Rebirth of Hong Kong Island, I, the rice class leader

Chapter 198 Chapter 198: The leader who got there first!Get a small monopoly business first!
There is nothing to talk about in public welfare auctions. The people present are all real gentlemen, and no one will engage in malicious bidding for public welfare.

It's nothing more than giving each other face and money.

Gao spent 2 yuan to buy an oil painting of roses. According to Ruttonji, this was a high-quality imitation that he had bought from a friend.

Of course it's a high imitation. If it's true, this rose by Van Gogh would be worth hundreds of millions of dollars in future generations.

Gao Yao discovered that the people present were very supportive of charity, and some of the Westerners seemed to be Parsis.

He asked Mrs. Jian beside him, and Mrs. Jian whispered in her ear: "Dear MR. Gao, the Parsis who worship the true fire are a favorite ethnic group of the empire. They have a certain power in Bombay and this city."

Only then did Gao Yao understand that the Parsi was a descendant of the original Persians and believed in Zoroastrianism.No wonder!

A public welfare auction lasted for most of the day. After the public welfare auction was over, it was naturally a salon, where a group of men and women chatted privately.

Mrs. Jian, who understood Gao Yao's intentions, led him to Ruttonji: "Congratulations, Mr. Ruttonji."

“Citizens suffering from tuberculosis will definitely be grateful after receiving this donation.”

“The most important thing is to help the general public.”

Ruttonji said piously: "Maybe Dimei in heaven can be a little happier."

"What a compassionate person."

Standing next to Ruttonji was Colonel Anders Suriano, whom Gao Yao and Mrs. Jane had been talking to before they arrived.

Ruttonji apologized: "Mrs. Jane, Mr. Gao, if you don't mind, I'm afraid I want to have a talk with this gentleman."

"Actually, something happened."

Gao Yao said directly: "Mr. Ruttonji, I think that if we want to truly prevent tuberculosis, donations alone are not enough."

"Oh?"

Ruttonji was immediately interested. Since the death of his daughter Timmy, his mental state had plummeted. Only later was he reminded that he might as well do charity in memory of his daughter.

Not to mention, since doing charity work related to the prevention of tuberculosis, Ruttonji's mental state has recovered very quickly and he is very energetic.

He thought that this was God’s will and his daughter’s intention, to do charity wholeheartedly.

In Ruttonji's eyes, nothing can compare to this public welfare project against tuberculosis.

"It's not very convenient here, why not..."

"What's the inconvenience?"

The person who interrupted was Anders Suriano. As a person who came from Africa, he didn't know Gao Yao, but his intuition told him that there might be something fishy going on here, so he had to stop it!

"Sir, it is very impolite to interrupt others casually."

Gao Yao said with a straight face: "Charity is sacred and great, and it needs to be done wholeheartedly."

Ruttonji was also a little unhappy, but seeing that Anders Suriano was a guest from afar, he said softly: "Mr. Anders, why don't you have a glass of wine first and take a walk outside."

"Everyone here is a good friend. I'll be out soon."

"Ok."

Anders knew that he had indeed lost his composure, so he could only say helplessly: "I'll wait for you outside."

Gao Yao immediately took Mrs. Jian and Lu Dunzhi into the hospital, which was empty.

"Mr. Ruttonji, your intentions are very good."

Gao Yao's voice echoed in the hall, and he said loudly: "We have a saying in the East that brothers who work together can break through gold."

"Prevention of tuberculosis is now a global consensus."

Tuberculosis was a real problem during the Industrial Revolution.

"It's not enough to rely on one person. I think we should set up a special anti-tuberculosis association to promote, contact and organize various health activities to prevent tuberculosis and heart disease, as well as research and treatment of tuberculosis and heart disease."

"It is best to get the support of the Earless Cow, which will help us get help from there." The Earless Cow is the emblem of the fight against tuberculosis adopted by the International Society for the Prevention of Tuberculosis at the "International Conference against Tuberculosis" in Berlin in 1902. .

The emblem was later changed, but members still like to use the earless cow.

"Anti-tuberculosis association? Anti-tuberculosis association?"

Ruttonji murmured to himself: "Yes, yes, why didn't I think of this?"

He grabbed Gao Yao's hand excitedly: "Thank you, thank you, MR. Gao."

Mrs. Jane beside her smiled knowingly. No wonder her husband said that if Mr. Gao encountered Ruttonji, the brewery would most likely be taken over by Mr. Gao.

With this method that suits him, Mr. Anders outside may have to wait in vain.

