A century-old wealthy family that rose from Shanghai

In September, good news finally emerged regarding the Sino-British negotiations, and the Hong Kong stock market was the first to respond.

Originally, the Ping An Index bottomed out at 896 points in July (1984) and then began to rebound; now, with good news from the Sino-British negotiations, the Ping An Index has quickly risen back above 1100 points.

A meeting is being held in the conference room of Hutchison Whampoa.

Chairman of the Board Chen Wenjie, CEO Ma Shimin, Director Mai Lisi, Director Huo Jianning, along with the original senior management of Hutchison Whampoa, all attended.

The Chinese face has been expanded to include Canning Fok, but in reality, Simon Murray and John McLeod were both brought in by CK Asset Holdings. Overall, CK Asset Holdings now has 100% control over Hutchison Whampoa.

At the start of the meeting, Simon Murray presided over the meeting, saying, "Regarding the Whampoa Dockyard project, we have been working overtime to negotiate with the Hong Kong government. I am very confident that the Hong Kong government will be happy to accept our terms, after all, once the negotiations are finalized, the Hong Kong government urgently needs to revitalize the real estate industry."

The Whampoa Dockyard is an industrial site, and Hutchison Whampoa now hopes to convert it into a commercial and residential site at the lowest possible land premium, namely, to develop the "Whampoa Garden" project.

Chen Wenjie nodded and said, "Okay. The Huangpu Garden project will become one of Hutchison Whampoa's important sources of profit in the next few years, and will also lay a solid foundation for Hutchison Whampoa's overseas expansion plan next year."

Upon hearing this, everyone was immediately incredulous.

A senior British executive asked, "Is Hutchison Whampoa shifting its focus to overseas development?"

Chen Wenjie denied it, saying, "You can't say that. It's Hutchison Whampoa that needs to expand overseas, after all, Hong Kong is too small."

Simon Murray immediately replied, “That’s the situation. Hutchison Whampoa has already completed its layout in retail trade, container terminals, telecommunications and energy, and manufacturing. In addition to steadily developing our business in Hong Kong, we can indeed consider overseas expansion next year.”

Foreign managers have no reason to disagree with this issue of overseas development.

It was because of these concerns that Chen Wenjie strongly advocated for inviting Huo Jianning to Hutchison Whampoa in case of future changes.

After all, in Chen Wenjie's plan, overseas markets need to be developed, and the mainland will also need to be developed in the future. Just as his father said, we can no longer be wary of the mainland. At least for now, things are developing in a positive direction.

Subsequently.

Simon Murray continued to chair the meeting: "On the telecommunications front, we have completed the final testing and will launch our mobile communications service at Christmas. This service will not only be the first mobile communications service in Hong Kong, but will also combine our pager network and mobile network, deeply binding our communications customers."

In 1980, Hutchison Whampoa swiftly acquired seven paging stations in Hong Kong, subsequently establishing a communications market that accounted for 70% of Hong Kong's pager market.

The purpose of all this was for today's mobile communication services. When Motorola launched commercial mobile communications in 1983, Hutchison Communications began to contact them, commissioning Motorola to manufacture mobile phones, and Hutchison Communications launched mobile communication services in Hong Kong.

"Great!" Chen Wenjie exclaimed happily. "This is a revolutionary event!"

It happened even earlier than in his previous life, something no one knew, but Chen Guangliang had been paying attention to it, since he also wanted to use a mobile phone, even though it was still a big brick at the moment.

Ma Shih-min is undoubtedly a very qualified CEO; he is meticulous in his work and has a broad perspective.

Moreover, Simon Murray always greeted his colleagues with a smile at Hutchison Whampoa, which earned him much praise from them. It is worth noting that Simon Murray worked long hours every day, attending several meetings a day, demonstrating a meticulous work attitude.

In comparison, Chen Wenjie was merely in charge of the overall situation.

Hutchison Whampoa is taking action, and Cheung Kong Holdings has naturally already taken action long ago.

