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

Chapter 246 Chapter 246: The Governor is here, this is MR. Gao!
Taishan is like a hard-working little bee, constantly moving gold into Gao's house, and it's embarrassing to be so high.

"We're also doing it for his own good."

Bai Yuechang comforted: "I told him not to go. If he doesn't go, he has to go."

"But this time he deposited the money in Dafeng Bank, so it's a bit troublesome to get the money."

Bai Yuechang stamped her feet: "You know how to play tricks."

It is not easy for a high-minded person to gain wisdom after every hardship.

"The most important thing is to be safe."

Gao Yao didn't have time to stay at home for long. Once he became famous, he had to socialize everywhere. He suddenly understood why Zhou Xi Nian didn't have the energy to focus on business.

The most important thing for Gao Yao these days is to study Jardine's charity fund. This is the first priority whether it is on the public or private level.

According to Mr. Gao's memory, in later generations, the Keswick family directly bought up all the stocks in the hands of the Jardine family, and then became the largest shareholder of Jardine in one fell swoop.

Now Jardine wants to take a new path. For Gao Yao, a thoughtful person, this leaves a gap for him, and he cannot help but ignore it.

What Gao Yao wants to meet this time is Ruttonji, who is an important member of Jardine's name in preparing the charity fund!
"MR. High."

Since Ruttonji devoted his body and mind to charity, he has become energetic, has a rosy complexion, and looks quite proud.

He laughed and hugged Gao Yao: "It seems that we are in the same direction of charity."

"History has chosen us."

The two looked at each other and smiled, and Ruttonji said: "Sir Jardine has decided to establish a foundation, and the operating costs will come from the profits generated by the Jardine shares he holds."

Charitable funds either come from social donations or have a stable source of profits. Jardine's choice can be said to be a matter of course.

Because he really has no descendants.

"That means we mainly determine the operating model and the direction of donations?"

"Yes."

Ruttonji smiled heartily and said, "But there is good news. Sir Jardine is willing to donate to the Anti-Tuberculosis Society's sanatorium renovation."

"That's really good news."

Gao Yao said: "It seems that the sanatorium can be expanded."

Ruttonji said happily: "MR. Gao, you are right, I mean the same thing, but when the time comes, we will have to hold a meeting with Chairman Zhou and let us vote by a show of hands."

In fact, Zhou Xinian returned to Zhengzhou with honor, and Lu Dunzhi was still in charge of the specific matters. This ghost guy was also very cunning in his work.

Ruttonji then said: "MR. Gao, you are Chinese and your views on relevant aspects must be better than ours. Please speak freely."

There is no such thing as medical treatment for Westerners on Hong Kong Island. In a power world dominated by ghosts, Westerners who come to Hong Kong Island can work in foreign companies no matter how poor they are, and their food and clothing will definitely not be a problem.

What can happen unexpectedly may be the disease.

So relatively speaking, the main target of charity is the Chinese.

Gao Yao said without hesitation: "Education and medical care."

The biggest problem on Hong Kong Island currently is this. The illiteracy rate is too high and medical conditions cannot keep up with the needs of the expanding population.

But these two are closely related to the development of Hong Kong Island.

For example, in later generations, the Hong Kong government once wanted to develop a digital industry. Money was made, but there were no subsequent industries, so the industry became real estate, which was tantamount to failure!

"We need to popularize illiteracy so that we can promote the development of Hong Kong Island."

Needless to say, medical care is needed everywhere.

Ruttonji beamed with joy: "MR. Gao, we really have the same mind. In fact, I mean the same thing."

Strictly speaking, in the eyes of knowledgeable people, many things can be traced.

The reason why Hong Kong Island is still mainly engaged in re-export trade and does not engage in machine production is because many people who escaped from the disaster are illiterate.

Most of the work they can do involves physical strength.

Gao Yao said: "The purpose of charity is to solve difficulties and promote social development."

"Rather than treating the head when it hurts and treating the feet when the foot hurts."

Ruttonji couldn't help but applaud: "MR. Gao, this is true charity."

Charity is not just about donating money, it should be about guiding and solving problems, otherwise it will lose its original purpose.

For example, Ruttonji advocated the establishment of an anti-tuberculosis society, hoping to eliminate and stop tuberculosis, so he built sanatoriums and hospitals.

