The Birth of the Hong Kong Island Family.

Chapter 305 [Doing Business with Son]

In mid-July, thunderstorms finally fell in Hong Kong. Although the amount of rain was not much, it at least alleviated the drought.

Hong Kong's draft still depends on the mainland, and ships travel to and from Hong Kong to Guangdong and the Pearl River Estuary every day.Almost all the fresh water resources in the Pearl River Estuary are used for industrial water. After all, if Hong Kong has no industry, it will become a waste port; the 2 tons of fresh water supplied by Guangdong Province every day is the domestic water for Hong Kong people.

Lin Zhichao came to the Yangtze River Industrial Park. He inspected the production of plastic flowers, accompanied by Wang Liang and Tao Derong.

Tao Derong said unabashedly: "The demand for plastic flowers in Europe and the United States continues to fall, and the drop is worse than expected. This year we will reduce production capacity again. It is estimated that there will be only 4000 workers left by the end of the year. If the production capacity is insufficient, some workers will be produced by OEM. The machines were taken to Changjiang Toy Factory to produce some parts and products for them.”

Toys are the most value-added enterprises. Although the profits of Barbie dolls are stable, the output is increasing steadily; what's more, the Rubik's Cube is also starting to sell well.Therefore, the number of workers in the Changjiang Toy Factory has risen to more than 6000.

And the plastic flower fell rapidly at this time, which was expected by Lin Zhichao.

Plastic flowers in this life were two to three years earlier than in the previous life and became popular all over the world. Once the aesthetic fatigue, the popularity will naturally decrease.Therefore, the situation of plastic flowers in 1963 in this life is actually the situation in 1965 in the previous life. At that time, Li Jiacheng was already thinking about his retreat.

Of course, the decline of plastic flowers is a process, and the Yangtze River Plastic Factory may not be 'bankrupt' until around 1966.

"Through the model of reducing production year by year, we finally gave up the production of plastic flowers in 1966 and handed over the orders to peers or agency models. Our losses will be minimized." Lin Zhichao said to the group's deputy general manager and subsidiary general manager.

The escape of Changjiang Plastic Factory is inseparable from the scheduling and overall planning of the group.

"Okay, we understand!"

Afterwards, Lin Zhichao said, "By the way, Manager Wang! Is the export of our Rubik's Cube increasing rapidly recently?"

Wang Liang immediately said: "Yes, in January and February of this year, the agency company - Audrey Toys, participated in the International Toy Fair in New York, Paris, and London respectively, which immediately attracted the attention of distributors all over the world. Since May, we have greatly increased the output of exporting Rubik's Cubes, and now we can export about 3 cubes per month."

The Rubik's Cube is very profitable because it contains patented technology. Lin Zhichao gave the Rubik's Cube to Audrey Toys as an agent because he also liked their channels and influence.

Although it is necessary to share a piece of the pie, if a Hong Kong company is allowed to promote it, it will consume a lot of energy, but the effect may not be good.What's more, Audrey and Lin Zhichao hold 60% of the shares of this company, which means that this company belongs to the Lin family.

As long as he and Audrey wanted to, they could immediately drive away the management team headed by Rich, and both sides understood this.

Lin Zhichao even intended to train Lin Ruidong to work at Audrey Company after graduation, and then quickly gain power.After all, Audrey Toy Company also belongs to the cultural industry. If he can rise to the top with his talents, he can flex his muscles in the United States in the future.

"How is the research and development progress of the fourth-order Rubik's Cube?"

"I heard from Dr. Ebike that great progress has been made, and it is expected to apply for a patent within a year."

Lin Zhichao nodded. In order to obtain patents for the fourth and fifth-order Rubik's Cubes, Changjiang Toys Factory set up a research and development center in London, moved the Rubik's Cube R&D laboratory there, and invited professors from the Department of Architecture in London to jointly develop the fourth-order Rubik's Cube. Rubik's Cube.

For a Rubik's Cube, Changjiang Toy Factory can earn more than US$3. If the sales volume in the last three years can exceed 200 million, it will be a wealth of US$800 million, which is a total of 4000 million Hong Kong dollars.

A product becomes a profitable business.The reason why the profit is high is that Audrey Toys Company is only an agent, and its profit is not even as high as that of Changjiang Toys Factory.And a Rubik's Cube is expensive in itself!

