Hong Kong Film Intelligence King

Chapter 209 Don’t do to others what you don’t want others to do to you
"Ah Dao, call Ah Zhong and ask him if he wants it," Liang Kun reminded Wang Dao.

Han Bin asked in bewilderment:
"Is Ah Zhong renovating his house?"

Handsome Kun shook his head:
“When Adao was selling the house, Azhong didn’t want it.”

He paused for a moment and then said,

"However, we are a team after all, so if we have something good, we should naturally share it internally."

"With Ah Zhong's wealth, how could he not afford these antiques and paintings?"

Han Bin immediately understood Liang Kun's personal charm.

To be honest, when it comes to his own people, Leung Kwan's approach is impeccable.

Don’t worry about having too few and too little.

Liang Kun's approach is actually quite effective in maintaining the balance within the small group.

Wang Dao then called Chen Guozhong, little did he know that Chen Guozhong was just about to call them:
"Ado, who did James's thing?"

Wang Dao smiled and said:

"Does Inspector Chen want to get revenge for James?"

He put the phone on speakerphone so that both Liang Kun and Han Bin could hear it.

Chen Guozhong cursed:
"Bananas and guavas, I don't care if they die."

"How come the people in charge of this business didn't kill him for daring to sell cigarettes in Hong Kong?"

The king's way was silent:
"Then why are you looking for them?"

Chen Guozhong calmly said:

"I need to know which heroes made the move."

Wang Dao looked at Liang Kun and Han Bin, and saw the two nod slightly.

"I don't need to tell you who did it, you know."

Chen Guozhong smiled and said:
"I knew it. No matter how old Uncle Deng and Master Shen are, they wouldn't be this senile."

Why are you calling me?

Wang Dao shrugged:

"What else can you do?"

"I have a whole room full of antiques and calligraphy here. I'm about to take Brother Kun and Binni to pick some out. Do you want to come?"

Chen Guozhong pondered for a moment, then nodded:

"Okay, I'll come right away."

"I happen to have something to tell you."

Wang Dao hung up the phone:
"Brother Zhong will be here soon."

Han Bin asked in bewilderment:
"What does he want to tell us?"

Young Kun tossed a thin cigar to the two of them:

"Why guess? We'll know when Ah Zhong arrives."

Half an hour later, Chen Guozhong pushed open the office door.

Liang Kun tossed him another one:
"Ah Zhong, you look like you've got something good to tell me?"

Chen Guozhong said with a grin:
"Two guys who were just trying to make money fed the fish, do you think I'm happy or not?"

"It's just that my identity is rather sensitive, otherwise, I would definitely have lit a few firecrackers."

The three of them were startled.

Liang Kun asked curiously:
"Who?"

Chen Guozhong shrugged:

"He Liansheng's Da Pu Hei and Xingsheng's Bai Tou Weng."

"Both of these organizations have just issued notices stating that the cause of death for these two individuals is strikingly similar—drowning after falling into the water while intoxicated."

There wasn't even a corpse.

Handsome Kun clapped his hands and said:
"That's really good news."

Chen Guozhong complained:

"I know this is just an excuse they made up."

"These two must have been punished by the gang and thrown into the sea to feed the fish."

"But it doesn't matter, those who cheat deserve to die."

"Good riddance."

Wang Dao shouted to the neighbor next door:

"Aren!"

Chen Yongren immediately appeared in front of him:

"What are your orders, sir?"

Wang Dao pulled out a wad of cash and said:
“Brother Zhong wants to set off firecrackers, so go buy 20,000 yuan worth.”

Chen Yongren immediately said:

"I'm going right now!"

A black line appeared on Chen Guozhong's forehead:

"no need?"

Chen Yongren only listened to Wang Dao, and quickly turned around and left.

Wang Dao smiled and said:
"This is a good thing in the first place. I would have liked to set off firecrackers even if you didn't."

Han Bin asked curiously:
"Zhong, have you finally figured it out?"

"Are you also planning to buy a big house?"

Chen Guozhong remained silent for a moment before speaking:

"The head of the Kowloon region told me that someone was investigating me."

Han Bin was taken aback:
"Investigating you? Financially?"

Chen Guozhong smiled:

"if not!"

Han Bin laughed heartily:

"They must be terrified!"

Chen Guozhong said to Wang Dao:

"Someone has their eye on Wanjiang."

The kingly way disagrees:

"so what?"

