Reborn as a tycoon in Hong Kong

At almost seven o'clock in the evening, Qin Lan and Huang Xizhao finally met Director Song of the Information Bureau.

Director Song did not come alone, but also brought two people. Qin Lan and Huang Xizhao also brought Chen Ailing, the manager of the Baybei branch.

"Director Song, Director Zhang, welcome."

Seeing the three people being brought in by the waiter, Chen Ailing, who had the lowest status, immediately greeted them, but she only recognized two of them, but she did not recognize the other young man, who was probably in his thirties.

"Three of you, let me introduce to you. This is Director Qin Lan of Mr. Lin's Xiangjiang Secretariat. Director Qin assists Mr. Lin in handling affairs of various enterprises in Xiangjiang. He was Mr. Lin's personal secretary before."

"This is Huang Xizhao, President of our Asia Star Media Group, who is in charge of all the affairs of the group."

"Director Song, Director Zhang, this is the first time we meet. I am Qin Lan." "I am Huang Xizhao. I am very happy to meet you three."

Qin Lan and Huang Xizhao said hello, and then glanced at the only young man Chen Ailing didn't know. Their meaning couldn't be more obvious.

Upon seeing this, Director Zhang said: "This is the permanent secretary at the Presidential Palace."

"Director Qin, President Huang, and Manager Chen, you three are great."

Director Chang took the initiative to reach out and shake hands with the three of them, without ignoring Chen Ailing.

"Hello, Director Chang."

Qin Lan and Huang Xizhao knew clearly that this director-general was sent by a higher level, and coming from the presidential palace explained everything.

After some polite exchanges and getting to know each other, everyone sat down in the private room.

While waiting for the food to be served, the few of them did not get straight to the point and chatted about other things. Chen Ailing set off the atmosphere very well.

Time passed slowly, the food and wine were brought to the table, and several people chatted while eating.

After having snacks and chatting for a while, Chen Ailing brought up business at Qin Lan's signal. He apologized and said that Mr. Lin was unable to come because he had something to do, so he sent Qin Lan, the director of the secretariat, and Huang Xizhao, the president of Asia Star Media Group, to come over.

"Mr. Lin is really busy."

Qin Lan and Huang Xizhao couldn't tell whether Director Song's words were just a simple emotion or meant something.

Regardless of the possibility, Qin Lan immediately said: "Mr. Lin owns many companies in Xiangjiang and has a huge scale of business. He left Xiangjiang for more than a month this time and accumulated a lot of work, so he will not be so busy until he returns to Xiangjiang. There’s nothing we can do about it.”

Huang Xizhao then said: "However, after Mr. Lin learned that the works of Asia Star Media Group were blocked by the Information Bureau, he was very concerned and specially sent me and Director Qin to deal with it. I hope to find out if there is anything in between. Misunderstand."

"Yes, Mr. Lin asked us to communicate well with the Information Bureau. Thank you Director Song, Director Zhang and Director Chang for taking the time to meet with us tonight."

Qin Lan expressed her gratitude. Although everyone knew what was going on, there were some things that Director Song and others could say, but Qin Lan and the others could not. Complaining or anything like that would not allow the Wandao side to lift the ban.

"If there is no misunderstanding, let's not talk about it."

After hearing this, Director Song said: "We also know that Mr. Lin, as the richest man in Hong Kong, has a lot of work to do, but I think Mr. Lin shouldn't have no time at all, right? It's okay if he doesn't have time to come over in the past few days, but next week is fine. "

Director Zhang also followed: "If you don't have time during the working day, forget it. You can come over on holidays. No matter what day Mr. Lin comes next week, we can make time to meet Mr. Lin."

"As long as Mr. Lin can come over, everything will be easy to talk about. Not only can the misunderstanding be resolved, but if it is determined that our staff made a mistake, we will make certain compensation to Asia Star Media Group."

"The question now is whether Mr. Lin is willing to come over and meet with us, and whether he takes this matter seriously."

The meeting between Lin Baicheng and other high-level officials from the mainland is on April 21, so Lin Baicheng needs to go to the mainland in advance. If Lin Baicheng comes to Wandao next weekend, he will basically not go to the mainland. By then, not only will the ban on Wandao be lifted , and certain compensation will be given.

Even if Lin Baicheng doesn't come over next weekend, but on the working day next week, that's okay, as long as people can come over.

Qin Lan said immediately: "Of course Mr. Lin pays attention to it, but his schedule is already full and he doesn't have time to come to Wandao for the time being, so he appointed us here."

