Return to Hong Kong Island for a Century

Chapter 274: Tough (6200+)

Li Song roughly knew which organization was behind the interference, but he was unclear about who was carrying it out at this particular time.

Although this matter involves many people, someone always has to speak up first.

He wanted Tian Jiahui to find this person.

Li Song didn't believe these people were on that island.

If anyone in his family is in another country, I'll make them pay.

Li Song also has some other methods, but let's see how they work out for now.

For example, they could directly airdrop some counterfeit Amerindian currency onto that island.

These counterfeit bills are counterfeit now, but in 2080 they would have been works of art!

The more of this artwork you order, the cheaper it becomes.

Moreover, art transactions are not limited by nationality!

I'll just throw a few hundred million in counterfeit money onto that island.

Li Song simply didn't believe that the capitalists in Amer would sit idly by and watch their currency's credibility continue to decline!
If I weren't afraid of exposing myself, I could have provided the people there with printing equipment, technology, and even circuit boards.

Of course, you also need to use techniques to lose things; you have to throw them into the territory of those big shots in society.

To be precise, the money I put in wasn't counterfeit, because it was more real than real money!
Li Song even had an even more vicious plan.

Airdropping this counterfeit currency directly into America is equivalent to giving money to everyone in America!

This directly drove up inflation in the United States.

However, Amei is currently the main force against Fat Bear, so we'll leave him alone for now!

Once Fat Bear has separated from his family, Li Song will be able to let go.

Although Li Song didn't know much about economics, he knew how serious the consequences of giving away money for free could be.

Li Song didn't believe that if the money was airdropped into countries like the US, those black people who found it would hand it over and not use it.

If enough people find the money and can't tell if it's real or fake, can the Aramco government still invalidate its dollar?

If billions of dollars were given away for free, these artworks would be available in bulk on secondhand websites at extremely low prices, and airdropping them to the US wouldn't incur high fees either!

Unless Ami does what the third leader did later and completely abolishes the previous currency!

Tian Jiahui quickly went to find someone to inquire about the information.

Li Song was going to Phoenix TV today, and as soon as he arrived at the entrance, he was stopped by many reporters.

Phoenix TV is located in Kwun Tong, in a converted old factory building. One old factory area was converted into office and living quarters, while another old factory area was converted into a studio.

"Mr. Li, what do you have to say about the ban on Taiwan?"

"Mr. Li, when was Chang'an Aircraft Manufacturing Plant established?"

"Mr. Li, America released a satellite photo. Is it the location of the Chang'an Aircraft Manufacturing Plant?"

"Mr. Li, has the ban from Taiwan affected your business?" These reporters stopped Li Song's car and asked loudly as soon as he got out.

"Today is the launch day of Phoenix TV. I didn't want to say anything unpleasant today, but since everyone asked, I'll give my opinion!" Li Song said.

"I feel extremely honored to be blacklisted!"

"Because the fact that they can blacklist you means they are even more guilty and even more afraid!"

"Don't they ever reflect on how they got to the island in the first place!"

"Back then, with so many people across the country, why were they forced to go to sea?"

"I never imagined that a small-time writer like me could be blacklisted by them, could make them afraid!"

"This is a great honor for me personally!"

"As for whether their ban will affect me?"

"It will definitely have an impact!"

"Mr. Li, what countermeasures do you have in mind?"

Will you seek reconciliation with them?

"Their people said that as long as you write a guarantee, you can reach a settlement with them!" The reporters quickly wrote down Li Song's words. They were overjoyed because what Li Song said was eye-catching enough, and then they quickly asked more questions.

"Haha, a guarantee?"

"I guarantee his mother's safety!"

"I'd like to announce something here: I will give every Taiwanese artist who goes to the mainland to film a product endorsement!"

"As for the countermeasures, we'll have to wait and see!" Li Song blurted out, using profanity.

"Mr. Li!"

"Mr. Li, do all the Taiwanese artists who go to the mainland to film have endorsements?" When a reporter heard Li Song say this, he knew that Li Song was going to go against the Taiwanese side.

"Of course!"

"In addition, they can sign a contract with our Phoenix TV!"

"My actions have affected their careers, so of course I have to compensate them."

"I have nothing, but I'm loyal and value relationships, and that's what makes me rich!"

"Furthermore, I announce that I will impose reverse sanctions on Taiwan. Next, I will sanction the instigator of this matter!" Li Song directly launched a counter-sanction.

"Mr. Li!"

"Mr. Li, what methods will you use to punish them?"

"Would you bribe an assassin with money?"

"Or will you use other methods?" The reporters were stunned when they heard that Li Song was going to retaliate, and then asked loudly!