After acquiring Exchange Square, CK Asset Holdings continued to invest without delaying the project. Once completed, the commercial complex, consisting of three office towers, will have its first and second towers completed in 1985, each 52 stories high, and the third tower 33 stories high. The ground floor of the complex will house a shopping mall, with a total construction area of ​​200 million square feet.

At the same time, after taking back the old wing of the Miramar Hotel, they quickly came up with the plan for 'Miramar Plaza' - an eight-story shopping mall of 55 square feet as the 'base', on which an 18-story office building was built, with each floor of the office building being 39200 square feet, equivalent to 70 square feet of floor space, and the entire project also having a floor space of 120 million square feet.

Cheung Kong Holdings has spent a great deal of effort and money on just these two large-scale commercial projects.

As a result, there are no plans for the Cheung Kong Group's headquarters building, and the Murray Road car park next to it is still in the hands of the Hong Kong government, with no discussion on its transfer yet.

in the office.

Chen Wenjie is also planning the development of real estate by Cheung Kong Holdings. Cheung Kong has very rich resources. First of all, he controls Hutchison Whampoa, Ching Chau Ying Ni, and Hong Kong Electric (directly controlled by Hutchison Whampoa). He can use the rich land reserves of these three companies for development.

During this period, Cheung Kong Holdings also acquired some residential land, which could also provide housing for the 1980s.

Cheung Kong Holdings also owns a large tract of land in Tin Shui Wai, including Kingswood Villas, a large-scale project that has been under development for over 15 years; Cheung Kong Holdings also owns the Discovery Bay project, which is only in its tenth phase, but is expected to be more than forty phases.

In addition to the above, CK Asset Holdings will also collaborate with CK Asset Holdings to develop the Sun Fung Textile Industrial Park in Tsuen Wan and the Wing Cheong Heavy Industry Industrial Park in Tseung Kwan O, both of which are undoubtedly large-scale projects.

Of course, in order to maximize profits, these projects had to run throughout the 1980s and 1990s.

In fact, Chan Kwong-leung was quite selfish in this regard. He subconsciously believed that Hong Kong's development was largely due to his efforts, so it was only natural for the Chan family to make some money in the real estate market. At least it was a normal business practice, not to mention that Cheung Kong was a listed company.

Currently, the housing supply in Hong Kong is less than in the previous life, mainly because some land is still in the hands of the Chen family. Of course, once development is completed in the 1980s and 90s, there will be more housing than in the previous life.

After all, Kingswood Villas alone has a total of 2 residential units, 5000 more than in the previous life; and Tin Shui Wai will also have other residential projects and a large number of public housing units, because Tin Shui Wai in this life has a large industrial park and is no longer an isolated city.

this day.

Chen Guangliang's long-awaited visit to Dibora's villa surprised Dibora as well.

She said resentfully, "Sir Chen, even as a lover, I shouldn't be treated like this. It's been almost two months since I last saw you."

Chen Guangliang felt ashamed. He didn't actually like Diborah that much; she was just a pretty woman, and he didn't have any special feelings for her.

"Indeed, but here I am!"

Diborah sat on the sofa with Chen Guangliang. She was wearing a tight-fitting dress today, and her figure was still very graceful.

She took Chen Guangliang's arm and said, "Sir Chen, didn't you say before that you would support me if I wanted to get married?"

Chen Guangliang said frankly, "Of course! What's wrong? Are you thinking about getting married, or have you found a suitable partner?"

Could it be 'Ah Si' again?

Just as Deborah was about to answer, the phone rang, and she went to answer it.

Chen Guangliang also got up out of curiosity and came to Dibora's side.

"Minyi, are you home?"

Hearing them call each other so affectionately, Chen Guangliang was a little displeased. They hadn't broken up yet, so how could he have already found someone else?

Although he never cared that some women left him to start new families, after all, he was just playing around, and once the novelty wore off, he would naturally let them go. He could support them all, and although he had enough money, if he didn't provide for them, trouble would inevitably arise sooner or later.