"If Mr. Lin really takes it seriously, he should come here in person." Director Zhang said.

"Mr. Lin doesn't have time to come over, but since Mr. Lin sent us here, it shows that he attaches great importance to it. If Director Song insists on seeing Mr. Lin, then there is nothing we can do. After all, Mr. Lin is the boss."

Huang Xizhao was helpless. Although saying this might break up the conversation, it couldn't be changed unless the big boss came over, so he had to say it even if he shouldn't.

"You two, let's talk about something."

At this time, Director Chang, who had been silent next to him, suddenly spoke up. He said: "Mr. Lin is determined not to come forward. Does that mean that his position will not change in any way? Even if Asia Star Media Group is restricted from entering the Bay Island market, it will not change." Change, will he still go to the mainland next week?”

Qin Lan and Huang Xizhao couldn't help but look at each other.

Qin Lan nodded: "Yes, Mr. Lin's schedule will never change. He had already given instructions before we came here." It is impossible to deceive, and you still have to tell the truth.

Huang Xizhao continued: "Mr. Lin said that his position will not change, but he will not participate in politics. He is just a businessman. If Bay Island welcomes him to invest, he will be happy to invest."

Director Song, Director Zhang and Director Chang couldn't help but their faces darkened when they heard this. This was the answer they didn't want to hear.

Secretary Chang said in a deep voice: "Mr. Lin went to the mainland. He is taking sides and has already participated in politics."

Director Song also said: "Both of you, Mr. Lin is not an ordinary small businessman. He is the richest man in Xiangjiang and a leader of the younger generation. His every move has a great influence. His side will have a great impact on the mainland. Mr. Lin said that he does not want to be involved. In politics, what he does is not what he says."

"It is precisely because Mr. Lin went to the mainland to invest that the Bay Island side should not block Mr. Lin's industry."

Qin Lan said: "If Mr. Lin also comes to invest in Wandao, it means that he has invested in both the mainland and Wandao. It seems that he is not simply biased or siding with the mainland. It is just a business investment behavior, and he will not invest in other countries." Human judgment plays a role.”

"Director Qin is really good at talking."

Director Song smiled, but felt in his heart that his words were not unreasonable. But in this way, it would be an advantage for Lin Baicheng, allowing Lin Baicheng to have both sides and have business in both places. No matter how the political situation changes in the future, it will not affect Lin Baicheng and take advantage of it.

"Director Qin, this is impossible."

Director Chang shook his head: "The higher ups will not change policies just because of Mr. Lin. Mr. Lin should stop trying to play both sides. If he chooses to side with the mainland, he will face suppression from the Bay Island. If Mr. Lin repeatedly If you persist, Asia Star Media Group’s ban on works is just the beginning, and there will be more serious restrictions and bans in the future. I also hope that you two can go back and tell Mr. Lin the consequences and let him think about it carefully.”

In fact, the above attitude has not yet been decided, but this does not prevent Director Chang from threatening and intimidating him with the most serious consequences.

"Secretary Chang, I think you should know that Mr. Lin does not have many businesses here in Wandao. Wandao is indeed a big market and is also very important to Mr. Lin, but even if he cannot enter the Wandao market, it will not be good for Mr. Lin's business. His influence is also limited, Lin Baicheng is still the richest man in Hong Kong."

The worst outcome made Qin Lan's heart sink, but the big boss had made an explanation before coming here, so while her position remained unchanged, she could only remind the Bay Island authorities to carefully consider and prevent the worst case from happening.

Director Song asked: "Director Qin, is this your intention or Mr. Lin's intention?"

"Director Song, let's put it this way."

Qin Lan solemnly said: "Before coming here, Mr. Lin asked us to communicate with the Information Bureau, hoping to resolve the misunderstanding and lift the ban on Asia Star Media Group. However, Mr. Lin also said that if the misunderstanding cannot be resolved, then He respects the decision of the Information Bureau and the authorities, and he will let Asia Star Media Group withdraw from the Bay Island market."

After a pause, Qin Lan continued: "If the Bay Island authorities want to expand the ban, although Mr. Lin is very sorry, he will still respect the authorities' decision and he will withdraw from the entire Bay Island market."

Huang Xizhao also followed up: "Mr. Lin's position will not change. This is the bottom line."

"If that's the case, then there seems to be no need for us to talk more."

Director Chang's heart sank. He knew that he could only talk about it today. As for the outcome, it would be decided by the above.