"After finding these instigators, I will go to their hometowns, write down what these bastards did, and burn it for their ancestors. I will also have their local clans mark these bastards as traitors in their family genealogies, and then cross them out!"

"And I will also take photos, hoping that they can watch the recording from our Phoenix TV station, because I will record everything and have their clan leaders on the mainland announce on television that they will be wiped out." Li Song had already thought of a way to deal with these people, although these methods would not cause any real harm.

But this practice is disgusting!

"Furthermore, I have already hired a lawyer to collect evidence!"

"Their actions have seriously violated the laws of Hong Kong Island!"

"As a taxpayer on Hong Kong Island, I have been treated unfairly."

"As a citizen of Hong Kong Island, I have been treated unfairly, and I hope the Hong Kong Island government can respond."

"These bastards' outrageous behavior has seriously affected our normal business activities."

"And I do not rule out the possibility that I will file a lawsuit against them in the International Court of Justice!"

"Oh, I almost forgot that the International Court of Justice doesn't seem to have jurisdiction over them, and their position at the United Nations seems rather awkward!"

"Ha ha!!"

"It seems the International Court of Justice isn't very effective against them either!"

"Forget it, forget it. If the International Court of Justice can't do anything to them, I'll just consider it a dog bite." The reporters interviewing him all widened their eyes when they heard Li Song say these words.

Li Song's method of revenge sounds incredibly novel.

However, reporters from Hong Kong Island felt that Li Song's retaliatory methods would likely enrage people in Taiwan.

Don't forget that even the bald guy wanted to go back to his hometown back then, and he even secretly went back once.

Not to mention the other people on the island.

Moreover, people in coastal areas place great importance on their ancestors.

Furthermore, Li Song also had the recording broadcast on Phoenix TV.

Many reporters are already looking forward to seeing what the recording will be like when Phoenix TV broadcasts it!
Although Li Song's actions did not cause any real harm to those people!

But it was a devastating blow to the spirit!

"Mr. Li!"

"Mr. Li, it seems that some of the people on the island still have parents who are alive!" Some reporters were just enjoying the spectacle!

"Those people haven't acknowledged their parents for a long time!"

"Look at what they've done, they've long since become someone else's dogs!"

"These people don't deserve to be called human beings; they are nothing but lowly dogs and lackeys!" Li Song chuckled.
"Mr. Li?"

"Aren't you afraid they'll retaliate against you using extreme measures?" a reporter asked.

"Heh, do you think someone like me, who can apply for aircraft manufacturing patents and successfully manufacture small jet aircraft with independent intellectual property rights, and who is currently in a lawsuit with a famous arms company, would be afraid of their underhanded tactics?"

"I'm putting this out there: if they dare to use any extraordinary measures..."

"I'll show them what extraordinary measures are!" Li Song suddenly thought of something: Taiwan has its own currency, doesn't it?
Let's get him!
For those countries that are friendly with Taiwan, I can simply spend some money on them!

We'll see if Taiwan accepts it then!
They could even throw money around in Taiwan.

They would airdrop the items at night in densely populated areas, like a shower of flowers.

It's just that there are some things that can't be done right now. If you do them, people will know it was you who did them. Even if there's no evidence, they'll still suspect you.

However, Li Song felt that it could be left to Uncle Hao to do.

"Mr. Li!"

"Mr. Li!"

"Are the specifications of the small jet airliner really as you described?" a European journalist asked.

“I am preparing to apply for a special airworthiness certificate in Europe. In addition, as a Hong Kong Island citizen, the aircraft manufactured by my company will also apply for flight permits and airworthiness certificates in London!”

"If it passes, you will be able to see this plane in Europe!"

"In addition, applying for flight permits and airworthiness certificates requires providing various data about the aircraft, and relevant agencies will conduct inspections. I believe everyone will be able to see the inspection data from these agencies in due course."

"This is something that can't be faked!"

"I hope that technology can change lives and serve the public!" Li Song continued.
"Mr. Li, have you ever considered producing small civilian propeller aircraft?"

“These jet aircraft are too expensive!” an American reporter asked.

"How much does a small, single-rotor plane cost these days?" Li Song asked.
"A ten-seater class would cost approximately $40,000," the reporter replied.
"Then go back and start a crowdfunding campaign. If a hundred people are willing to buy it and each pays a deposit of five thousand US dollars, our BMW Aircraft Manufacturing Company can manufacture a propeller plane with a speed of 300 to 350 kilometers per hour, a range of 600 to 1,000 kilometers, and ten seats. The final price will not exceed twenty thousand US dollars. If the final price exceeds twenty thousand US dollars, I will cover the difference. If it is less than twenty thousand US dollars, we will sell it to everyone at cost price!" Li Song hadn't expected such a good thing to happen.

