1982 Started from Hong Kong

Chapter 397 Gather together

Zhai Yuan dares to bear the nickname of "stock sniper" not only because he is a hot topic, but also because he entered the stock market twice, followed the financial trend, and never had any conflict of interest with others.

In a few years, another "stock sniper" will be born in Hong Kong.

Big Liu, Liu Luanxiong.

Now he is still called an "investment expert" by the media, without any scandals and not very famous.

But in the near future, for a long period of time, Liu Luanxiong dominated the stock market, offended countless enemies, but was still able to remain at peace.

Then we have to mention the woman standing in front of Zhai Yuan at this moment.

Liu Luanxiong's wife, the first female chairperson of the Tung Wah Group of Hospitals, president of the Hong Kong Scout Association, and one of the founders of the Aigomei Group.

Liu Baoyongqin.

"Mr. Zhai, nice to meet you!"

Liu Baoyongqin, who was 33 years old at the time, did not look stunning. There was a bit of strength between her eyebrows and eyes. The jewelry on her body was quite comparable to that of Lu Liyanqun, whom she had just met. She looked graceful and dignified.

However, when Zhai Yuan looked at the strong woman in front of him, he always couldn't help but think of the accusations made by her new boyfriend Hong at the press conference after she broke up with Liu.

'She has been keeping several superstars and even infected them with sexually transmitted diseases!'

"She has a special fetish in bed. Even though I'm gay, I can't stand this torture!"

"We spent the night together 11 times, and she ruined more than 1 pairs of my underwear. The night fee was 11 million each time. I won't count the threesomes with those male celebrities. In total, it was billion. Please ask your journalist friends to notify her to pay..."

Well... I started from scratch and I don’t envy Liu Luanxiong at all!

Zhai Yuan calmly shook hands with Liu Baoyongqin, turned his back and wiped her face, then smiled and said, "Chairman Liu Bao, I have heard of you for a long time!"

As the largest charitable organization in Hong Kong today, Tung Wah Group of Hospitals covers more than 80 units across Hong Kong.

The official purpose of this Thousand Stars Night concert is to raise funds to help the disabled and mentally retarded.

In fact, it is also to build momentum for the newly appointed chairman Liu Bao Yongqin. The film and television stars on the stage are just foils. At that time, the secretaries, directors, and justices of the peace of the Hong Kong government will all come to complete the handover of power between the old and new powers backstage. During the next few years of Liu Bao Yongqin's term, everyone will be happy.

These naturally cannot be discussed openly.

Zhai Yuan didn't want to have too much interaction with the new chairman, so he exchanged a few pleasantries and led a group of pretty girls into the backstage.

There are many big names at the concert tonight.

When Zhai Yuan pushed the door open, the lounge area was already crowded with about a dozen stars. Stars were coming in and out of the rehearsal room, dressing room, and changing area. Those with lesser status were only qualified to stand near the backstage passage and entrance.

An entertainment industry niche system with strict rules.

"Mr. Zhai!"

"Boss Zhai!"

"Brother Yuan!"

As Zhai Yuan entered the venue, the originally tacit ecological system was broken, and a group of stars stood up one after another, no matter how grim their expressions were before, they all put on smiles.

Zhang Guorong, who was sitting in the middle with several big names, came over and gave Zhai Yuan a big hug.

By the way, I whispered in his ear: "Boss, quickly find an excuse to take me out of the backstage. I am really stressed with Tan Sir here!"

Zhai Yuan looked behind him and saw Tan Yonglin also stood up from his chair, waved with a smile and called him Mr. Zhai.

"Brother Lun~" Zhai Yuan smiled and greeted Tan Yonglin, then lowered his voice and said to Zhang Guorong, "Brother Rong, tonight, under the name of the Tung Wah Group of Hospitals, Tan and Zhang will be on the same stage for the century's reconciliation. Don't embarrass me!"

"It's fine for us to be on the same stage, but I don't want to stay backstage right now. Go away!"

"Are you saying there is no conflict between you and Tan Yonglin?"

"There is no conflict, but my fans just peed on him, how rude!"

Only then did Zhai Yuan realize that Tan Yonglin was not wearing a coat, only a white sweater underneath.

"…The pay for Farewell My Concubine will be reduced by 10,000 yuan."

"You're taking advantage of the situation! OK, reduce it!"

Only then did Zhai Yuan push Zhang Guorong away. If he continued to hug her, people would inevitably suspect his sexual orientation.

He still had a smile on his face: "Brother Rong, I came here in a hurry and forgot to bring cigarettes. It's inconvenient for me to bring a group of pretty girls with me. Please help me buy two packs and send them over."