Director Song said to Qin Lan and Huang Xizhao: "Director Qin and President Huang, let's talk about this for today. I hope you two can advise Mr. Lin well. Since Mr. Lin said he is a businessman, he should know The economy of the Bay Island is better than that of the mainland, and if you invest in the mainland, all your investment may be wasted when the policy changes, so he'd better think carefully."

Qin Lan shook her head: "We have already advised Mr. Lin, but Mr. Lin's position is very firm."

Huang Xizhao said: "I hope you can reconsider and lift the ban. If it doesn't work, don't expand the restrictions and bans. Although Mr. Lin will also suffer losses, it will not be good for you, right?"

"Let's talk about this for today."

Director Song did not answer, but stood up and left with Director Zhang and Director Chang.

Although the conversation was unpleasant, Qin Lan, Huang Xizhao and the others sent Director Song and others out, and then they also left and went back to the hotel.

Qin Lan and Huang Xizhao, who returned to the hotel, went to Qin Lan's hotel room together.

Qin Lan said: "Mr. Lin's firm position remains unchanged. Judging from the current situation, the island will not lift the ban, and may even expand the ban."

"Although this is the worst-case scenario, Mr. Lin is already mentally prepared for this, so Mr. Lin should not be too disappointed." Huang Xizhao said.

"That's true, but it's our problem that we didn't get things done."

Qin Lan sighed. If the worst case scenario occurs, it means that they are not doing things well, and their impression in the mind of the big boss will definitely be reduced.

"Mr. Lin will not change his position. I think he should have considered this situation. He will not blame us."

Huang Xizhao expressed relief, and then said: "We'd better call and report to Mr. Lin. Besides, Director Song and others are still willing to continue talking with us. Maybe there will be a turn for the better. Anyway, there won't be a worse situation." .”

"You are right, we should report to Mr. Lin first."

Qin Lan nodded in agreement, then picked up the phone receiver.

Qin Lan directly contacted the Repulse Bay Villa, but the person who answered the phone was a servant. She learned from the servant that the big boss was not at home, so Qin Lan had to hang up the phone and contact the big boss's personal secretary Chen Huixiang. This time she was successfully contacted. .

Qin Lan told Chen Huixiang the process, content and speculation of the conversation, and asked Chen Huixiang to tell the big boss.

Chen Huixiang told Qin Lan that the big boss had told him not to disturb him at night and would tell him the result of tonight's conversation tomorrow morning.

Lin Baicheng was not in a hurry to know the result of tonight's conversation immediately, because there was no difference between knowing it that night and knowing it the next morning. In this case, there was no need for him to set aside time to wait for the report from the Bay Island.

After hearing this, Qin Lan expressed her understanding and ended the call with Chen Huixiang.

"What did Secretary Chen say?"

Seeing Qin Lan hang up the phone, Huang Xizhao asked aloud. He could hear what Qin Lan said, but he couldn't hear what Chen Huixiang said on the other side.

Qin Lan said: "She said that Mr. Lin told her to report to us tomorrow. So what instructions does Mr. Lin have? Let's wait for the notification from there tomorrow."

Huang Xizhao couldn't help but said after hearing this: "It seems that Mr. Lin is really not that concerned about this matter."

"For Mr. Lin, although the Wandao market is not small, the loss of the Wandao market will not have a big impact on him. Besides, Mr. Lin has achieved such great achievements at a young age, and the company under his name was suddenly blocked. , it’s like being slapped, how could he still bow his head and admit his mistake after being slapped?”

Qin Lan was not too surprised. She knew more. She knew that in addition to Lin Baicheng's corporate assets on the surface, his secret investments also brought him a lot of wealth. When he has a lot of wealth, it is normal to insist on his choice. .

Furthermore, as she said just now, she felt that the big boss who had achieved such achievements at such a young age must have his own pride, and there was no way he would bow down just because of a minor threat.

"That's true. Mr. Lin usually looks very mature and capable. I once forgot that he is only twenty years old, which is the age when he is young and energetic." Huang Xizhao couldn't help but nodded in agreement.

"Who says it isn't?"

Qin Lan agreed very much with this. Not to mention Huang Xizhao, even she felt the same. She believed that they were not the only ones who felt this way.

After Qin Lan and Huang Xizhao chatted for a while, Huang Xizhao said goodbye and left. Before Lin Baicheng's instructions were conveyed, it was useless no matter how much the two of them discussed. What to do ultimately had to be decided by the big boss, and they could only implement it according to the big boss's decision.