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

Chapter 204 Chapter 204: Trendy merchants are coming to visit, let’s gather a few people to help each other!

Hong Kong Island is a hodgepodge. Think about it, both the Qing Dynasty and the Ocean Law can coexist here, so can it still be a hodgepodge?

However, this place is extremely conservative when it comes to being conservative.

For example, at the beginning of the 20th century, in Hong Kong Island, a place where ghosts were in charge, women were not even allowed to show their faces.

At that time, Ma Yingbiao, who pioneered Shi Department Store, hired 25 female clerks to stand up for the first time in order to attract people's attention, setting this precedent. At that time, even Crawford did not dare to go beyond this.

When it opened at that time, Hong Kong people who came after hearing the news surrounded the store and alerted the authorities to send police officers to maintain order.

This shows what?
In the salty city of Hong Kong Island, HS is the primary productive force.

Gao Yao wouldn't let the people in his sales department follow such crooked ways, but it was good to do it as a gimmick.

Xiao Li couldn't help wiping his sweat. He felt that this matter was really a big deal.

"Where's Manager Liu?"

"Oh."

Xiao Li quickly said: "Brother Wen has gone to the Public Works Department."

Speaking of which, Liu Wen was really right about the high salary he had to pay. He had to run to several construction sites with his short legs.

From Sham Shui Po to Sheung Lei Uk Estate and then to Clear Water Bay and then to Causeway Bay...

Gao Yao thought that he should give Liu Wen a car: "Thank you for your hard work here."

The Sham Shui Po side is pretty much done, the Chung Sin Yi side doesn't need to worry about Gaoyuan, and Tsim Sha Tsui is just retracting buildings. As for the Clear Water Bay side, there's no need to worry about Gaoyuan.

After this calculation, the shopkeeper Gao Yao turned around and went to Causeway Bay to look at the land.

All the signboards of the East District Playground have been demolished, and fences are now being erected outside. People at the scene are people from Xinchang Construction Factory Co., Ltd.

This was introduced from Pama Tanna. The owner's name is Ye Gengnian, who moved from Shanghai.

After the war, many construction companies were established on Hong Kong Island, but not many hold C licenses (Class C is the highest level of construction license and can bid for unlimited projects).

Hsin Chong Construction Factory Co., Ltd. was established in 1923. It does not have any major projects on Hong Kong Island, but it has undertaken many major projects in the mainland.
For example, the construction of Qiantang River Bridge and Zhuzhou Arsenal had its own contribution.

"Mr. Gao."

The foreman also held a safety helmet in his hand: "The inside is still flat. If you want to go in, you'd better wear a safety helmet."

Gao Yao shook his head. He wanted results and a landmark. How it was built was not his concern.

Since the drawings hadn't been released yet, Gao Yao wasn't in a hurry. He just nodded to the foreman and left.

At the same time, 44-year-old Liao Baoshan is making a difficult decision. He is from Chaozhou and came to Hong Kong with his wife and children to make a living in 41.

At that time, I was working as a waiter in an oil factory. Who knew that Hong Kong Island would fall shortly after, and the boss would close his shop and escape from Haojiang.This actually helped Liao Baoshan, who took advantage of the shortage of supplies during the Japanese occupation and got involved in the business of firewood, rice, oil and salt.

With a little capital, he opened a shop and became his own boss. Later, he ran a cloth business and the business was quite large.

Of course, this is only a relative term. At least before opening a bank account, he was not qualified to be caught in the mouth of a white rice fish.

The secret of Liao Baoshan's wealth is to be diligent and frugal, working day and night and not sleeping for several days when she is busy.

As long as there is money to be made, he will do it to death!
After the war, Liao Baoshan finally had the opportunity to get rich. Sensing that the housing shortage was imminent, he poured money into purchasing real estate before housing prices rose.

Because he knew Jian Dongpu, he was able to borrow funds from the Bank of East Asia and make a lot of profits by speculating in real estate, which made his eyes red.

This business has always been about one person leading the other. As the saying goes, the good news does not flow to outsiders. Wouldn't it be wonderful if the business was owned by oneself, the bank was opened by oneself, and all the profits were rolled into one's own pocket?
Liao Baoshan decided to start a bank account!
Here comes the key question!To open a bank account, someone needs to make a deposit. Although Liao Chuangxing Bank is the first bank owned solely by a Chaoshan businessman, Chaozhou people have always had a fine tradition of helping each other.

Normally, Liao Baoshan does not need to worry about the first deposit. The only thing he has to consider is how to expand the impact so as to attract the general public!

If you think about it this way, this choice is very important.

At that time, there were many celebrities from Chaozhou, such as Bai Fanyu, Yan Chengkun, etc., but after much thought, Liao Baoshan always felt that it still lacked flavor.

"Husband, it would be great if Brother Kun can save money."