Someone came over immediately to polish my shoes.

A female celebrity of unknown rank came up, took out a red bag and said in a coquettish voice: "Mr. Zhai, I have cigarettes here~ Brother Rong, please sit down and have a rest~"

Zhang Guorong's face darkened and he scolded: "Shut up! You dare to show off the red jackpot? I'll kill you!"

After saying that, he strode out of the backstage.

Zhai Yuan was so amused by this funny guy that he smiled and shook his head. He took out half a pack of Double Happiness from his pocket and smiled at the female star who was shining shoes: "Thank you, I'm not used to eating raw tobacco, I still prefer this brand more."

No longer looking at the other person's sullen expression, Zhai Yuan picked up Zhi Shuangxi and walked closer to Tan Yonglin.

Behind him were Toshiie and a few members of Girls' Generation. When they got closer, the others had to move away from him, and the entrance and exit became even more congested.

"How's it going, Brother Lun? I heard that Rong Shao's fans were disrespectful to you?"

Zhai Yuan sat down next to Tan Yonglin and handed him a cigarette in a familiar manner.

Since entering the music industry, Tan Yonglin has rarely smoked. He took the Double Happiness cigarette handed to him by Zhai Yuan and pinned it on his ear without lighting it.

Principal Tan smiled nonchalantly and said, "Just sprinkle some water. The fans are too crazy, so it's not surprising that they would do anything."

"That being said, my artist has been so ashamed that he has no place to hide, so he asked me to rescue him and get out of here."

"Ah Rong is really... I've already said it's not a big deal." Tam Wing Lin smiled helplessly: "Speaking of being rude, last month he held a concert and my fans booked the entire venue. When he came on stage, they booed him and then left in unison. I haven't said sorry to him yet."

It can be seen that these two music stars are dissatisfied with the company's hype at this time, but they cannot speak out.

In comparison, his predecessor, Tam Wing-lin, was more open-minded, while Cheung Kwok-jong was more sensitive, otherwise he would not have announced his retirement from the music industry because of this incident.

"Anyway, you and Young Master Rong are on the same stage tonight, so let's shake hands and be good friends."

Zhai Yuan patted Tan Yonglin on the shoulder and said with a smile: "Did you hear the news? My Jiuyi Records Company is about to open. If I'm really not satisfied with PolyGram's arrangement, I'll just switch over and still support you as the top star."

Tan Yonglin half-jokingly said: "My penalty for breach of contract is very heavy."

Zhai Yuan snorted and said loudly: "The God of Wealth has blessed me. The stock market has been booming recently. I'm worried about where to spend my money. You can consider it~"

The two chatted lively, and when the other stars in the lounge heard it, they looked at them in different ways. 91 Records? With the words 91 on it, it will definitely be a big hit!
While Zhai Yuan broke the news through Tan Yonglin, he glanced at the celebrity singers around him.

His eyes stayed on a handsome guy sitting in the corner for two seconds.

She smiled and nodded at him: "I remember you are also a singer. You came to celebrate when I opened my first 1024. You can come to Records to try it out."

Liu Dehua, who was sitting in the corner, was slightly surprised and flattered.

Last year, Andy ended his more than 400-day ban from acting and, with the mediation of Chiu Yi-fu, he was finally able to reconcile with TVB executives.

Not only did his status plummet, but after his comeback, he took on a lot of roles and made a lot of bad movies, so his reputation also deteriorated.

I am planning to develop into the music industry and explore new tracks.

"Andy just terminated his contract with Huaxing Records this year. I remember you were planning to sign with EMI Records?"

Tan Yonglin followed Zhai Yuan's gaze, smiled and greeted Liu Dehua, then pointed at Zhai Yuan beside him and said, "Go to Jiuyi to find a big tap. EMI is not suitable for you."

During this period until the 1990s, almost no one in the music industry recognized Liu Dehua's musical level. His singing skills and voice were too immature. He entered the music industry by relying on his identity as an actor, but his prospects were not optimistic to the outside world.

From the perspective of a senior, Tan Yonglin sincerely suggested that he join 91 Records, as the new company would at least have more resources allocated to it.

Liu Dehua stood up humbly: "Thank you, Mr. Zhai, thank you, Brother Lun, I will definitely consider it seriously."

There is still some time until the charity concert.

Zhai Yuan sat backstage for a while, then walked into a dressing room with Girls' Generation and helped them put on their makeup.

Li Zhi next to her took the performance program she had just brought from outside.

Zhai Yuan took it and took a quick look. The first program was Girls' Generation's zombie dance to warm up the audience, followed by Zhang Guorong's solo "Can't Sleep".