Rather than just donating money to a tuberculosis patient to solve the problem, that is not called charity, that is called perfunctory.

Gao Yao smiled slightly: "I am just trying my best. The key is for the public to keep up."

Ruttonji lamented: “But someone has to take the lead.”

"MR. Gao, let us take care of this head first."

Now that the direction has been determined, the rest is very simple. Gao Yao and Ruttonji do not need to consider the specific charter of the fund.

Jardine will invite a professional accounting firm to design it to ensure that the profits generated from the Jardine shares in his hands will support the operation of the foundation a hundred years from now.

Then a problem arises here, investment and operation.

Because no one can guarantee that Yihe will last forever.

"In this world, kings will be beheaded, and it is normal for companies to find it difficult to sustain."

Just like this war, many companies were buried in the smoke of the battlefield, and Jardine was also severely damaged.

Ruttonzhi looked at Gao Yao with bright eyes. Although he was old, he had a very bright mind. Ever since he met Gao Yao, he had been studying Gao Yao. He discovered a very interesting point.
I just want to ask: "MR. Gao, how do you think we can ensure the operation of the foundation?"

It’s an eternal problem, who can guarantee that what you do is risk-free?

Just like back then, the British government single-handedly supported the Nazis to attack themselves?

Who knows?

Gao wants to know!

Ruttonji also knew a little bit. He asked: "Would it be better to build a building and collect rent?"

He analyzed: "We are a foundation. We are not pursuing huge profits. What we want is a steady flow of water."

"Although it takes about 7 or 8 years to pay back the cost of building a building by collecting rent, it is more stable than before."

"The only thing that needs to be considered is whether people will go back."

At that time, a considerable number of knowledgeable people were pessimistic about the future of Hong Kong Island, especially Westerners. They believed that Hong Kong Island was always a colony and an enclave, and it was not worthwhile to invest large resources here.

On the other hand, in the early days of Hong Kong Island, many Chinese regarded Hong Kong Island as a temporary residence. They worked here to make money and then returned to their hometowns to settle down, so population mobility was very high.

Everyone has also developed a habit. Once local civil war breaks out among mainland warlords, many refugees will flock to Hong Kong Island. However, these refugees often return to the mainland after the civil war in these places is over.

Therefore, the Hong Kong government has never provided special relief and support to refugees, fearing that it might attract refugees in disguise.

Therefore, the Hong Kong government's attitude towards the governance of Hong Kong Island is laissez-faire. Generally speaking, unless there is pressure from above, the Hong Kong government will not care about disputes between merchants under its jurisdiction, such as Britain versus Britain, Britain versus China, or China versus China.

Upon hearing this, Gao Yao knew that Ruttonji was paying attention to the battle situation there. For the British, they definitely hoped that the Democratic Party would win.

Because the Democratic Party took the initiative to give up Hong Kong Island in 45, which proved its weakness.

On the contrary, if our army wins, because of different ideologies, Great Britain believes that the future of Hong Kong Island is uncertain.

Gao Yao didn't say much. He just said: "Even when Shanghai is the first pearl in the Far East, Hong Kong Island is still an extremely important transit port in the Asia-Pacific region."

"I think there is no need to worry about this issue."

Although Ruttonji still had some doubts, he thought that MR. Gao had already spent tens of millions here, which was optimistic about the market outlook.

"Yes."

In fact, Ruttonji himself was optimistic about Hong Kong Island. On the contrary, those who had no confidence in Hong Kong Island were Yihe and others, and their hope was still in Shanghai.

Ruttonji followed with a smile and said, "There's no rush, the Jazz is still in its prime."

"and."

He winked: "Sir's final decision will wait until the arrival of the new Governor."

Gao Yao was startled, then he couldn't help but smile: "Unexpected."

"Don't be surprised."

Ruttonji admired Gao Yao very much. He said directly: "Success requires ability and the support of power."

"MR. High."

Ruttonji said meaningfully: "The views of His Excellency the Governor have a strong influence on all aspects of Hong Kong Island."

According to legal provisions, the King of England is the supreme ruler of Hong Kong Island, and the Governor is the King's plenipotentiary representative and concurrently serves as the commander-in-chief of the three armed forces stationed in Hong Kong.