Maybe Rubik's Cube can make up for the loss of plastic flowers and wigs, and continue to make Changjiang Industry a large industrial group with an annual profit of more than 1 million.

After returning home from get off work in the evening, Deep Water Bay is crowded with three wives, concubines and nine children, making it very lively.Every summer vacation, Audrey Hepburn always brings Lin Ruidong and Lin Ruinan to Hong Kong for vacation for a month, and this year is no exception; Lin Zhichao’s eldest son Lin Ruihuan also returned to Hong Kong from New York. Back to Hong Kong for the summer vacation.

Back home, Lin Zhichao felt very relieved when he saw that Lin Ruidong was very active in front of his brothers and sisters, without any sense of strangeness. The sense of belonging of the two mixed-race sons must be paid attention to.

When I walked in again, I found that Lin Ruidong was fiddling with the Rubik's Cube, showing it proudly in front of everyone, and recovered within a short time.

"Awesome, Ruidong, your speed is the most powerful Rubik's Cube player I have ever seen!" Lin Ruihuan praised in surprise.

He also played Rubik's Cube, and he played well, but he was by no means as good as the old five.

Lin Ruidong said proudly: "There are many rules for playing the Rubik's Cube. I have summed up many formulas and rules, so I can come out so fast! Brothers are just playing casually, so naturally they are not as fast as me." The previous words carried Proud and proud, followed by humility and friendliness.

This kid is really good!

Lin Zhichao joined the topic at this time and said, "Ruidong, tell us, how many laws and formulas have you summed up?"

Lin Ruidong joined his father into the camp, and suddenly became more energetic. He first found a pen and paper, and explained it to everyone in a decent manner!

Similar to the 'LBL Solution (Structured Language Teaching Method)', although there are many flaws, it is absolutely remarkable; don't forget that Lin Ruidong is only nine years old, so it is already very good to have such creativity and thinking!

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Lin Zhichao took the lead in applauding at the end. In fact, there were several women who joined the team. They were all curious about what Lin Zhichao and the children were doing!
Lin Ruidong was immediately inspired and said excitedly: "Actually, there are many solutions to this Rubik's Cube. I am also researching it. Maybe I will have more ideas in the future."

Audrey Hepburn couldn't help but said: "Only when your studies are not delayed can you spend more energy on research, otherwise you are not allowed to waste time!"

Who said that Europeans and Americans do not pay attention to their studies?

That is simply a big mistake. Europeans and Americans also have elite education, but at the same time they also pay attention to the development of thinking and hobbies.

Lin Zhichao smiled and said, "Ruidong, I want to do a business with you!"

The women are at a loss!
Children are very curious!
Lin Ruidong said very excitedly: "Old Dou, what business do you want to do with me?"

Lin Zhichao said with a smile: "I need you to write a book "You Can Solve the Rubik's Cube" and publish it in Europe and the United States! I will ask your mother to support you with money, and even provide you with some support; if this book sells well Finally, the said profit is at your disposal, of course, you have to let your mother watch over it, you can choose to invest or buy items, as long as it is not excessive, it is your right to control."

Lin Ruidong became excited again and said, "This is simply wonderful! Dad, do you think I will publish a book?"

Lin Zhichao said with a smile: "Why don't you think about it! Originally, the Rubik's Cube means that children play more, and you are an expert at playing Rubik's Cube. I think there is a great chance of success. Maybe the sales volume will exceed 100 million. By then, you will be the world's most famous player." The smallest millionaire ever."

Lin Ruidong felt that today was so wonderful that he encountered such a good thing!

After a long time, he realized that something was wrong, and said, "Old Dou said to do business with me, but it seems that you didn't get any benefits! I know that there must be traps in unfair business!"

Lin Zhichao laughed, and then ordered Lin Ruihuan: "Boss, tell me what I got!"

Lin Ruihuan thought for a while and said, "If this book becomes popular and sells 100 million copies, then the sales volume of the Rubik's Cube will naturally increase a lot, and I will naturally earn Rubik's Cube's money."

It was only then that Lin Ruidong realized that he was only nine years old after all, how could he know how cunning adults are.

Of course, he still said excitedly: "This is fair! Win-win cooperation!"

Audrey said with some concern: "I can invest in your book writing, but you must ensure that your homework will not be missed, otherwise I might as well invest in other children's writing books."