Of course, he genuinely likes Kwan Ka-wai and Lee Chi, and at least for the past ten years or so, he hasn't had any intention of going free.

"at home"

Deborah suddenly felt a tightness all over her body and immediately realized that Sir Chen was angry. However, if she hung up the phone immediately, her future employer would definitely feel it, so she could only continue to call Ah Si.

Chen Guangliang, on the other hand, also decided to say goodbye properly.

He hugged Deborah from behind and started groping her all over, and he suddenly felt a surge of excitement.

"Um, it's nothing, I'm just exercising. I'm all sweaty right now, how about we talk later?" "Okay."

Dipola put down the phone, braced her hands on the table, and began to breathe heavily.

"Sir Chen, I haven't even agreed to her yet, why are you jealous!"

Chen Guangliang, with Dibora on his head, laughed and said, "I'm not jealous, I'm just very excited. You know I'm an old man, some things need to be new!"

“You don’t look like an old man at all; you’re as strong as an ox.”

The two quickly went from the first floor to the second floor. Dibora's petite and graceful figure was still very alluring.

Afterwards, Deborah lay in Chen Guangliang's arms and said weakly, "I didn't betray you!"

“I believe you! But you’ve already had that thought!” Chen Guangliang slid his hand across her beautiful bare back, his voice calm.

Dipola bowed slightly and said, "My family makes me really want to get married. Of course, if you're willing to spend at least once a month with me and give me a child, I'll definitely stay with you forever."

In her eyes, 74-year-old Chen Guangliang looked younger and more charming than 48-year-old Ah Si. Even though she hadn't known him in that area, Dibora wasn't a novice in love; she knew that 74-year-old Chen Guangliang was still a king.

Chen Guangliang said seriously, "If you like her, then get ready to get married. I can't give you those things. Your dowry should be enough. This time you bought up real estate at rock-bottom prices, and you'll soon become a multi-millionaire."

Dipola has been with him for eight years, and this wave of bargain hunting has resulted in her owning at least dozens of high-end residences and shops, currently valued at nearly 30 to 40 million.

Dipola was somewhat disappointed, but she quickly regained her composure and said, "Then I'll get married. You can't ask me to do things for you, but you can let me do things for you."

"What if they need you to do it?"

"You're going to die. Just make sure you protect me."

"Haha, go ahead and get married, I'm not that kind of person. But I will definitely need your help with that kind of thing in the future. Of course, there's also the benefit of giving you some guidance on investments."

Dipola said with satisfaction, "Yes, I will definitely keep your secret, and I won't tell even your future family a word."

Chen Guangliang was naturally not very comfortable with a woman he was about to marry, but of course he wasn't without his methods:

First of all, even if some of it gets out, people will just treat it as gossip. Whether it's true or false, it won't really have much of an impact. It's like in a previous life when someone spread a rumor that Li Ka-shing brought Li Jiaxin home.

Secondly, Chan Kwong-leung has been retired for five years, so some gossip doesn't have a significant impact on his family. In addition, Hong Kong society is relatively tolerant, and many women openly talk about being mistresses of wealthy men.

Finally, Chen Guangliang had full-body photos and videos of Dibora, which the woman also knew about. Of course, he didn't know how to fix computers or anything like that, and these things were in a safe in the basement; he himself didn't have access to them.

That evening, Dibora gave up one of her places for the last time, and Chen Guangliang was very satisfied as he 'sent her off to her wedding'.

Chen Guangliang's motorcade drove into the parking lot of Kai Tak Airport, and then he boarded his private jet 'Sky One' with his bodyguards and assistants.

He naturally wouldn't allow the flight crew to line up under the plane to welcome him, as this would not only be detrimental to appeasing the flight crew, but also potentially allow Hong Kong media to capture his extravagant lifestyle.

Of course, the three pilots and the six flight attendants chose to welcome him at the door inside the plane.

"Sir Chen, welcome aboard your flight to London!"