The Governor presides over the political affairs and the Legislative Council. At the same time, he has the power to appoint members of the two councils and have the power to appoint judges and justices of the peace and to conduct disciplinary actions against all government civil servants (except the Government Department, the Finance Department, the Legal Department and the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces in Hong Kong). such as fines) or even dismissal from public office.

Since there is currently no democratic election in Hong Kong Island, it means that all the members of the two councils are decided by the Governor!One can imagine how powerful his power is!

In addition, the Governor also has the power to pardon prisoners (including those on death row) and waive fines.What's more, since all Crown land belongs to the King of England, and because the Governor is the King's representative in Hong Kong, the Governor has the right to grant Crown land to others and institutions (such as Po Leung Kuk, etc.) and can also take it back.

Of course, generally speaking, the governor will not take back official land, because the people below will do it directly.

For example, the Starlight Event in later generations.Of course Gao Yao knew this, and upon hearing this he shrugged: "It seems that this horse's legs have to be slapped."

"Hahaha."

Ruttonji smiled heartily: "It's only a few days anyway."

"Now everyone is waiting for the new governor to arrive, and we are not in a hurry."

……

On July 7, the sky was clear and the sky was clear, and the Gao Mansion was busy inside and outside. Bai Yuechang, who was screaming, looked a little uncomfortable looking at herself in the mirror.

The lady's gauze hat, dress, and a pair of small high heels made her look like a foreign woman. She couldn't help complaining to Axia, who was checking her out: "How about you go with your husband."

"You are so beautiful."

Axia said softly: "Today is a big event, we can't be absent."

Yes, today is the day when the new governor comes, and everyone who has the opportunity to go to the dock to welcome him cannot fail to go.

This is not only a symbol of identity and status, but also a good opportunity to get in touch with the new governor.

No one will be absent.

"It's such a hassle."

Bai Yuechang habitually wears cheongsam and rarely wears dresses, which is indeed a bit awkward.

"Just think about it, just to get my brother."

Bai Yuechang could only look at herself in the mirror and said, "That can only be like this."

The two girls walked out of the dressing room hand in hand. Gao Yao, who was waiting in the living room, turned around. His eyes lit up. Hey, I didn't expect that Yue Chang was quite suitable for wearing western clothes.

"Two ladies, I am so lucky."

"Of course you are lucky."

Bai Yuechang took Gao Yao's left arm and chirped, "You are the only one in Hong Kong. When you ask for a wife, you ask for two."

"Is it Axia?"

Gao Yao said with a smile on his face: "Doesn't that show that your husband is capable?"

"Are you ashamed?"

Bai Yuechang then said: "Let me tell you, you people just pay too much attention to the situation. You are just an official. Why do you pay so much attention to it?"

Gao Yao smiled and said: "The post from the Governor's Palace, if you don't go, won't you be slandered by villains?"

"Now that we are big and attract attention, it is better not to act independently."

"Yeah, we're recruiting a lot of people."

Mr. Gao has not taken the initiative to invest in any new industries recently. The main thing he does every day is to drink tea and play golf with Ruttonji, Zhou Xinian and others.

Everything else is left to time.

A Xia and Bai Yuechang were as happy as men. The female relatives often came to the Gao Mansion to play cards and arrange flowers, and they often opened a salon.

Because of this, Gao Yao had to consider building a few more houses, otherwise some ladies would often come to the study for excuses.

It would be ridiculous to be generous.

This is what Bai Yuechang said about recruiting people.

Axia pursed her lips: "You can't blame Brother Yao, Tang Monk's meat is like this."

"Humph."

"Axia, everything is fine with you."

Bai Yuechang said: "It's just that everything goes too well with my husband. Those women want to swallow him into their stomachs."

A wealthy man with no father, mother or brothers is still a young man. Although he has two wives, he is still very attractive to other women.

"Hahaha."

Gao Yao smiled dryly and said: "You know that I keep myself clean and respect myself."

This is true. Mr. Gao doesn't smoke, drink, gamble or whore, but just keeps two wives and a mistress. That's really a benchmark in the celebrity world!
Bai Yuechang didn't bother with this aspect. She also knew that her husband was not to blame for many things. It was quite a mark to be able to be so clean and self-respecting.

"We're going to the Governor's Mansion for a dinner tonight."

