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

Chapter 319 319 The big fish eats the small fish, the power tycoon!
Sundarshi has been very happy recently.

Before Christmas, HSBC General Manager Morse summoned him to Shanghai for a talk and agreed with his plan to liberalize loans to Chinese people.

He also said: "Whatever is good for Hong Kong Island is good for HSBC."

This sentence alone gave Sandashi the spirit of a dragon and a horse.

You know, Moss is a very human being!

During World War II, it was Morse who took the lead in gradually transferring the assets of the head office from Hong Kong Island to London to prevent the assets from being plundered by the Japanese once Hong Kong Island fell into Japanese hands.

This policy successfully preserved HSBC's most important asset, allowing it to dare to recognize the unvisited Hong Kong dollars issued by the Japanese occupation period after the war.

For Sandash, Moss is his idol and the goal of his struggle.

Now that you are being praised by your idol, how can you not be happy?

"The times are turbulent."

Sandus was recalling what he had seen and gained during his trip to the mainland. Even places like Shiliyangchang had been affected, and the number of cargo ships entering and exiting was decreasing.

He suddenly grasped the pen, Hong Kong Island has a lot to offer.

The secretary announced: "Manager, Chairman Kadoorie wants to see you."

Sandus immediately sat up straight: "Invite him in."

Kadoorie came to him for only one reason...

Sandus' brain was like a computer, and he immediately organized the whole story. There was a battle between heaven and man in his mind, and he quickly calculated the formula.

The Kadoorie family is no longer a quality customer and its rating has to be lowered.

"Sir, I'm here to help you."

As soon as Kadoorie walked into the loan department manager's office, he couldn't wait to say: "For the sake of past kindness, please take advantage of me."

Sandus looked at Kadoorie calmly. In fact, everyone had seen Kadoorie in high spirits a few days ago.

Why haven't we seen each other for a few days? It's like my energy has withdrawn.

He thought about it, oh, was it because the Hung Hom Power Plant was burned down that the market share of CLP Power was seized by the Kowloon Power Plant?
Yes, the stock market is about to reopen.

Sundarshi felt like a mirror in his mind. Under this situation, China Power's stock price would definitely plummet.

"Mr.president."

Sandus said calmly: "As long as you have high-quality collateral, of course I will give you a loan."

Although this sentence seems to be business-to-business, it is very formal and very rational.

Unfortunately, it was impossible for most Chinese at that time to receive such rational treatment.

Sandus then said: "I wonder if it would be convenient for Mr. Chairman to tell you how much it will cost? What are you going to do?"

He rarely asked this.

But now Kadoorie looks like a gambler. In order to consider money, Sandus has to talk more.

"The specific number cannot be confirmed yet, but it will definitely not be less than 100 million."

Kadoorie has always had a hidden worry in his mind. He believes that Gaoyao is definitely secretly absorbing China Power's shares.

From the perspective of stock operations, Kadoorie believes that Gao Yao will take the same path, and enter the board of directors after having enough shares.

Then, on the grounds that the Hung Hom Power Plant was burned down, it requested an increase in capital and shareholding to dilute the shares of the original shareholders.

Perhaps, Gaoyao is also very likely to request the acquisition of the Kowloon Power Plant.

Kadoorie has thought about it countless times, and he thinks this possibility is the greatest.

If it were him, he would do the same thing, so he came to HSBC for a loan.

Kadoorie didn't want to not have enough food and grass in his hands when the war started, which would be a big trouble by then.

100?
Sundarshi's mind changed and he decided to absorb shares of China Electric Power?
He pondered and said: "Mr. Kadoorie, if it is 100 million, I'm afraid the assets you have now are not enough to mortgage."

Sandus said regretfully: "After all, some of them have already mortgaged certain parts before this."

"of course."

Since Kadoorie came here, he would not be unprepared. He said: "I guarantee that the collateral will be sufficient."

"Good."

There is nothing more to say about Sundarshi. For the same target, foreigners must be given priority.

"in addition."

Kadoorie said calmly: "I have a request, I hope you can help me."

"please say."

Sandus was soon stunned. He looked at Kadoorie in surprise. There was something wrong with this operation.

Sundashi, who thought he heard wrongly, asked, "Do you want me to help you contact MR. Gao?"

"Yes."

Kadoorie said calmly: "For the sake of confidentiality, I hope you can make an appointment with Mr. Gao to your office."

Sang Da Shi's mind was spinning. Is Kadoorie trying to make peace with Gao Yao?Or surrender?
"I'll make this call for you."

Sandus said: "It looks like we need to make 3 cups of coffee."