“I can’t wait to share it with all my good friends.”

Ruttonji was very excited. He finally found his target.

Gao Yao thought, if I let you go out like this, wouldn't it show that I'm mean?
He smiled and said: "Mr. Ruttonji, actually I think that an association alone is not enough."

Gao Yao pointed to the empty naval hospital in front of him: "I plan to apply to the Hong Kong government to convert this naval hospital into Hong Kong's first Ruttonjee Sanatorium that specializes in treating tuberculosis to serve ordinary Hong Kong citizens free of charge."

"To this end, I am willing to donate 20 yuan to help the nursing home."

Who is not famous?

If possible, Gao Yao would like to call this sanatorium Gao Yao sanatorium.

However, Brother Yao still knows the difference between priority and importance. If he steps forward, the Chinese will be yelled at most.

How is it like this Lu Dunzhi?You can directly call the Westerners, Parsi and Chinese people, and then you can raise more funds and donations.

Ruttonjee Sanatorium?

Ruttonji's eyes widened involuntarily. He was shocked by Gao Yao's genius idea. It really hit his heart.

"Yep…"

Ruttonji looked at the hospital carefully. It was indeed a ready-made place.

As for recuperation professionals…

He soon had the idea to ask the Irish Missionary Sisters of St. Colombon to send professional medical staff to Hong Kong to take charge of the daily operations of the sanatorium.

"MR. Gao, I thank you, I thank you."

Ruttonji shook Gao Yao's hand excitedly: "If there is anything I can do, please feel free to ask."

Gao Yao smiled and looked at Mrs. Jian next to him, and then said: "This is what I should do. As long as we oriental gentlemen have some ability, we are willing to build bridges and pave roads."

Mrs. Jane knew that it was time for her to appear. She didn't expect that she would still have a day to cooperate, so she said, "Mr. Ruttonji, if you do this, I'm afraid it will waste a lot of your energy later."

"What about your family's other businesses?"

"My son will be in charge of the import and export of foreign wine. As for the brewery..."

Ruttonji was startled, and he suddenly asked: "MR. Gao, are you interested in buying my brewery?"

Ruttonji was a veteran. The reason why he had time to do charity was because the family business was basically stable.

Just wine trade and real estate are enough.

He actually knew Gao Yao, he was a businessman, and he also engaged in public housing...

I remembered that I had never invited Gao Yao to participate in this charity auction, but he came...

Then there was no need to think about it. He must have received the news that he was planning to sell the brewery, and he immediately said: "If you are interested, the price will be 500 million."

"make a deal!"

Gao Yao agreed without thinking.

The only local brewery in this town costs only 500 million, which is indeed not expensive.

Ruttonji smiled and shook hands with Gao Yao: "I think Mr. Anders will be disappointed." "MR. Gao, you are really good."

Ruttonji knew that Gao Yao was actually using the name of public welfare to achieve his goal, but he did not resent it because these two ideas could indeed help him.

Gao Yao felt a little embarrassed: "It was a little trick."

Ruttonji laughed heartily: "The means are not important, what is important is that the result is good."

The three of them walked out, and Anders rushed forward to greet them.

"I'm so sorry, Mr. Anders."

Ruttonji refused directly: "My brewery has been sold to MR. Gao."

"Oh, my God."

Anders' face turned ugly instantly. He knew there was something wrong here, and he quickly said: "Mr. Ruttonji..."

"Feel sorry."

Ruttonji shook his head and refused: "Mr. Anders, you can continue drinking, we are going to sign the agreement."

It's such a joy to do things.

Mrs. Jane secretly gave Gao a thumbs up: "Dear MR. Gao, you are really a sharp knife. If you like something, you can cut it with a quick knife."

It's a pity that this foreign woman doesn't have a daughter, otherwise Gao Yao wouldn't mind calling her mother-in-law, so he whispered: "The brewery still lacks a director."

Mrs. Jane shook her head repeatedly and lowered her voice: "I can't serve as a director of too many companies."

She blinked slyly: "But I can be the director of the Flood Prevention Association."

Foreign woman is still a good name.

Gao Yao shrugged: "I promise, there must be a place for you in this."

It was said that they were signing a contract, but in fact, there was nothing going on between Ruttonji and Gao Yao. The two of them just reached an agreement in private first, and the specific contract was settled by the lawyers of both parties.

In the end they just signed.

Ruttonji saw that Gao had come up with the idea, so he humbly asked for advice: "MR. Gao, how do you think the initial members of the association should be arranged?"