Lin Ruidong immediately said: "Mommy, I'm very good at my homework and I won't fall behind!"

After getting the guarantee, Audrey Hepburn officially let go.Her current wealth is increasing day by day, and she knows that Lin Zhichao is good at business, how can she not think about the future.

If the eldest son graduated from a prestigious school, he could introduce him to the Audrey Toys Company, train him to be the president, and take control of the company smoothly.

The family is enjoying themselves, there seems to be no conflict, and even the children get along well.

Lin Zhichao admired his charm a little bit, and the three women tidied up submissively.

Of course, she also has huge wealth and many companies, otherwise the three women will more or less intrigue.It is different now, Tang Caiyun and Xu Caiying have been good sisters since they were young, and Lin Zhichao intends to control the sea and the air and the mainland, so there is no conflict between the two women; and Audrey Hepburn joined the family, which made it impossible for her to come to Hong Kong. The idea of ​​competing for family property also has his own business overseas.

Without conflicts of interest regarding assets, everything can be done naturally; and Lin Zhichao's super physique made the three women put aside everything, and finally merged into one and became good sisters.

More than half a month later, Lin Zhichao was notified that he would be awarded the title of "Jazz" by the Queen and invited him to attend the awarding ceremony in London.

He didn't expect that some time ago he was still complaining that the British royal family was a bit stingy. With his current contribution to Hong Kong and his influence in the world, he is fully capable of conferring a 'jazz title', but the London royal family has been slow to grant it, which seems very embarrassing. mean.

Unexpectedly, it became true so soon, and Lin Zhichao could finally be called 'Sir Lin'.

Of course, Lin Zhichao does not allow his subordinates to call him this way, he prefers the titles of 'boss' and 'BOSS'.It doesn't matter if it's other businessmen and friends, and it's appropriate to call him 'Sir Lin'.

After arriving in London, Lin Zhichao and Audrey Hepburn returned to their manor, rested for two days, and then participated in the award ceremony.

"Congratulations to Sir Lin, for being awarded the honor by the Queen personally!" During dinner, the butler Ramsey said respectfully.

Lin Zhichao said curiously: "Butler Ramsey, how do you know this news?"

Ramsey said with a smile: "The news has spread in London, and I have some news channels in this regard."

Lin Zhichao nodded and said, "Thank you!"

The identity of a butler is different from that of ordinary servants, and they need to gain mutual trust and favor, otherwise it will be difficult to work together.After Ramsey became the butler of Lin Zhichao and Audrey, every time Lin Zhichao came to London, he would arrange some work.

Ramsey smiled and said: "You're welcome! By the way, Sir Lin, there is a Sotheby's auction in London. I heard that there is a collection of Chinese antiques. I wonder if you are interested and have the time?"

Lin Zhichao couldn't help sighing that Ramsey is very good at gaining people's favor. He also went to the antique street in London and explored Chinese antiques and collections. From this point, Ramsey could see some of Lin Zhichao's thoughts.

"Which day is the specific time, let me see if there is time?"

"August 8th, the second day after you participated in the award ceremony!"

Lin Zhichao immediately said: "Then sign up for me! I'll take Audrey to have a look, and I hope to gain something!"

Over the years, he has gradually accumulated a lot of collection knowledge, and gradually collected some porcelain, calligraphy and paintings, etc.At the same time, he pays more attention to the proceeds from the auction. First, the authenticity is guaranteed, and second, the higher the auction price, the greater the prospect of collection.

Audrey Hepburn said at this time: "Butler Ramsey, if there is such an auction in the future, I can entrust you to participate in it to take pictures of Huaxia's antiques and collections?"

She wanted to please her man, so she planned to use her own money to satisfy Lin Zhichao's desire for collection.

Ramsay said respectfully: "Thank you Madam for your trust. I can report to you by phone at that time. If you have time, you can attend in person. If you don't have time, I can help you."

Audrey Hepburn suddenly said happily: "That's great! I know you are also a person who knows collections. You can also serve as our collection consultant in the future!"

Ramsey said: "It's my honor!"

Lin Zhichao didn't object. He actually didn't want to spend too much energy on collecting. If he was interested, he would collect some and put them away.After all, there are too many ways for him to make money, and there is no reason to spend time on collecting.

Now Audrey Hepburn pleases him and uses her own funds to give him a collection. This is not only a manifestation of her love for Lin Zhichao, but also a manifestation of her strong financial resources.