He had a gut feeling that Gao Yao would definitely come.

Of course Gao Yao is coming.

What is the purpose of such a big move in Kowloon?Money.

There are many businesses in Kowloon, but there is one business that is absolutely indispensable, and that is electricity...

You must know that in later generations, the market value of China Power Company has been ranked among the top three in Hong Kong stocks for many years...

One can imagine how big the power of electricity that has grown up with Kowloon is.

Now that he heard that Kadoorie wanted to meet him secretly, Gao Yao judged that he either wanted to cooperate with him or surrender.

If surrender is unlikely, does that mean cooperation?
Gao Yao pinched his chin and entered the manager's office of Sandus. The big fish eats the small fish?
"Happy New Year."

As soon as Gao Yao entered the office, he hugged Sandus and Kadoorie. They were both old acquaintances.

"Happy New Year."

The three people said hello one after another, and then Sandus said: "MR. Gao, coffee, soda, tea?"

"coffee."

Gao Yao said: "I would like a strong cup of classic coffee."

Sandus smiled and said: "It's just right. I learned the trick at Shili Foreign Market, but it just takes some time."

"You two gentlemen, please do as you please."

It takes several minutes to make three cups of coffee, which is enough time to exchange benefits with Kadoorie.

Seeing that Kadoorie was hesitant to speak, as if his heart was blocked by something, Gao Yao said directly: "Mr. Kadoorie, Sandus finally created an opportunity for us to meet in private."

"Time is money, and wasting time is a sin. I hope you can take the initiative."

Gao Yao's attitude was very tough: "You know, actually I don't have to come."

As soon as these words came out, Kadoorie sighed like a defeated rooster.

Gao Yao was right, he did not have to come.

Because judging from the current situation, he will definitely win!

"MR. High."

Kadoorie said: "The only requirement that I can successfully help you take over China Power is that I hope to keep the share in the hands of our Kadoorie family."

"Whether you want to dilute your shares or reorganize!"

Gao Yao laughed loudly. In the shadow of a famous tree, the Kadoorie family deserved to make their fortune from stocks and could actually guess his next move.

But that's not surprising.

Many things are mysterious to laymen, but when you really get started, you will find that they are just that, very simple.

"Okay, okay, I'm glad you can say that."

Gao Yao said: "I am a person who always pays attention to how to gain weight when doing business. I will never kill everyone."

This is true. In the business world, Gao Yao has always valued harmony. "But I want to hear your thoughts first."

What else can Kadoorie have in mind?
The pond is so big that it can't accommodate too many crocodiles, especially now that the prehistoric giant crocodile like Gao Yao is coming in.

What should I do?
Of course, by clearing out other trash fish, doesn’t that free up space?

Kadoorie has already had a full set of ideas, and his thinking is quite mature.

"When the market opens in three days, CLP Power's stock will inevitably plummet."

Kadoorie said: "As long as the Kowloon Power Plant releases a few profits, some shareholders will definitely cut off their flesh and blood in order to escape for their lives."

The good news for the Kowloon Power Plant is bad news for CLP Power!
Gao Yao said quietly: "When the stocks are almost closed, and then we announce the merger between Kowloon Power Plant and CLP Power, the stocks will definitely rise sharply!"

This is how you cut leeks...

In fact, Gao Yao has other options. He can choose privatization.

Kadoorie's heart skipped a beat. He had indeed guessed correctly. Gao Yao would indeed do this if he joined the board of directors.

He thought to himself that if Kowloon Power Plant merged with CLP Power, they would definitely need to increase their capital and shareholdings.

In other words, no matter what, the situation of stock dilution cannot be avoided.

Kadoorie forced a laugh and said, "MR. Gao Zhen's plan is exhaustive."

Gao Yao said: "But I can do this myself, why do I need you?"

Kadoorie said without hesitation: "MR. Gao, after all, I am the chairman of CLP Power. With my help, you can avoid a lot of trouble."

Trouble is always there, and Gao Yao doesn't take it seriously.

"Forget it, peace is the most important thing."

Gao Yao smiled and stretched out his hand: "That's it."

Kadoorie felt as if he had knocked over the five-flavor bottle, the taste was really hard to describe.

"Congratulations, Chairman Gao."

Kadoorie knew that since Gao Yao wanted to join CLP Power, he would definitely not get the chairmanship, so he forced himself to laugh.

The family has spent nearly two generations trying to get this China Electric Power.

As a result, the fruits were forcibly taken away within a few months.

Kadoorie only regretted that the Hong Kong government refused to support him. Otherwise, when the Kowloon Power Plant was opened, as long as the Hong Kong government did not allow it, how could so many things happen later?
"Happy together, rejoice together."