"Why force it?"

"How can you not force it?"

Liao Baoshan's eyes widened: "Doing business means taking food from other people's jobs. If you take a step back, the opportunity will be taken away by others."

"We won't even be able to drink the soup if we follow behind."

"But the Gao family is now a wealthy family."

"I heard that Mr. Gao didn't hold a big banquet when he migrated."

This was to save face for Liao Baoshan, because at that time Liao Baoshan was busy speculating in gold and could not care about it at all. After he knew the news, it had been several days since Gao Yao moved there...

In fact, logically speaking, this is something that Liao Baoshan's wife should be concerned about. However, the Liao family is responsible for Liao Baoshan's internal and external affairs, so she cannot be blamed for this matter.

"Let's get together with a few people."

Liao Baoshan still wants to give it a try. If she can get a high deposit, her Liao Chuangxing Bank will become an instant success, and it will be very easy to attract hot money from the society.

The banker's family is well-off, so he can spend a lot of money to speculate in gold. How can those shrimp boys compete with him?
That's right, Liao Baoshan's real first pot of gold actually came from gold speculation. It is said that he had earned millions through gold speculation in the 50s.

Sharper than my fourth uncle, and a shark with great courage!He is known as the Chaozhou giant because of his power in the limelight!
"I can't lose Mr. Gao's money even if I lose no one's money."

Liao Baoshan was furious. As the saying goes, wealth can be found in danger, but it's just a matter of paying a visit. You can't kick yourself out?
"Go, change clothes."

Liao Baoshan went to invite Jin Maitreya, who was always smiling, and then rushed to the Mid-Levels Mansion with his wife in high spirits.

It had only been a few days, but Gao Mansion was already completely different. There was an outer concierge at the intersection of Shanggao Mansion, the phone was answered, and there were railings blocking the way.

This is how high-ranking people inadvertently reveal their alienation.

Gao Yao did not follow the path of being close to the people, and with his two lovely wives at home, they naturally had to maintain a certain degree of privacy.

Liao Baoshan first registered her name and then pointed out that she was from Chaozhou.

The concierge ignored him. He first called Lin Sheng, the housekeeper, and after receiving confirmation, he moved the railing.

As the car moved forward, Liao Baoshan said: "Mr. Gao's place is really heavily guarded."

"They belong to a wealthy family."

The lady said: "Do you think we were still in the countryside? People coming in and out at will?"

While talking, we actually arrived at the gate of the Gao family. There is also a concierge here...

The gate waiting to enter is a large garden. The pool in the middle is spraying water, a flower farmer is mowing the grass, and a team of guards is patrolling back and forth.

Liao Baoshan clicked her tongue, and he was a little envious: "I heard that Mr. Gao only came to the fore this year."

"To build such a big business in a few months is really a windfall."

"Keep your voice down."

Madam knows her husband's nature best. Ever since he started speculating in real estate and gold, he has been really arbitrary and arbitrary, looking like he is the best in the world of labor and management.

"This is Mr. Gao's home."

"You are here to beg someone."

"Of course, of course."

Liao Baoshan suddenly realized that although she had made some achievements in the business field, she was completely different from Mr. Gao.The car stopped at the designated parking area directed to it. Lin Sheng was already waiting there. In fact, there was no need for him to come to greet him in person.

However, Lin Sheng considered that he got this position because of his cousin, and he had only joined the Gao family not long ago, so he should do his best, so whenever there were guests, he would try his best to come first to respond.

"Are they Mr. Liao and Mrs. Liao?"

Lin Sheng leaned forward slightly: "I happen to be at home, please come here."

Liao Baoshan was overjoyed. It was a lucky star. He never expected to see Mr. Gao face to face for the first time when he came to visit. His heart beat wildly involuntarily.

"Brother Lao Lao."

Liao Baoshan thought that the rules of the Gao family seemed to be very strict, so it would be difficult for her treasure to be given directly to Gao Yao, so she handed the golden Maitreya she was carrying to Lin Sheng.

"This is what I feel for Mr. Gao."

Jin Maitreya was completely wrapped, but Lin Sheng knew that there must be gold inside without even looking at it. Unfortunately, most of the people who came to give gifts these days were gold...

As he was about to enter the door, Lin Sheng suddenly said to Liao Baoshan: "A few ladies are here to play cards today. If Mrs. Liao is interested, we can join them."

"That's daring."

Liao Baoshan directly agreed on behalf of his wife. It was the same when he went to Jian's house. Men talked about men, and women talked about women.

No one will disturb each other.

And when we get to know each other later, we can communicate with each other more often, which is definitely a good thing.

Gao Yao usually stays in the study room. In fact, the main purpose is to hide in the space to be quiet, think about things, and then do something he likes to do.

If guests come, it will be arranged whether they are in the living room or study room according to the situation.