"Captain Wesker will have to trouble you again."

"You're welcome, it's our job!"

Chen Guangliang treated the three pilots with great courtesy, paying them the maximum salary. Of course, pilots who could join his private jet had to pass many tests.

Afterwards, Chen Guangliang sat on a sofa on the first floor of the plane, while six flight attendants, led by the Japanese chief flight attendant Masako, stood in a row, which was quite eye-catching.

They wore specially made flight attendant uniforms, meticulously designed by a French design master. The uniforms came in two styles—mainly dark blue or mainly red, with a white shirt underneath. The large red bow at the waist and red gloves were important embellishments and highlights of the entire flight attendant uniform design. Of course, they always wore the most eye-catching black stockings and black high heels.

"Mr. Chen, this flight takes 14 hours and 35 minutes, and the arrival time at London Airport is..." Yako, who is preparing to become a lifelong flight attendant, reported very seriously and responsibly.

At this time, Chen Guangliang's bodyguards were also conducting checks, which were routine and mainly to prevent the use of eavesdropping devices.

"Okay, I look forward to seeing you all again, girls!"

The six flight attendants all smiled; they too were eager to serve this charismatic tycoon.

Then, when Chen Guangliang saw the bodyguard and female assistant Ah Hong come downstairs, he stood up and said, "I'll have some breakfast first, and then I'll work out at the gym later!"

"Yes, we'll arrange it right away!"

When Chen Guangliang reached the second floor, the two flight attendants accompanying him immediately helped him remove his suit jacket and prepared comfortable loungewear for him. This was his castle in the sky, and Chen Guangliang naturally didn't want to be dressed formally in a suit.

The two flight attendants, looking at Chen Guangliang's muscular physique, were not surprised by his youthful appearance, given that he had been serving for so many years. On the contrary, the flight attendants would often intentionally or unintentionally stroke Chen Guangliang's muscles, showing their professionalism and desire to improve.

The two only stopped brushing against each other when the flight attendant, Masako, came aboard. They handed over the final cleanup work to Masako and then went to straighten their suits.

Breakfast was plentiful, including pan-fried steak, matsutake mushrooms, and a bowl of crab roe noodles.

Masako mixed the crab roe and noodles together and said, "This is the menu and ingredients provided by your culinary team. This crab roe noodle dish is made from 20 large hairy crabs. This matsutake mushroom was also sourced from the mainland and air-freighted to Hong Kong; it's very fresh."

Chen Guangliang does indeed have a team of chefs, which includes not only top chefs, but also collaborates with the purchasing department of Shangri-La Hotel to source the world's finest ingredients.

"Yako, Ahong, get some tableware ready and share some with me. I can't finish all of this!"

"Ok"

After sharing some of the food, Chen Guangliang began to eat, a scene that naturally touched Yazi and Ahong. They wouldn't have minded or complained about eating the owner's leftovers, even if it was top-notch cuisine, but the owner didn't start eating first, instead sharing with them – that's the attention to detail.

Chen Guangliang enjoys this kind of life, sipping a little red wine.

Many wealthy men, once they reach a certain age, find that women are no longer as appealing, and their diets need to be lighter—essentially losing two of life's greatest pleasures. He, however, is different. His body remains in excellent condition; he can eat as much as he wants without gaining weight, and his sex life maintains a four-to-five-day work week frequency.

After breakfast, he went to the gym and first lay down on a massage bed where Masako gave him a simple massage to activate his body's functions. Afterward, he did some light exercise, mainly to boost his metabolism and loosen his muscles, not for actual training.

After exercising, he went to take a shower, with Masako attending to him the whole time.

Chen Guangliang lay in the bathtub, looking at Yazi's hanging shirt, the lace lingerie underneath clearly visible.

"Do you want it?"

Masako said shyly, "It's up to you."

"Ha ha"

Chen Guangliang splashed foam water on Yazi's flight attendant uniform, and soon a wet beauty lay in his arms.

A symphony of love resounded in the air! (End of Chapter)