Gao Yao smiled slightly: "From now on, everyone will be in the same team."

"Smile and be happy."

Kadoorie's smile was worse than his cry.

At that time, most foreigners did not realize that Kowloon was developing at a rapid pace.

Only Kadoorie, who is solely responsible for CLP Power, knows this because the growth figures are not deceiving.

In Kowloon, the number of households with electricity consumption increased from a few thousand to over [-], and then to nearly [-]...

The numbers are changing every day, which represents Kowloon's vitality and unlimited future.

Kadoorie would like to privatize CLP Power if possible.

Sandus was walking in carrying the tray himself. Seeing Gao Yao shaking hands with Kadoorie, he thought that this time the dust had settled.

MR. Gao officially takes over China Power?
He thought a real tycoon had risen.

"coffee."

With a smile on his face, Sandus placed the tray in front of Gao Yao and Kadoorie: "Fancy coffee, a new thing."

Gao Yao looked at the fancy coffee and said with a smile: "Blessed."

Sandus laughed: "I think this new product will appear in Lane Crawford's Western restaurant soon."

"The novelty of Shili Foreign Market comes from Ameiliken."

It has always been the case that new gadgets have to go to Shanghai first and must be approved by celebrities and ladies there before they can become popular all over the world.

Although Gao Yao was smiling, he didn't show how happy he was.

What this cup of coffee represents is that America's American goods are spreading across the East through the ten-mile foreign market.

As soon as the war ended, the Kuomintang opened the door to American goods, causing American goods to flow to the East like a tide.

From the day the Japanese surrendered to the present, the amount of American goods pouring into Shanghai has exceeded billions of dollars.

This is still normal. If smuggling led by senior officials of the Communist Party of China is also included, the amount of American goods dumped is even more astonishing.

At that time, the Kuomintang adopted measures such as abandoning protective tariffs, low import tax rates, and inland river trade, which directly led to Shanghai being almost dominated by American goods because they were cheaper and more diverse.

At that time, domestic products were generally 3 to 5 times more expensive than American products!
One result of this is that a large number of companies in Shanghai, which is a benchmark in the East, went bankrupt, seven to eight out of ten!

Let’s just talk about Shanghai. There used to be more than 400 private factories. However, due to the inaction of the Communist Party, more than 590 factories closed down.

"Really good."

Gao Yao smiled and said: "It seems that Lane Crawford needs to keep pace with the times again."

Kadoorie casually found an excuse to leave.

Gao Yao was much more relaxed. He knew Sandus very well. This ghost guy was known to put interests first.

"How about Shiliyangchang?"

Sandus shrugged: "The prosperity remains the same."

"But I'm a little nervous."

The tension stems from the precarious rule of the Democratic Party.

On the battlefield, the situation of the Kuomintang was in danger.Politically, the Guangxi clique has been plotting to overthrow Chang Kaishen's rule.

There is an undercurrent surging, and even people on the beach can feel that something is wrong.

Gao Yao nodded silently. He had already decided to go to Shanghai this year to receive a big fortune.

Although newspapers also report on the situation in the mainland, it is always difficult to understand accurately through a piece of paper.

"If I have time, I want to go back to Shili Foreign Market to have a look."

Sandus's eyes lit up slightly. MR. Gao's origin was very mysterious, and many people speculated that he came from a wealthy family.

It seems like this, is it true?

"How was your conversation with Mr. Kadoorie?"

HSBC is also a shareholder of the Kowloon Power Plant, so it is naturally qualified to know.

Gao Yao smiled and said: "Kadoorie is a smart man and has saved him a lot of trouble."

Sandus got it, insider trading be damned.

"Congratulations."

Sandus gave his sincere blessing: "China Power is an absolute blue chip stock."

"It seems that it will be yours from now on."

Sandus thought that Kadoorie's appointment of Gao Yao to the board of directors of CLP Power was just drinking poison to quench his thirst, but when he thought about it carefully, he felt a little bit more impressed.

Not everyone is willing to cut off a strong man's wrist.

Gao Yao waved his hand: "We can't talk about it."

“I saw the help the electricity market would bring to Kowloon, and that’s why I was ready to step into it.”

"It doesn't matter whose it is."

Sandashi just admired Gao Yao for being so shameless and with such integrity, no wonder he could climb so fast in such a short period of time.

"I have good news for you."

Sandus said: "The general manager thinks that the loan to the ship you proposed earlier is feasible."

"We can ask Mr. Li to come over and go through the formalities."

"Of course, a letter of credit is essential."

(End of this chapter)