As for Liao Baoshan, if Gao Yao was too lazy to do anything, he invited him to the study for a meeting.

Gao Yao had some impression of Liao Baoshan, because this person made a fortune quickly. It is said that he made his fortune by misappropriating bank deposits to speculate in gold and real estate.

Around 61, his net worth had exceeded [-] million!
Yes, that’s how it stacks up!At that time, Li Chaoren and other trendy businessmen were not enough to look at in front of him.

However, 61 was both his peak and the beginning of his transition from prosperity to decline. The run that year directly caused him to suffer from cerebral thrombosis and then passed away.

But even so, the Liao family has still become a wealthy family in Hong Kong Island by virtue of the legacy it left behind...

One can imagine how intimidating this person is.

dong dong dong,
"Master, the guests are here."

"Enter."

Gao Yao sat up straight. In the next ten years, Liao Baoshan will be the most popular among Chaozhou people!
"Mr. Gao."

Liao Baoshan has thick eyebrows, small eyes and a wide nose, and she looks like a Chaozhou native.

An interesting point is that most Chaozhou women are very beautiful, but men are hard to describe.

Liao Baoshan handed over his hand: "I've always wanted to visit Mr. Gao in person, but I haven't found the opportunity. I'm sorry, I'm sorry."

"sit."

Gao Yao said quickly: "Mr. Liao never goes to the Three Treasures Hall for anything. If there is anything, he will talk straight to the point."

Since having more contact with Mrs. Jian and others, Gao Yao has discovered that there is no need to go around many things. Now it is obvious that Liao Baoshan has something to ask of him, so he directly reveals it.

Liao Baoshan responded quickly, and he thought the same thing. He came to visit rashly, and Gao Yao must have known that he had something to ask for.

He said directly: "Mr. Gao, I have opened a new bank account and it is scheduled to open at the end of this month."

It turned out to be to solicit deposits.

Gao Yao smiled slightly. It seems that the rules for opening bank accounts have been the same since ancient times.

It's either based on connections, looks, or connections. In short, it's all about making money.

"I see."

"We are just a few people."

Gao Yao said: "I will look at the arrangements when the time comes."

Liao Baoshan was still agitated at first, but after listening to Gao Yao's words, he felt at ease. He stood up and raised his hands seriously: "Thank you, thank you Mr. Gao."

"polite."

Gao Yao actually admired him. Liao Baoshan was a middle-aged entrepreneur, fighting in the shopping mall with a group of juniors, speculating in gold and real estate, and made a huge fortune.

This kind of energy and reaction can never be matched by others.

"What is Mr. Liao doing now?"

Liao Baoshan didn't hide it either. He was a businessman and knew everything: "I used to buy properties and speculate on them, but now I mainly focus on gold speculation."

"Not bad."

Speculating in gold is actually speculating in spot goods, and the dangers involved are as dangerous as those on the battlefield. One disadvantage is that you can lose all your money and commit suicide by jumping off a building.

Gao Yao thought that if this person went to the stock market in the next ten years, he would probably be a stock market sniper.

Liao Baoshan said with a smile: "It means just making a living, not as big as Mr. Gao who does big business."

"Every time I see it in the newspaper, I can't help but applaud Mr. Gao."

In fact, he is a bit humble. A middle-aged man who joins an unfamiliar market such as the gold market can lead the way, make big incomings and outgoings, and make a lot of money.

It’s already quite remarkable.

Gao Yao smiled and said, "I just do some work as a rent collector."

"Be humble, be humble."

Liao Baoshan said: "If I am lucky enough to be flooded one day, I will definitely learn from Mr. Gao and build public housing to do my little bit."

Gao Yao didn't remember that he had ever participated in public housing, but it was great to be able to talk about it. He smiled and said: "Money is really important, but if you remember to give back to the society when making money, the society will definitely give you the rewards you deserve." .”

This Liao Baoshan is good at everything. She has good vision and quick reactions. She is also as powerful as a rocket.

The only bad thing is that, perhaps because he only became successful in middle age, his desire for prosperity and wealth is different from ordinary people, and he likes to make rash advances!

Yes, Gao Yao has already remembered that Liao Baoshan's biggest problem is rash advancement!

But in later generations, if he had been a little more stable when presiding over the bank, he would not have died of a cerebral blood clot burst due to a run...

"Yes Yes."

Liao Baoshanonuo: "What Mr. Gao said is absolutely true: take from the people and use it for the people. If you have the ability, you must give back to the society."

He sat there for about 10 minutes. Knowing that his relationship with Gao Yao could only last that long, he stood up and left.

Gao Yao personally walked out of the study room, and then said: "Mr. Liao, we are all close friends, so we will naturally help each other."

"do not worry."

Liao Baoshan is overjoyed!
(End of this chapter)