The Birth of the Hong Kong Island Family.

Chapter 111 [To Be a Ship King]

On weekends, the Lin family and the Tang family had dinner at a high-end restaurant in Central.

Regarding the recent "Wang Tongyuan incident", Tang Zhongyuan felt that his son-in-law is a real business fighter. He not only defeated the competitor, but also directly caused the competitor to lose his wife and lose his army.

During the dinner, Tang Zhongyuan said with a smile: "This Wang Tongyuan is also the same. He bought a batch of second-hand machines and invited his fellow villagers and old friends to visit with great fanfare. Unexpectedly, he was exposed by Brother Bingyuan on the spot. The guests immediately understood the reason of the matter, and the comedy became Farce. Haha”

Wang Tongyuan and Tang Bingyuan were originally textile rivals with fierce competition, but they deliberately invited Tang Bingyuan; it is conceivable that Wang Tongyuan's purpose at that time was to 'declare war'.

Lin Zhichao shook his head with a smile, and said, "My subordinate does things a little too much."

It was indeed Wang Liang's idea, although Lin Zhichao agreed.

Tang Zhongyuan immediately said: "It's fair, not too much at all. It can be said that it defeated the Hong Kong Zipper Factory in an upright manner."

What a joke, this level of business warfare, although it can be regarded as a classic, is not insidious at all.

Several women and girls were also very interested in this topic, and they asked Lin Zhichao the reason for the incident. Tang Zhongyuan frowned, meaning that no woman "intervened in politics".

Lin Zhichao doesn't think so. Tang Caiyun, Tang Caiying, and Lin Xiner can all work in the family business in the future, which is equivalent to an extra layer of insurance, which is equivalent to looking for a "Taifu Fuchen" for his son.

So, he told the story!
"Wow, wouldn't this not only sell the machine that should have been discarded in the warehouse, but also make this businessman Wang Tongyuan lose millions. Brother-in-law, you are really killing people, and you are killing people!" Tang Caiying said excitedly with bright eyes.

"Caiying! How are you talking!" Song Qiaoling hurriedly warned her second daughter.

Lin Zhichao said with a smile: "It's okay! My men really went too far this time!" He said it as a matter of course.

Tang Caiying was immediately proud, thinking that this brother-in-law likes her, it's still pretty good, and she protects herself everywhere!But she also has troubles, this brother-in-law is lustful, occasionally takes advantage of her, holds hands, hugs waist, thick-skinned enough.

I haven't figured it out yet!

Next, Tang Zhongyuan said: "Next week I will go to the United States to inspect and buy modern sewing machines such as electric car covers. Please ask Zhichao to take care of the house for me."

Lin Zhichao said seriously: "Father-in-law, don't worry, I'm here."

This trip to the United States, Tang Zhongyuan will purchase various advanced sewing machines worth 50 Hong Kong dollars.In this way, Changjiang Garment will become the most advanced factory in Hong Kong, and its competitiveness will increase greatly in 1950~1953.

Because other garment factories do not have advanced electrical equipment for garment making, their natural disadvantages are highlighted.

At the same time, Lin Zhichao can also start to develop the brand "Crocodile Shirt" and take advantage of the trend to enter the brand clothing industry.

After dinner, the two families took four cars to go back to Lantian Yayuan.

In the car, Lin Zhichao and the Tang sisters were in the back row. Lin Xiner and Wu Wenying were holding their children in another car.

This combination of riding a car can't help but have some deep meaning.

Father and son are on different boats, this is the basic truth.

And Tang Caiying wants to take a car with her sister, obviously because she has a good impression of accepting Lin Zhichao, but the little girl doesn't fully understand, or she has concerns.

Lin Zhichao whispered a few words in Tang Caiyun's ear, which immediately aroused Tang Caiying's dissatisfaction, while Tang Caiyun was a little shy.

"What are you two talking about?"

Tang Caiyun showed a hint of embarrassment, first ignored Tang Caiying, and whispered in Lin Zhichao's ear: "Husband, can I borrow Xin'er?"

Lin Zhichao immediately said: "Honey, I feel guilty, that's my real sister."

Tang Caiyun nodded quickly!She forgot about this crop.

Tang Caiying was suddenly a little unhappy, this brother-in-law even said that he liked her, and dared to whisper to her sister, hmph, I won't let him touch her next time.

At this time, Tang Caiyun quietly leaned into her sister's ear, and then said: "Caiying, can I borrow your summer school uniform for a night, I am so envious of you guys. Your sister stopped studying when she came to Hong Kong!"