"Let them investigate!"

At this point, he addressed the crowd,
“Wharf Holdings and Hutchison Whampoa are both holding significant positions in the company.”

Han Bin asked:

"How many?"

Wang Dao shrugged:

"Tens of millions of shares, I suppose."

Han Bin gasped.
"So much?"

Wang Dao curled his lip:
"It won't cost much money."

"Weren't those foreigners setting a trap?"

"We had barely left when they made their profits and exited the market."

"Although they don't earn as much as we do, they still make money."

"After the two companies exited, the stock price plummeted, and we happened to buy in at the lowest point."

"Whoever takes over these two companies in the future will have to pay us!"

"Lots and lots of money!"

Liang Kun's Strange Path:

"Someone wants to buy these two trading companies?"

Wang Dao nodded:
"The retreat of foreign capital to Chongqing is an inevitable trend that cannot be reversed."

"This is our opportunity."

"Even if no one buys them, once the price of these two stocks recovers to one dollar, we will still make ten times the profit."

Handsome Kun laughed loudly:

"You decide this matter; we'll all listen to you."

Chen Guozhong and Han Bin nodded in unison.

They might disagree with other things, but when it comes to stock picking... they're completely convinced.

The Way of Kings is straightforward:
"The retreat of foreign firms from Hong Kong will be a major trend in the future. It's not obvious now, but it will be clear in two years."

"Stock trading is essentially about exploiting information asymmetry."

"We are one step ahead of them, so naturally we are always ahead."

Han Binqi said:

"Is the capital of Chongqing going to withdraw from Hong Kong?"

"They've been in Hong Kong for decades, made countless fortunes, and are they really willing to give up such a huge market as Hong Kong?"

Wang Dao mocked:
"They don't want to give up."

"But if you look back, those capitalists in the foggy city were basically all protected by the Governor's Mansion."

“There used to be even special laws specifically for this purpose.”

"Hong Kong is about to change, what can they do if they don't go back?"

"Stay in Hong Kong?"

"That would probably mean losing all the money we've earned over the past few decades."

The three fell silent.

Chen Guozhong asked:
"Ado, did you get wind of this?"

Wang Dao laughed and said:

"Didn't I already tell you?"

Han Bin shook his head and said:
"It's not that we don't believe you, it's just too amazing."

Wang Dao curled his lip:
“It’s normal for Brother Kun and Brother Zhong to have some doubts, but Benny, you shouldn’t have any.”

Han Bin smiled wryly:
"Thank you for thinking so highly of me."

Wang Dao asked in surprise:
Do you think I'm saying you're better than them?

Han Bin exclaimed in astonishment:
"Is not it?"

Wang Daozhi shook his head:
"Of course not!"

“It’s normal that Brother Kun and Brother Zhong are unaware of the situation around the world since they’ve been on the island all this time.”

"But why don't you understand either, Binny?"

"The propaganda about Hong Kong, where the foggy city is located, has always emphasized how powerful the foggy city is."

"But in reality, the most powerful one right now is just a diode."

"What's so special about the foggy city?"

"In Europe, he was barely on par with Hans and Gaul."

"If it were any other country, perhaps a little intimidation from Chongqing might be enough to extend the treaty, but our homeland—since its founding, has never suffered a defeat in any foreign war!"

"Just recently, they gave the Annamese monkeys a good beating."

"Are you trying to blackmail me with your head, Chongqing?"

"Capital is the most perceptive."

"They knew perfectly well that the era in which they could take whatever they wanted from Hong Kong was about to end, so they had to retreat quickly."

"Otherwise, they will face utter destruction."

"Can they really stay?"

The three suddenly realized what was happening, and Han Bin clapped his hands hard:
“No wonder!”

Wang Dao smiled and said:
"Leave this to me."

"I'll definitely give them a good thrashing."

The three nodded in succession.

Chen Guozhong then said:

“There’s one advantage to the foreigners investigating me: I no longer need to hide my net worth.”

"To some extent, they endorsed me, so I no longer need to hide anything."

Handsome Kun laughed heartily:

"It's long overdue."

"Let's go check out some houses in a bit... Ah Dao, are there any available now?"

Wang Dao shrugged:

"Yes, there are still two sets left, but the auspicious numbers are all gone."

"Only one top-floor unit is left," Chen Guozhong said with a smile.
"I want the top floor!"

Kingly Way Claps:
"That's no problem!"

