in the calligraphy and painting circles, as well as the art circles. He is well-known and can even be ranked in the top three.

Kong Fengyan is very good at painting landscapes. His works are majestic, imposing and full of charm.

It is said that any landscape painting by Kong Fengyan will be a hot commodity once it appears in an auction house, with a minimum price of one million Hong Kong dollars, and a maximum price of 20 to 30 million Hong Kong dollars.

This is still the case now. To put it bluntly, if Kong Fengyan passes away, his original calligraphy and paintings will be absolutely priceless, and may even be compared with those of Qi Da.

Moreover, Kong Fengyan has a very good handwriting and his calligraphy skills are quite high, so each of his characters is worth a lot of money.

Wang Qiu Ming brought Hu Jiangshan here for an obvious purpose, which was to ask for calligraphy and paintings.

this is a good idea.

Not to mention getting a landscape painting by Kong Fengyan, it would be good even if we could get a calligraphy piece.

Giving it to Mr. Hu as a birthday present is a perfect way to express my gratitude.

In his previous life, Hu Jiangshan heard that Kong Fengyan lived a secluded life and would not meet anyone who asked for his calligraphy or paintings, regardless of their status.

Few people know where Kong Fengyan lives. It turns out she lives in Hong Kong Island.

This is indeed a good place to find peace and quiet in a bustling city.

At the same time, Hu Jiangshan also sighed that Wang Qiumin had such a great reputation!
(End of this chapter)