Tang Caiying didn't react for a while, and said, "No problem! But sister, what were you whispering just now?"

Tang Caiyun was taken aback, her younger sister was so smart, but she was still a little tender after all.

"It's a matter of husband and wife. Why do you ask this, a little girl! By the way, don't let your parents know about borrowing school uniforms, so as not to embarrass them."

"Um"

Tang Caiying blushed immediately, and finally understood why she avoided her. It turned out that it was a matter of "ahhhhhmm" between her brother-in-law and sister.

Tch, I'm not happy to know yet!

Not long after returning home.

Tang Caiying took her school uniform skirt and knocked on her sister's bedroom, but it was her brother-in-law who ushered in.

"Brother-in-law, where is my sister?"

"Washing"

Lin Zhichao quietly covered the door, and then blocked Tang Caiying's way.

"What are you doing? I'm here to deliver clothes to my sister." Tang Caiying finally knew she was afraid.

She has a cheerful and lively personality, and she is quite courageous, but under Lin Zhichao's eyes, she will appear 'scared'.

Lin Zhichao took a step forward, put his arms around Tang Caiying's waist, and said, "Caiying, you are so beautiful today!"

Under his gaze, Tang Caiying finally lowered her 'fighting' gaze, and said coyly: "Brother-in-law, you can't rush this matter, I'm still studying!"

Lin Zhichao stopped right away, said: "Okay" and then let go.

Only then did Tang Caiying realize that she had been 'fooled', and immediately showed a savage and vicious expression.

"Don't think too much!"

Lin Zhichao spread his hands, which means that you have been exposed just now.

Tang Caiying immediately made a move, pinched Lin Zhichao, then threw the bag containing the clothes on the bed, and then ran away from the door.

"There's drama!" Lin Zhichao said to himself.

As far as the current situation is concerned:

Tang Zhongyuan and his wife have a non-interference and tacit attitude.The reason why the couple is like this is because Lin Zhichao can help the Tang family a lot in their careers; and Lin Zhichao is good enough and strong enough.

Tang Caiyun vaguely stated that she agreed, provided that Lin Zhichao wanted to improve the relationship between the parties and not force it.

As the protagonist, Tang Caiying's attitude also changed accordingly, and she gradually fell in love with her brother-in-law.

There is hope for everything!
Fortunately, Lin Zhichao is not in a hurry!
After a while, Tang Caiyun walked in and learned that the clothes had been delivered.

She immediately said, "Did the girl come in and bully her?"

Lin Zhichao said with a smile: "What am I bullying her for? At least she is my sister-in-law, and it's too late to pet her!"

Tang Caiyun immediately looked at Lin Zhichao playfully, and then said: "We have three chapters in the agreement. It is not impossible for you to marry Caiying, but you must do three things."

At this time, Lin Zhichao stopped pretending and said, "Then three o'clock?"

Tang Caiyun immediately punched Lin Zhichao, and said softly, "You still say you don't want to marry someone else?"

Lin Zhichao grabbed it, embraced her, and said, "Good wife, I know you are virtuous and generous, and I dare not play tricks on the outside. But I can't be indifferent when I look at the beautiful Caiying every day, so you Sisters, follow me from now on, I will handle your relationship well, and I won't let you feel wronged."

Marry two first, at least these two are legal.

Tang Caiyun leaned in Lin Zhichao's arms, and said quietly: "I know, Caiying is cheaper to others than to you."

Although she was unwilling, she knew that since Lin Zhichao dared to do it, he would definitely achieve it.So, she couldn't stop it.And her sister's attitude made her feel that this matter was going to happen.

Therefore, it is better to go with the flow.

Immediately, Tang Caiyun left Lin Zhichao's arms, and said solemnly: "Three chapters of the agreement: first, my parents, Caiying, and mother-in-law, the relationship between the three parties must be well established, and the family unity should not be affected; second, we must treat our sisters equally in the future, and we must not treat one more than another; Third, no other women can be brought into the home."

Lin Zhichao immediately said: "I agree!"

Although the third point was a bit harsh, she just said not to bring it into the house, obviously Tang Caiyun didn't stop talking.

After all, she understands that the laws of Hong Kong allow it.

Tang Caiyun immediately said, "Go take a shower, I'll change your school uniform, but you can't think about that little girl tonight, you can only think about me."

Lin Zhichao smiled and said, "Don't worry, I just want to see how you look in school uniform."