Chen Guozhong suddenly said:

"And there's good news."

The three were quite bewildered:

"What good news?"

Chen Guozhong chuckled:
"James got hit."

The three of them scoffed.

Chen Guozhong was taken aback and said incredulously:
"You already knew this?"

Liang Kun shrugs:

"We're officially affiliated with the club, so even if we don't want to know something, people will still bring it to us."

"James was first hit by a dump truck, then his limbs were chopped off, and then he was beaten up."

"It's not as simple as just getting beaten up."

Chen Guozhong murmured:

"You guys actually know that."

Wang Dao sneered:
"James must not have studied our culture."

As our ancestors said, "Do not do to others what you would not have them do to you."

This statement has two layers of meaning.

"The first requirement is for oneself."

"Don't impose on others what you yourself wouldn't do."

Han Bin asked in bewilderment:
"Is there another layer of meaning?"

Wang Dao nodded:
"The second level is the requirements for others."

"If you impose on others what you yourself are unwilling to do, then you are tacitly agreeing that others can do the same to you."

"You have to bear the consequences of what you did."

"Both Heliansheng and Xingsheng lost a big boss because of James. Under such circumstances, they naturally want to seek justice from James."

"Otherwise, neither Uncle Deng nor Master Shen would be able to explain themselves to the gang."

"Cutting off someone's livelihood is like killing their parents..."

"James has only himself to blame."

Everyone nodded in unison.

Hong Kong's triads are very bloody. They might not care about anything else, but if you cut off their source of income, they will definitely fight you to the death.

Chen Yongren is back:

"Boss, the firecrackers have been bought and laid out downstairs at the company!"

Chen Guozhong said excitedly:

"Let's go!"

Handsome Kun said with a strange expression:

"I thought you didn't want to."

Chen Guozhong curled his lip:

"How could I possibly be unwilling?"

"Two rice noodle vendors switched to selling salted duck eggs, and two foreigners got into a car accident. This is great news!"

"Let's go."

Everyone walked down, laughing and joking.

The neighbors were speechless at the sight of this scene. How long has it been?

Why are they setting off firecrackers again?

So he asked the king:

"Mr. Wang, is there any good news at your company?"

Wang Dao laughed and said:

"A foreigner got into a car accident and has to stay in bed for a month. Is that considered a happy event?"

The neighbors' pupils contracted, and they quickly stepped back.

Hong Kong is now dominated by foreigners, and if this kind of thing gets out, it will cause trouble.

Neighborhood secret passage:

Should I expose them?

After thinking about it, I finally shook my head.

What are the benefits of exposing someone?
Most importantly, this kind of thing doesn't affect Qiankun Films in the slightest.

Without any audio or video recording, Wang Dao could easily make up an excuse and end up in serious trouble.

Besides, they seem to be members of a gang.

The neighbors immediately abandoned their idea of ​​reporting to the foreigner and simply turned and left.

The more people there are, the more lively it is to set off firecrackers. Qiankun Film and Television Company sets off firecrackers every few days, attracting many neighbors to come and watch the excitement.

Even the property manager and cleaning staff came.

The moment the firecrackers went off, they were happier than anyone else.

Amidst the crackling of firecrackers and billowing smoke, and the cheering crowd, Wang Dao walked over and tossed the property manager a pack of cigarettes and a roll of silver notes.
"Sorry to trouble you all."

The property manager's mouth was practically stretched to the back of his head in a wide grin.

"No trouble, no trouble."

"Don't worry, Mr. Wang, we'll make sure it's cleaned up perfectly."

Wang Dao smiled and walked away with Liang Kun and the others.

The property manager quickly distributed the cigarettes and money to the group of cleaners and said:
"The same old rules apply; we can't let Wang Sheng down."

One of the workers said:
"Don't worry, manager, we will definitely not let you down."

The property manager put on a stern face, thought for a moment, and then smiled and said:
"You can't say that. We all depend on Wang Sheng for our livelihood."

Everyone nodded in agreement:

"The manager is right."

The property manager took out a cigarette, which a shrewd worker lit for him. He said earnestly:
"Li Sheng and Wang Sheng of Qiankun Film and Television are big shots. They will occasionally give us a chance to make a living."

"If we do well, we'll have plenty of opportunities like this in the future."

"Don't let a small thing cause you to lose a big one."

Everyone chuckled:

"The manager is right."