Li Song knew that people in Europe and America loved doing this kind of thing.

As for airworthiness, flight permits, and certifications...
For a hundred people like this to crowdfund such an airplane, they must each have their own methods and connections.

Even if it means losing money, I'll do it because I might not lose much of my $20,000, but I can disrupt the market.

They want to eliminate the market for other companies making this type of aircraft. They're essentially taking a huge slice of someone else's pie.

"If you agree, I will have someone design it immediately. If you are satisfied with the design drawings and parameters, then you can give me the deposit!" Li Song said again to reassure everyone.

"Cool!" The reporter thought it was incredibly cool when he heard that Li Song had entrusted this matter to him and even cut the price in half.

This reporter actually loves airplanes, but can only fly other people's airplanes.

They are very open about these small private planes.

But as a journalist, I simply don't have the means to buy a plane!
Such aircraft require sufficient space to take off, meaning that if you don't have enough space at home, you can't take off.

As for outsourcing to an airline or aircraft service company, that would cost a lot of money.

Generally, as long as your home is big enough and there's a dirt road, you can take off.

This reporter can afford a plane, but doesn't own a big villa where he can park it!

Moreover, the profession of journalist means that one cannot fly to and from get off work, because there is nowhere to land a fixed-wing aircraft. If it were to land at an airport, it would be too far from one's workplace.

"Our company is developing helicopters, and we will produce small, micro, and light helicopters in the future," Li Song added.

"I'm really looking forward to it, thank you Mr. Li!" the reporter quickly said.

The reporter went back and decided to persuade the newspaper to launch a crowdfunding campaign in the paper.

This will greatly enhance the newspaper's reputation, and there will be no loss whatsoever, since we need to see the design drawings first!

If the design drawings are excellent, then the number of people crowdfunding might be even higher.

Thank you all for your concern!

"It's just to deal with the possibility of some people using underhanded and unconventional methods, so we won't be conducting interviews as frequently in the future!" Li Song said before entering the television station.

"Boss!" Liu Jiale was already waiting inside the TV station with his men. Some of the TV station's management came from the magazine, and these people had already heard Li Song's words to the reporters at the door.

"These ungrateful bastards should be removed from the family tree!" Liu Jiale said with a chuckle.

"Haha, I'll take care of this. You don't need to be the bad guy!"

"I'll send you a driver and a bodyguard later!" Li Song said again.

"Thank you, boss!" Liu Jiale did not refuse Li Song's kindness.

Only a few management members and Liu Jiale came to greet Li Song!

Li Song disliked the pomp and circumstance of everyone coming to pick him up.

Phoenix TV's logo is a golden phoenix head.

The words "Phoenix TV" are written on the top of the TV station's office building, along with a golden phoenix logo.

The landscaping in the factory area has been redone, with some fruit trees planted. Of course, all the soil has been replaced, since this used to be a factory.

The exterior of the TV station's office building has been renovated.

The interior has been reinstalled with central air conditioning, fire protection systems, etc.

Li Song came here once, but never came back.

The TV station's office building is one building, and another building houses the dormitories and canteen!

The TV station provides meals and accommodation, which saves its staff a lot of money!
If both husband and wife work here, they can share a suite.

"boss!"

"Boss!" Many people greeted Li Song when they saw him.

Li Song recognized some of these people, while others were not.

"Ok!"

"Thanks for your hard work!"

After strolling around for a while, at the auspicious time of 10 o'clock, the TV station held an opening ceremony!
Many people sent flower baskets, and quite a few came in person to offer their congratulations!

Golden Harvest, RTV, Cinema City, Ta Kung Pao, Wen Wei Po, New Evening Post, Parkson Department Store, Anjie Security, and the police station here.

Li Song greeted everyone one by one.

The content of Li Song's interview quickly spread, and many people were surprised by Li Song's tough stance.

Because Taiwan is a very large market, given its large population.

For other people, they would just write a guarantee for money.

Moreover, Li Song has so many ways to retaliate.

He even publicly insulted people from Taiwan, which of course caused some people to gloat.

Li Song directly hired a chef to prepare a banquet at the canteen.

The entire staff of the TV station came here to eat.

"Brother Song!" Amin finally noticed that Li Song was alone and quickly came over to greet him!

"Send me the comic this afternoon, I've been quite busy lately," Li Song said.

"Thank you, Brother Song, this is my mother!" Amin introduced her mother.

"Boss," Amin's mother quickly greeted.

Amin's mother works in the logistics department of the TV station. She was also assigned a small dormitory room here. Because the logistics department has shift work, it is normal for the TV station to work overtime at night. They need to provide late-night snacks, and there are also people filming. The canteen is under the jurisdiction of the logistics department.