Then, he happily went to take a shower.

Tang Caiyun, who was left behind, blushed, she thought of a possible thing, this man is so powerful in that aspect, when the time comes, the sisters are afraid
The next morning, Tang Caiying asked about the school uniform skirt, and Tang Caiyun immediately said that it had been washed off.

Tang Caiying immediately said: "Sister, do you dislike me?" After speaking, she took Tang Caiyun's arm and acted like a baby.

Tang Caiyun was suddenly embarrassed. Last night, her man turned against her in the end!

How can I not wash it!
"No, I wore it twice and accidentally got it dirty."

new week.

News of the recruiting of seamen by the Global Maritime Academy quickly spread through the newspapers. Although it is called recruiting students, it has a monthly living allowance of 40 Hong Kong dollars; after the 3-month course is completed, you can officially become a seafarer in the global shipping , the salary is more than 100 Hong Kong dollars.

In Kowloon, in the aisle of a certain arcade, several young people fell asleep. Suddenly, they were kicked awake,

"Looking for death!" Everyone stood up one after another, looking dissatisfied at the person who kicked them.

You know, they are all some of the defeated soldiers of the G Navy. They came to Hong Kong to seek refuge because they did not want to follow Lao Jiang to Taiwan to suffer, and they were worried about being retaliated.As soon as the weapon was lost, he came to Hong Kong, slept on the aisle,

As for jobs, it is hard to find. Many people in Hong Kong are unemployed now, tens of 10 people have no jobs; they will not starve to death. The Hong Kong government and charity organizations have relief food, so they will not starve to death on the streets.

If you are really hungry, you can only find someone with a gun and do some business together.

"Sleep still, I heard people say that there is a Maritime Academy in Tsuen Wan that is recruiting students, brothers, hurry up and check it out!"

"You're out of your mind. We can't even afford to eat, and we still have money to be a student. What's more, I became a navy at the age of 16. Will I be a student?"

"I think you're out of your mind! Don't forget about it. This trainee has a living allowance of 40 Hong Kong dollars per month. After three months of training, he has a job as a seaman with more than 3 Hong Kong dollars. Others only need 100. It's up to you whether you choose or not." It's the same thing!"

Hearing this, a young man named Wang Fei immediately said: "There is another good thing, I have to check it out right away, you guys go to bed slowly!"

"Sleep, I have to go and have a look. It's too difficult to find a job with 30 Hong Kong dollars a month. Today, there is such a good thing. Let's go and have a look together. Don't forget each other if you are rich!"

When everyone came to Cheung Kong Industrial, they were immediately frightened by the sight in front of them. They saw huge crowds of people and policemen maintaining order.

Wang Fei said in shock: "There must be nearly a thousand people! It's true that 1000 people are competing for [-] job opportunities. Back then, I was dragged away by mules and horses."

"Damn, can it be the same!"

"That's right, hurry up, hurry up, hurry up."

Global Shipping has a total of six interviewers, and they will briefly understand the situation of the candidates.

"Ever been a sailor? Where?"

"I have done it. I was a soldier in the original navy. I know a lot of anchors, rudders, mooring lines, loading and unloading."

"Where are you from? Are there any relatives in Hong Kong?"

"Shanghai people, a brother is here today."

Soon, the interviewer handed a piece of paper and a piece of bread to the interviewer.

"If you pass the primary election, you will have an interview tomorrow. You will be officially a student if you pass. Remember to bring this piece of paper with your name on it, otherwise it will be invalid."

"Okay, I will definitely come on time."

All of a sudden, everyone applauded. I didn't expect this applicant to give me bread!
Lin Zhichao was also worried that there would be problems, so he gave each person a 3 cents bread to pass away.

The next day.

Lin Zhichao interviewed in person, and after four hours of work, finally selected 80 students.There are people from all provinces. This is Lin Zhichao's routine, refusing to form gangs with his own sailors.

Train these seafarers with modern and militarized management; then use corporate culture and humanistic care to influence these seamen.

To cultivate a group of high-quality seamen is the original intention of Global Maritime Academy.Although the investment will be a little bit bigger in this way, there are also many benefits. When competing with Hong Kong peers and European and American shipping companies in the future, the quality of his seafarers will not lag behind.

As for the increase in cost, Lin Zhichao is not worried at all.

He also has an advantage in shipping, that is, mastering the "periodicity" and earning a lot of money.