Her yearly dividends are several million dollars, so she is not short of money.And her total net worth is as high as 1 million U.S. dollars, which she thinks is very powerful.

Later, Lin Zhichao and Audrey Hepburn officially enjoyed food and wine.

Audrey also knows that Lin Zhichao likes to collect red wine and enjoy delicious food, so this manor has a lot of red wine collections, such as Romanee-Conti, Lafite, etc., which are accumulated in the wine cellar.What may cost tens of thousands or hundreds of thousands in later generations is only worth tens or hundreds of pounds in this era.

Of course, collecting these wines has nothing to do with money, and Lin Zhichao will definitely take them out to enjoy and give them away in the future.

Audrey Hepburn looked very beautiful tonight. She was dressed almost like the princess dress in "Roman Holiday".

"Who is the designer of this costume?" Lin Zhichao was a little jealous.

This dress looks like it was specially designed, not mass-produced.

Audrey Hepburn said instinctively: "Givenchy" immediately saw Lin Zhichao's appearance, and added with a smile: "I paid him to design, and I will regularly ask him to design clothes, and the most important thing is to wear them for you to see." .You know, I'm a sociable person, I don't socialize very much, and I like family life."

She was worried that Lin Zhichao would be jealous and gave a series of explanations regardless of the free personality of Westerners.

Lin Zhichao then deliberately and generously said: "I just think it looks good! Givenchy is a great fashion designer, and you can be regarded as mutual achievements. A large part of his fame back then came from you wearing his clothes, and his designs The outfit really suits you very well."

Audrey Hepburn no longer had to worry, and was very happy.She is very good at taking care of Lin Zhichao's mood, as a woman of an oriental man requires herself to keep a certain distance from other men, and will not let herself get drunk or be alone with other men. Playing with the children, so now in the mainstream western media, she doesn't have much gossip and gossip. Instead, she has become 'Barbie's mother', 'Hollywood's best actress with successful transformation', 'the most successful businesswoman One of the titles', 'Queen of Toys' and so on.

"Husband, why don't we have a dance!" Audrey Hepburn wanted to show her charm all the time and make this man fall in love with her.

"Of course, you are so well dressed today, I am honored to dance with you!" Lin Zhichao said gentlemanly.

Immediately, the housekeeper was arranged to play music, and Lin Zhichao came to Audrey Hepburn, a gentleman stretched out his hand.

His dancing posture is very good, and he has learned it for many years. After all, if you want to be in love like a happy scene, there is no reason not to learn more skills.

Afterwards, Lin Zhichao danced in the castle with his arms around Audrey Hepburn.The butler and the servants are the audience of the two of them, showing expressions of appreciation from time to time.

Although Audrey Hepburn was a goddess, these servants also understood Lin Zhichao's noble status, not to mention the fact that he was about to become a 'Jazz' in the Commonwealth, but more importantly, Lin Zhichao's wealth and business influence.

Audrey Hepburn was not wronged at all for being his lover, this was what everyone thought.Of course, the reason why they have this idea is probably also related to Lin Zhichao's personality charm.

After a while, Audrey Hepburn was already sweating a little, and she said affectionately: "Husband, if you really want to let go of your charm, no matter if it's an Eastern woman or a Western woman, they will all fall for you!"

Lin Zhichao's eyes can discharge electricity and can always attract women, even he himself knows this.

In his previous life, the king of Australia said about himself: "There is no woman I can't catch up with!"

If Lin Zhichao were to evaluate himself: "Women don't need to chase!"

Lin Zhichao said with a smile: "It's a pity that I won't let go of my charm! Because I'm worried that those women won't get rid of me, and I will be in trouble!"

Audrey Hepburn laughed, and said after a long time: "You also know that this is a troublesome matter!"

She didn't doubt Lin Zhichao's words, it was absolutely true.But she knew that Lin Zhichao didn't like trouble, and she was very satisfied with the current three wives and nine children, and she didn't want to cause those troubles for the time being.From Lin Zhichao's attitude in nurturing his children, it can be understood that this man is nurturing the "Lin family" with all his heart.

Soon, Lin Zhichao walked upstairs to the bedroom with Audrey Hepburn in his arms. He was destined not to waste the clothes that Givenchy designed for his woman tonight.

(End of this chapter)