Gao Yao said decisively: "It must be rich and famous. Of course, we also need to invite ladies like Mrs. Jane to join to improve our external image."

Famous people may not be rich, such as Mrs. Jane.

Those who are rich may not be famous.

Gao Yao said this, the choice is very simple, either a big class or a comprador.

Ruttonji was thoughtful.

Gao Yao added: "But I know that Dr. Zhou Xinian is very enthusiastic about public welfare, and he is also a doctor."

"Correct."

Ruttonji thought that Gao Yao's idea was very correct, and he quickly came up with an idea, and then solemnly issued an invitation: "MR. Gao, Mrs. Jane, I hope you can join the sacred Flood Control Association."

At the same time, Zhou Xinian, Yan Chengkun and other rich and famous people were also invited to join.

Zhou Xinian and Yan Chengkun have different eyes. This young boy is really amazing. Is this the first time he has come into contact with Ruttonji?

How come you are so good at doing what you want?

Why didn't I think of advocating that Ruttonji set up an anti-tuberculosis association?Depend on!

"Mr. Gao."

Zhou Xinian said affectionately to Gao Yao: "I remembered, my daughter should be free that day."

"I wonder which wise man it is?"

Gao Yao smiled and said, "My little brother, you will know after Dr. Zhou has seen it."

Zhou Xinian thought to himself, is that the person around Gao Yao?
Thinking about this makes me feel a little awkward. After all, she is my daughter, how can she get married?
But he thought that this Gao Yao was so tormented. As the saying goes, if one person can achieve enlightenment, chickens and dogs can ascend to heaven. Maybe the people around him may also have the opportunity.

He immediately said with a smile: "It's easy to say, easy to say. Anyway, it is up to the young people to decide their own affairs. Let's decide this first."

Fortunately, with Zhou Xinian, Gao Yao was finally on an equal footing with him.

……

Gao Yao was full of energy in doing charity. Not only did he get the brewery as he wished, but he also gained a lot of friendship. At least Ruttonji was very close to Gao Yao.

As for Sandus, well, what else could he do but write checks and marvel?
And Gao Yao finally had time to go back to the middle of the mountain. Good guy, it hasn't even been a day, but there seem to be a lot more people?

Thanks to Lin Jing's cleverness, he had been waiting at the concierge early. When he saw Gao Yao, he quickly reported: "Master, it's Master Bai who is here, and he also brought a Westerner with him."

"Oh?"

Gao Yao remembered it, so he sent John here?
"Call Gao Jin and tell him to send someone to the HB Brewery in Sham Tseng, New Territories. All Chinese working there must join the Zhongxinyi."

Gao Yao thought that the idea of ​​using the field to support troops was a good one, so he strongly supported it: "In the future, Zhongxinyi will be responsible for the transportation and security there."

“But it’s listed as concierge.”

Lin Jing asked: "Sir, my wife ordered a large three-yuan banquet. Do you think you need to add more?"

"The telegraph typist has arrived. Would you like to see him now or later?"

"No, you are the housekeeper."

Gao Yao said: "You arrange these."

As he said that, he walked into the hall. Hey, Bai Fanyu was leaning on the sofa eating pears, while John was standing beside him obediently.

"father in law."

"Okay."

Baifanyu turned around and yelled: "In such a big house, why don't you have a big banquet?"

In fact, Bai Yuechang had already dealt with this old widower. He was just taking the opportunity to show off his power in front of his uncle.

Gao Yao directly diverted the trouble: "Yes, wife, why don't you have a big banquet?"

Bai Yuechang angrily slapped down the white rice fish: "It's troublesome."

"Forget it, you guys can talk among yourselves and we'll talk about it later when the food is delivered."

She just walked away.

Gao Yao shrugged: "Father-in-law, you have seen that Yue Chang is in charge of the family."

"You can pull it down."

Baifanyu was a little angry. This bastard was such a bad guy. He never gained any prestige from him.

"Hey, didn't you say you wanted to take him away last time? He was left with me."

"He was talking about cables and so on. Anyway, I don't understand. You can talk among yourself."

John has no purpose now. He is eager to express himself so that he can live a happier life.

Especially after seeing Gao Yao's house in the middle of the mountain, John vowed that he must hug this thigh so that he could be rich and powerful.

"Mr. Gao."

Seeing this, John quickly said: "I heard that you want to build a power plant? In fact, I know a company that specializes in producing these electrical appliances and cables. They are absolutely high quality and low price."

Gao Yao didn't care about this. He just said: "You can talk to the engineer when the time comes."

"sit!"

(End of this chapter)