That’s right, it’s another work by the great artist Zhai, who also wrote the lyrics and composed the music.

As the organizer, Jiuyi Entertainment’s staff knows very well who should be given the spotlight when arranging the performances.

After the first two shows ended, there was basically no show that could overshadow Girls' Generation, except for stars of the same caliber as Patrick Tam and Anita Mui.

The finale was another group dance by Girls’ Generation.

The highlight was the program that really sparked public opinion - the duet between Tan and Zhang.

Zhai Yuan thought for a moment while holding the program list, and asked, "Will Roman Tam and Jenny Tseng's "The Iron Blooded Heart" steal the show?"

"Probably not. They have worked together many times in the past few years, so it's no longer new."

Lizhi put his hands behind his back and tilted his head to ask the boss: "Should we cancel it? Give each of them a red envelope and let them go back."

Zhai Yuan thought about it, shook his head and said forget it.

After all, there are still audiences buying tickets, so there is no harm in playing the nostalgia card to calm the crowd.

Zhai Yuan raised his wrist to check the time.

There is still half an hour until the show starts.

He turned around and asked Li Zhi, "Has Chen Shilong arrived? And my new friends?"

Li Zhi nodded: "Brother Long just called. He has invited several cartoonists from Japan to come and enjoy the performance. The reserved seats are next to your seat, Mr. Zhai."

"Well done. It is indeed much more convenient to have a secretary. I will hire more in the future."

Zhai Yuan smiled and scratched Li Zhi's face, stretched his waist and said, "Let's go, Huimin and the others are already waiting, and we should go to the audience and take our seats. While enjoying the performance, we can chat about the comic publishing business. The printing factory and property building that my brother Li Zhiying left to me cannot be abandoned..."

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Celebrities, wealthy businessmen, officials and gentlemen.

The first three rows of seats at the Hung Hom Stadium tonight are filled with some of Hong Kong's most famous figures.

Then it will be the turn of ordinary audiences.

There are 12,500 seats. Taking into account the space taken up by the stage setting and lighting equipment, the actual number of seats available for sale is slightly reduced, but it is still full.

Tickets for tonight are not expensive.

Ticket prices are divided into indoor and outdoor venues, ranging from HK$100 to HK$220.

At that time, the purchasing power of Hong Kong audiences was already very strong, otherwise Zhai Yuan's 1024 and Golden House Fitness Centers would not have been able to sell tens of thousands of membership cards.

In comparison, the ticket prices for the three big stars, Alan Tam, Zhang Guorong and Mei Yanfang, were around 300 yuan, and the scalpers at the door even doubled the price.

"Mr. Huang, look over there."

In the corner of the second row in the inner field, several middle-aged men in suits and ties took their seats.

Xu Jingchen, one of the main writers of Yulang Group, looked around for a moment, as if he had discovered something. He quickly poked the boss next to him and motioned him to look at the first row.

"Baaaa? You're so clumsy!"

Huang Yulang glared at his younger brother with dissatisfaction, looked in the direction of his finger, and recognized Chen Shilong in the front row at first sight.

The big nose was so distinctive that Huang Yulang recognized him at a glance even from the side.

"He's just a big star, nothing surprising about that." Huang Yulang curled his lips, thinking that his younger brother had never seen the world.

Then, another editor Qiu Fulong also noticed something and hurriedly reminded him, "No, Mr. Huang, look at the guy next to Chen Shilong, isn't he the Japanese kid who drew Dragon Ball?"

Huang Yulang's heart skipped a beat when he heard this, and he took a closer look at the man who was sitting next to Chen Shilong and chatting and laughing.

"It is indeed Akira Toriyama. We met him last time when we went to Japan to discuss the copyright of Dragon Ball."

"Am I seeing things? The one next to Akira Toriyama looks like Hojo Tsukasa?"

"The one in the white suit, I remember seeing him last time in Toyo. He's the general manager of Weekly Shonen Jump magazine."

"Oh my god! I remember the pretty girl next to him very clearly. She was a newcomer at the Toyo Manga Awards last year. She was so... "

Huang Yulang stood up suddenly.

He no longer cared to listen to the chattering of his younger brothers around him, and his expression gradually became serious.

Cartoonists from Japan gather in Hong Kong. What’s going on?
He immediately ordered his eldest disciple Qi Wenjie and another popular young cartoonist of Yulang Group.

Huang Yulang narrowed his eyes and looked at the comic writers in the front row, and said in a deep voice: "Wenjie, Rongcheng, follow me up and say hello..."

(End of this chapter)