"Mrs. Zhou!" Li Song didn't know what else to call her, so he just used that.

"Mr. Li, you're too kind. Thank you, Mr. Li!" Amin's mother was somewhat flattered.

"I'll get back to work now!" Li Song said and left.

"Brother Song." Arlene also saw Amin. Her intuition told her that this girl would definitely not get along with her in the future.

However, Arlene had mixed feelings about Li Song, and after hearing about the conflict between Li Song and Wanwan, she was afraid that it would affect her, since Wanwan could be very cunning at times.

“Ah Lin!” Li Song nodded as well. Ah Lin was unwilling to reveal her identity to him. This was something they had agreed on. Ah Lin also had her own concerns, fearing that people from the TV station would talk badly about her behind her back!
"Boss!" Lin Qingxia is a Taiwanese artist who went to the mainland to participate in the Romance of the Three Kingdoms. She only found out today that Li Song has been blacklisted by Taiwan!
I was initially worried about my career, but I just overheard Li Song promising to give us celebrities as brand ambassadors. I feel like I made the right decision to come here.

The TV station artists who were filming in mainland China all returned to attend the opening ceremony of Phoenix TV.

"Okay, I'll arrange a spokesperson job for you later!"

"I'm not going back to that lousy place!" Li Song nodded.

Then Li Song said loudly, "Any artist who has been blacklisted by Taiwan can come to my Phoenix TV. Everyone can spread this message."

"Thank you, boss!" Another Taiwanese male artist, Kou Shih-hsun, quickly clapped.

I never expected that participating in the Romance of the Three Kingdoms would lead to a commercial endorsement.

Moreover, having a wealthy tycoon like Li Song value him is far more important than developing on the island.

Li Song gave a brief speech: "Today is a good day, first of all, thank you all for coming!"

As Li Songsong said this, he clasped his hands in a fist salute to the arriving guests.

These people also stood up to return the greeting!
"The rest are the TV station staff and artists. I hope everyone will continue to work hard to make our TV station thrive. I, Li Song, am definitely not a stingy person."

"As long as everyone achieves results, we will arrange business activities for everyone!"

“I don’t have any other skills, but I do own a lot of companies,” Li Song said again.

The reason I'm saying this now is to appease the other artists at the TV station.

These celebrities also realized what they had said at the door earlier.

If you can speak for these outsiders, why can't you speak for your own people?

"Alright, everyone, let's eat!"

"Thank you all for your hard work tonight. We'll also have a delicious late-night snack," Li Song added.

Then everyone clapped together.

Li Song then handed out red envelopes to everyone one by one to start the workday.

Wong Jing, Hung Fat Man, Uncle Nine, Chow Yun-fat, and a large number of other artists were also present.

After finishing his meal, Li Song went to his office, which had a very large rooftop terrace.

One-third of the rooftop is occupied by Li Song's personal office and lounge.

The terrace has been reinforced and is now able to accommodate helicopters.

Because there is central air conditioning, it doesn't matter if you're on the ground floor.

This arrangement was made to ensure Li Song's safety, as it made security arrangements easier.

“You compile a list of artists from the TV station.”

"Then give them some endorsements."

"I'll sort out some products later too."

"However, it's crucial to specify one thing when signing the endorsement contract: no controversial statements can be made," Li Song told Liu Jiale in his office.

"it is good!"

“Those who aren’t very famous but have some fame will be given some commercial activities and appearance fees to earn extra money,” Li Song added.

"In addition, mainland China is going to film Dream of the Red Chamber, Water Margin, and Journey to the West!"

"We absolutely must send someone in!"

"You must obey the director's orders!"

"Tell them that if they perform well and become famous in mainland China, they can get endorsement contracts anytime!"

“But if anyone causes trouble inside, or disobeys orders because of their status, then don’t blame me for being impolite,” Li Song added.

"Okay!" Liu Jiale nodded!
"Go ahead and get busy, I won't bother them. The rest is up to you!" Li Song told Liu Jiale to get on with her work.

Then Li Song went to the outdoor terrace.

Soon Amin arrived, bringing her comics. The comics will be published next month, but as for the animated film, that will have to wait a while longer.

Li Song's remarks reached the ears of the Governor of Hong Kong.

This made the Governor of Hong Kong feel somewhat troubled, and he ended up suffering a loss in silence because of him.

The Governor of Hong Kong was unsure how to respond, so he simply reported the matter to London.

Meanwhile, the Governor of Hong Kong accelerated the process of leaving Hong Kong Island, and who knows what trouble Li Song will face next.

This guy is a world celebrity now, and his every move is watched by the whole world!
Now they're going head-to-head with Taiwan again. Tonight, global news will probably be reporting on this, since Taiwan is considered a hot topic.

(End of this chapter)