Standing in front of 80 students, Lin Zhichao looked them back and forth. Under his strong eyes, even if he was a sea soldier before, he has to bow his head now.

"I don't care if any of you know each other, or if there are a group of brothers outside, but as long as you work in my company, the first thing is that you are not allowed to form gangs, otherwise you will be fired."

"Everything in this society is fake, only money is real. As long as you get on my boat, you will have a salary that is 90% higher than that in Hong Kong. It will not be a problem to find a wife and support your family in the future."

"If you are willing to work hard and learn, you may be promoted in the future, return to the Global Maritime Academy, learn a higher level of knowledge, become a management team, become a captain, and live a superior life with a high salary. Got it? ?”

Both soft and hard, draw cakes to satisfy hunger.

Of course, it is not a picture. Seafarers are the highest-paid jobs in Hong Kong. In the 50s, the salary of Hong Kong seafarers could reach about 200 Hong Kong dollars, and in the early 60s, it could even reach 300 Hong Kong dollars.

Of course, in the early 60s, the salary of seamen in the United States was generally 2000 US dollars.Calculated according to the exchange rate of 1:6, it is 40 times that of Hong Kong seafarers.The wages of seafarers in Japan and Greece have also risen, much higher than those of Hong Kong seafarers.

In addition, Hong Kong has a very low tax rate and is a free trade port, so it has become a "tax haven" paradise for ship owners.

"understand!"

"Didn't you eat?"

"understand!"

As everyone's emotions were mobilized, Lin Zhichao came to another student and straightened his collar for him.

"What's your name?"

"Boss, my name is Wang Fei, from Shanghai."

"Very good, you have to study hard, or you will be that dried salted fish."

Wang Fei said excitedly: "Yes, I must study hard!"

Seeing this, the others were touched from the bottom of their hearts and became excited.

Next, Lin Zhichao introduced four teachers, including a foreigner (equipped with an interpreter), who imparted professional navigation knowledge.

A good team of seamen can save a lot of money.For example, the maintenance and repair of ships can save a lot of money.

The students he recruited are actually skilled workers, but now they need to study more systematically.

Lin Zhichao recruited sailors with great fanfare and established the Global Maritime Academy, which caused a sensation in Hong Kong.

Some people regarded it as a joke, and joked: "If this kind of playing tricks can be successful in shipping, I am willing to climb back and forth on the pier a few times."

So, the friend recorded the words and spread them widely in the circle of friends.

This incident even alarmed the Hong Kong government and the Governor of Hong Kong.

After hearing what the assistant said, Ge Hongliang said with a smile: "I remember this Lin Zhichao, a very capable businessman who has done well in real estate and industry. Now he has entered the shipping industry, which shows that he is very confident in our London, so he is very confident. He will develop in Hong Kong, and he is a Chinese worth wooing."

The assistant nodded and said: "Yes! According to the investigation, his background is very simple. He started his business from scratch and has no political background. At present, his Yangtze River Zipper Factory is still opening a branch in Xingdao, and there are seven workers in the whole factory. 800 people."

Ge Hongliang nodded and said: "He has a good relationship with Sir He Dong. If the shipping business also starts, I don't mind awarding him the honor of Justice of the Peace."

The assistant was taken aback immediately, such a young justice of the peace is really extremely rare.

Xu Aizhou was eating with friends, during which time, some people naturally talked about things closely related to 'Xu Ship King'.

"Xu Sheng, this Lin Zhichao recruited fifty sailors in one go. It seems that he is preparing for a big fight, and he is going to challenge you as the ship king?"

Xu Aizhou then said with a smile: "What kind of ship king am I! There are many ship kings in the Shanghai School who came to Hong Kong this time, such as Dong Chuanwang and his father-in-law Gu Chuanwang. Then you can consider going ashore!"

"Haha, Xu Sheng is too modest. When you became famous, they were not yet famous. Now, you are still sitting on the throne of the ship king. I think this Lin Zhichao will buy at most two thousand-ton boats."

Xu Aizhou smiled and said nothing, but she didn't speak ill of others.

When friends see this, they don't talk about it wisely.

Global shipping is a big fanfare. Before there is a ship, it is the first to grab people's attention. Naturally, it is full of topics.

On the whole, everyone does not think that Lin Zhichao can make a difference, at most he is a small ship owner, and he will no longer have the glory in real estate and manufacturing.

After all, if everything is successful, then Lin Zhichao may not be a monster.

And he wants to be the ship king, obviously he is still young!

(End of this chapter)