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

Chapter 137 137: MR. Gao’s path to the medal!

Gao Yao was talking eloquently in front, and from time to time there would be applause. Jian Lifu, who was sitting in the audience, nodded frequently. His eyes were shining, as if he was admiring some jade.

Mrs. Jian's family was amused.

She pursed her lips and whispered: "My dear, you didn't bring an interpreter with you. When did you start learning Chinese behind my back?"

"I can't do it anymore at my age."

Jian Lifu lowered his voice: "I don't need to understand. Just look at MR. Gao's demeanor, aura and audience, and you will know that his speech must be excellent."

"I see you really appreciate him."

"Oh."

Jian Lifu said: "A gentleman who has saved so many lives has a surprisingly rich net worth..."

He turned his head and asked Sandus beside him,

"Dear Mr. Sandus, does the investment in this piece of land require more than [-] million?"

At that time, there was an unwritten rule in the banking industry on Hong Kong Island, which people in the industry called the "black book":
Do not invest in shipping, aviation and film industries.

The reason is that these industries are too risky.

Real estate was definitely not one of them, but at that time, there was no mortgage either. All we did was mortgage.

Sandus, who is engaged in credit, often lends money to foreign banks that buy real estate. He has some knowledge about the post-war land and real estate market.

After hearing this, he said: "From a business perspective, in this location..."

Sandus considered it and said: "The price of a 60-foot mosquito is not expensive!"

He didn't know that Gao Yao, the profiteer, sold the deal at 20 mosquitoes per foot.

"My dear Sir Jane, I think you know better than I do."

Of course Jian Lifu knew that he had been meeting with the Land and Land Department and other departments recently, and his main purpose was to revitalize the land market in Hong Kong Island.

To this end, they are already preparing for the first official land auction after liberation!
The revenue of the Hong Kong government has changed several times. At first, it mainly relied on taxes on foreign medicines, then on taxes on Chinese people, and now, its main revenue comes from land auctions.

Yes,

The biggest driver behind the high housing prices on Hong Kong Island is the Hong Kong government, because land sold by ghost guys is very expensive...

Jian Lifu said with a smile: "There are not many companies that dare to buy real estate now."

"This MR. Gao also owns a property in Sham Shui Po, plus this is the tallest building."

He said earnestly: "This coincides with our development direction."

After the renaissance of Hong Kong Island, money was needed everywhere.
However, the English government only approved a few hundred thousand pounds, which is just a drop in the bucket for Hong Kong Island.

At present, industry, commerce and shipping do not receive much money.

Therefore, the Hong Kong government is thinking about starting the auction of official land again.

But shooting this thing requires both ends to be hot, right?
If the people do not have confidence,

It's no use even if the Hong Kong government shouts at the throat!

it's good now,

A Buddha from thousands of families jumps out to build the tallest building in a big way. If this is not the best sign, what else can it be?
Sandus was silent,
He knew what Jian Lifu meant. He was responsible for the credit. Doesn't that mean he had to lend money to Mr. Gao himself?
Lending money to a Chinese?He is not He Dong.

At that time, banks opened by foreigners basically did not provide loans to Chinese people.

It is precisely this premise that allowed the Bank of East Asia to grow rapidly after its establishment, and also stimulated the establishment of other Chinese banks in disguise.

Sandus hesitated and said: "If Sir He is willing to guarantee Mr. Gao, I will be happy to enter into a cooperative relationship with Mr. Gao."

Jian Lifu smiled and said nothing.
The lady sitting next to him said while looking at Gao Yao who was speaking on the stage: "MR. Gao will be the recipient of the OBE Medal, and will also receive the British Medal of St. John's Ambulance Medal."

This is still a matter of no concern,
In the end, the lady said it categorically.

Sandus was moved. He knew that the lady was telling the truth, because this person was from the count's family.

With two medals in hand, you are a member of the imperial system.

It is done by one's own people.

Sandus said without hesitation: "I will talk to MR. Gao later." "If we do our best to maintain communication, when our partners are in danger, we will be able to lend a helping hand in time."

Gao Yao's speeches became more and more generous and powerful,
"Since the opening of the port, our Chinese ancestors have accomplished many feats. I am not talented, but I am willing to build the tallest building to enhance the prestige of our Chinese people."

"it is good!"

A group of people in the audience burst into tears and almost beat their palms to pieces.

At that time, the nation was awakening, and everyone loved to hear this.

Now it was Gao Yao who said this, so they were all convinced.

They all shouted: "Mr. Gao, if we support you, we must build the tallest building."

"Yes, you can't let the ghost guy look down on you!"

Gao Yao nodded and smiled frequently,

He raised his hands and pressed down, and the noisy crowd became quiet.

"Next, the foundation laying ceremony of Gaoyue Building officially begins!"

Gao Yao stepped down and invited Jian Lifu to come forward.

Liu Wen, who had been prepared for a long time, quickly asked two clean-looking handsome boys to walk up to Gao Yao and Jian Lifu with red silk.

"Sir, there is too much haste."

Gao Yao explained: "As long as you are determined."

"Pretty good."

That must be hasty.

It’s not like Jian Lifu has never participated in the real groundbreaking ceremony.
That requires the lion team to lead the dance, the gongs and drums are noisy, and the gods are rewarded.

Jian Lifu said: "That's what Mr. Gao said, as long as you take it seriously."

The two of them picked up the scissors and cut the ribbon at the same time.

Click, click, this scene was immediately captured in the camera.

"Long live!"

Shouting broke out at the scene, and they were even more excited than Gao Yao.

Gao Yao arranged for Pan Lin to lead the evacuation, and he took Jian Lifu and the others into the playground.

The entertainment facilities inside had been completely demolished and looked a little desolate, but Jian Lifu was in high spirits.
He asked: "MR. Gao, how do you plan to develop?"

Gao Yao said: "We are already negotiating with Badanama."

"My personal intention is to develop a shopping mall here."

This thing was not uncommon in later generations, but it is still very new now. After all, Europe and the United States are just exploring it.

Jian Lifu and Sandus were both curious: "Shoppingmall?"

"Oh?"

Gao Yao then remembered that this thing only became really popular in the 70s, and he was still exploring it now, so he explained with a smile: "It is a super-large shopping mall that integrates food, entertainment, and shopping."

"For example, there are Lane Crawford, Sanyuan, theaters, skating rinks..."

Having said that,
Jian Lifu and the other three understood immediately.
Their eyes lit up: "What a magical idea. What a magical idea."

Jian Lifu first looked at Sandas proudly.

Then he was full of praise: "No wonder MR. Gao said you wanted to invest more than [-] million."

"This kind of thing is really unheard of."

Jian Lifu looked at the barren land in front of him. It was a canvas. He seemed to have seen the lively scene of people coming and going.
Then he said: "MR. Gao, this will definitely become the busiest place in Wan Chai."

"I believe this day will come true in the near future."

(End of this chapter)