Bai Yuechang pouted: "The etiquette of foreign devils is very troublesome."

"fool."

Gao Yao said with a smile: "Just go in and have a few glasses of wine and then run out. We're all in the middle of the mountain anyway."

"You, just pamper her."

Axia answered: "No, Yue Chang."

"Mrs. Jane said, we have to play cards with the Governor's wife tonight."

Mrs. Jian and Ge Mulian are classmates. When they meet again, they naturally want to talk freely. There are many people who want the opportunity of this tea party.

But Mrs. Jian only found Axia and Bai Yuechang.

"I know, I'm just talking."

Of course Bai Yuechang knew the importance. She then said to Gao Yao: "Husband, I heard that the new governor is a Chinese person. My father said that the most troublesome thing is the Chinese person."

That's right, the new Governor Granthhorn is not a newcomer. His mother remarried for the second time and married Monte. This guy once served as an adviser to Yuan Datou.

Therefore, Grantham's mother moved to Yanjing with her husband after her remarriage, and Grantham himself was hired by the British Colonial Office for this reason and was sent to the Colonial Secretary's Office on Hong Kong Island.

Stayed for nearly ten years!

And according to Mrs. Chien, Grantham can also speak Chinese and Cantonese. Doesn’t that mean he is fluent in Chinese?

Taking into account various reasons, Daying specially sent a Chinese Tong to be the new governor. The main purpose was to stabilize the situation.

Facts have proved that this guy did live up to Daying's expectations. In his hands, he single-handedly established the subsequent development route of Hong Kong Island.

He is also known as one of the most influential governors on Hong Kong Island.

Of course, corruption also began to flourish under his hands. This can only mean that power and money are really inseparable.

The group drove to Queen's Pier.

Queen's Pier is located in Central and is not open to the public. Its main function is to receive senior officials from the British government for inspection or the governor-general who has taken office.

Its geographical location is excellent, with Victoria Harbor opposite and a wide view.

There are ten steps from Central to Queen's Pier. Judging from the body shape, most of them are Shandong poor.

The streets had also been cleaned, and Gao Yao thought to himself that the etiquette did not distinguish between East and West, and it was exactly the same.

Cars cannot drive directly into Queen's Pier. There is a designated parking area not far away. Under the guidance, Gao Yao and others got off the car here and walked.

Bai Yuechang held Gao Yao's left arm tightly and exhaled: "Husband, you have to hold on tight. It's hard to walk in these shoes."

I don't usually wear high heels, so it was really hard to wear this all of a sudden.

Then again, Gao Yao wondered what kind of imagination led those people to invent high heels for nobles to wear?
That’s right, high heels were originally invented for the nobility, man!In fact, stockings are also... all inventions are given priority to men...

Not far away, you can see an arch and a column, covered with steel and with the British flag.

The guards here are not Shandong police officers, but Belarusian police.

There is a small phalanx gathered at the pier. There are foreigners who have returned to foreigners, and Chinese who have returned to China. Generally speaking, there are more foreigners.

The high-ranking official who came here immediately attracted a lot of attention.

"Chairman Gao, here."

Zhou Xinian took the initiative to say hello. Recently, we have had many collisions in charity and have frequent contacts.

In addition, because Lei Luo, a Chaozhou native, became the son-in-law of Zhou Xinian, chairman of the Dongguan Chamber of Commerce, the Chaozhou Gang and the Dongguan Gang are no longer at war with each other, but are now cooperating.

Now that we have made great achievements financially, the relationship between everyone is naturally very good.

"Let me introduce you."

Zhou Xinian certainly did not have the most money, but in terms of status, there were not many Chinese who could compare with him at that time.

"Chairman Jane, Bank of East Asia."

"Eu Yan Sang Pharmacy, Yu Tung Xuan."

……

This is a talented person with considerable elegance.

Gao Yao couldn't help but glance at Yu Dongxuan. If his memory was correct, he seemed to have given his concubine Huang Meizhen to Uncle Shao Liu as his wife.

He even gave a dowry of 50 yuan?

It is really rare to see a person who has been greened and can still have such a huge amount of energy.

Gao Yao took the initiative to shake hands: "It turns out it's Mr. Yu in person. Nice to meet you. Nice to meet you."

(End of this chapter)