The property manager checked the time and gave instructions:

"Everyone, please work a little harder. Once we're done cleaning up today, we can leave work early."

The workers were even happier and shouted, "Long live the manager!"

The property manager patted his pocket and smiled even more broadly—Wang Sheng had just given him 30,000 yuan, and he kept 5,000 yuan for himself, enough for another month's worth of firewood and water.

Well, leaving get off work early could also allow me to check if there are any fresh goods on Portland Street...

Wang Dao led his men straight to his treasure room, thanks in large part to Mr. Fu, who was ranked number one on the list.

Liang Kun and the others were stunned, and said incredulously:
"How much effort did you put into this?"

Han Bin was heartbroken to see the calligraphy and paintings lying around so carelessly.
"Couldn't you have put a cover over it to store it?"

What if it gets damp?

Wang Dao shrugged:

"With so many calligraphy and paintings here, how can we possibly keep track of them all?"

"Quickly check if you need anything."

"After it's done, take it back to each household and store it properly."

Chen Guozhong exclaimed in surprise:

"Ado, how did you get this?"

Wang Dao smiled and shook his head:
"It cannot be said, it cannot be said!"

Han Bin looked at the calligraphy by Mi Fu in his hand and said incredulously:
"It's actually an authentic work by Mi Fu from the Song Dynasty! Adao, how did you manage to collect it?"

Liang Kun was somewhat worried:

"Ah Dao, angering our hometown is not a good choice."

Wang Dao was taken aback, not knowing whether to laugh or cry:

"What are you thinking, boss?"

"I was really crazy to go back to my hometown and do all this stuff!"

“Our roots are in our hometown, and we’ll be investing back there in the future. Why would I do something like that?”

The three of them looked at him.

Han Bin asked:

"Investing back in my hometown?"

Wang Dao nodded, then shook his head:

"Not now."

"It will be at least three years later."

Handsome Kun frowned and said:
Why three years later?

Wang Dao rolled his eyes:
"There's still a war going on in my hometown!"

The three of them were startled.

Han Bin suddenly said:
"Guangdong and Guangxi are neighbors, yet we haven't been affected in the slightest..."

"Isn't this a bit abnormal?"

Chen Guozhong nodded repeatedly:
"The fighting is still going on next door, but Guangdong Province has not been affected, which is very unusual."

Wang Dao said softly:
"My hometown is too big."

"Our strength is also gradually increasing."

"Keeping the war contained in the neighboring province and not affecting people in other provinces is enough to show the ability of the old men back home."

"However, the war is still raging, and the overall situation in my hometown is not good either."

"We'll go back to invest once the old men have made up their minds to clean up the mess."

Chen Guozhong asked in surprise:
"What do you mean?"

The Way of Kings is straightforward:
"My hometown is very dangerous now."

"Guns are everywhere, and the local customs are not good."

"Where the general trend will go is still undecided."

"Going back now is not a good time."

"The most important point is that we are not well-capitalized."

"Investing back in my hometown, I spend money like water."

"The money we have..."

Wang Dao shrugged.

The three fell silent, exchanging glances and agreeing with Wang Dao's words.

Wang Dao secretly shook his head.

With their current capital, they can be considered wealthy, and they are qualified to invest back in their hometown.

However, Wang Dao had great ambitions, and he didn't want to take back such a small amount of money.

He needs to become a truly wealthy person before he can go back; he has to be at least the richest man in Hong Kong.

Wang Dao suddenly said to Chen Guozhong:
"Brother Zhong, James is in the hospital. Shouldn't you buy a fruit basket and go visit him?"

Chen Guozhong curled his lip:

"I want to kill that foreigner, why would I go back to see him?"

"Ado, what are you thinking about?"

Liang Kun and Han Bin exchanged a glance, both feeling puzzled. This didn't fit the impression Wang Dao had given them; Wang Dao's perception of foreigners was exactly the same as Chen Guozhong's.

If the person who carried out that mission was the right one, James might already be back in God's arms.

Suddenly, Liang Kun said:
"Ado, do you have some plans?"

Wang Dao smiled and said:
"I think Brother Zhong should go and take a look."

Chen Guozhong put down the calligraphy and painting in his hand and looked at Wang Dao very carefully:

"Ado, are you up to something again?"

“Let me tell you, if you don’t give me a clear answer, I’ll bring a team to Mong Kok every day to check ID cards.”

"I do what I say!"

(End of this chapter)