In Hong Kong, we build a global business empire

Chapter 109 Young Love

Therefore, in order to efficiently and economically advance the construction of the Shangri-La Hotel Tower, cooperating with a strong local construction company became Guo Henian's preferred strategy.

With its professional construction team and rich project experience, Wan'an Construction Engineering Company has become one of Mr. Guo Henian's potential partners.

However, although Lin Wan'an had actively sought cooperation before, which made Guo Henian pay attention to Wan'an Construction Engineering Company, he originally preferred to choose a larger-scale engineering construction company as a partner.

In Guo Henian's consideration, Wan'an Construction Engineering Company is more of an alternative plan, or just a "spare tire". He will only consider working with it when the first choice cooperation fails.

But a major event that happened afterwards completely changed Guo Henian's view.

Lin Wanan's youngest son, Lin Haoran, with his extraordinary business talent, suddenly succeeded in completing the feat of the first acquisition of a British listed company by a Chinese businessman in Hong Kong's history!

This news shocked the entire Hong Kong industry and also made Guo Henian take a new look at Wan'an Construction Engineering Company and the Lin family behind it.

It is based on this change that Guo Henian specially invited the Lin father and son to attend the family dinner tonight. Behind this is not only the recognition of Lin Haoran's personal achievements, but also a re-evaluation and expectation of the strength and potential of Wan'an Construction Engineering Company.

Tonight's family dinner will undoubtedly be an important opportunity for both sides to deepen cooperation and seek common development.

"Mr. Lin, there's no need to rush. It's a rare opportunity for us to get together, so why not let us communicate more." Guo Henian suggested with a smile.

Lin Wanan understood what he meant when he heard it, and dropped the previous topic.

Since the other party took the initiative to invite you to visit, it means that there is a high probability that their cooperation will be successful.

For the Shangri-La Hotel Tower project, even if the cooperation is successful, the direct profit of Wan'an Construction Engineering Company, as the contractor, will only be 10 million Hong Kong dollars, and it will take at least three years to complete. It seems that this cooperation is average.

However, Lin Wanan's vision goes far beyond this.

What he really values ​​is the long-term cooperation bridge established with the Nanyang Guo family behind this project.

Lin Wanan knows that the success of the first cooperation is often the starting point for more subsequent cooperation opportunities.

The Guo family, a family with deep roots and strong power in the Nanyang business community, is now actively expanding its influence in Hong Kong. This is undoubtedly a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for the Lin family and the Wan'an Group.

If we can take this opportunity to work closely with the Guo family, it will not only bring immediate project benefits to Wan'an Group, but also pave a fast track for the group's development in the future, helping it to accelerate its growth and reach new heights.

The market in Nanyang is much larger than the small Hong Kong. If Wan'an Group can take this opportunity to expand its business to Nanyang, having the Guo family as a partner will undoubtedly make the development of Wan'an Group in the Nanyang countries smoother.

Therefore, Lin Wanan spared no effort to seek cooperation with the Guo family. His original intention was to find a solid and powerful partner for the Wanan Group.

With such support, Lin Haoran, the future heir of Wan'an Group, will be more adept at managing the company and his business operations will be smoother.

Lin Wanan's plan can be said to be well-intentioned!
Then, the topic between Guo Henian and Lin Wanan naturally turned to the business field, especially focusing on the current situation and future trends of Hong Kong, a hot commercial land.

The two of them talked freely and analyzed in depth every detail of the business world in Hong Kong and even Southeast Asia.

The two younger generations, Lin Haoran and Guo Xiaohan, maintained a humble attitude and seldom interrupted the communication of their elders. They just sat quietly by and listened attentively to every word and sentence.

They naturally knew that the two people in front of them were veterans who had been working in the business world for many years, and their insights and experiences were valuable assets that should not be missed.

As they chatted, the topic naturally turned to the oil crisis, which is the most high-profile issue in the current international situation.

Guo Henian suddenly turned to Lin Haoran and said, "Haoran, although you are a junior, you are already the chairman of Qingzhou Yingni Company. You are able to take over this family business from the British. Your ability is unquestionable. Do you have any unique insights into this oil crisis?"

Lin Haoran was a little surprised when he heard this. He had originally participated in this gathering as a junior and planned to listen more and talk less. He did not expect to be asked directly about this matter.

However, he quickly adjusted his mindset and responded sincerely: "Uncle Guo, you are too kind. I have indeed paid attention to the oil crisis and have done some thinking, but compared with your profound experience and unique insights, my views may not be mature enough.

Since Uncle Guo asked, I will dare to share some of my humble opinions. The current oil crisis is still in its infancy and its impact on the world is still controllable. However, Iran's continued interruption of crude oil exports will undoubtedly exacerbate the tension in global crude oil supply, thereby pushing oil prices to continue to rise.

The surge in oil prices will certainly have a profound and serious impact on the global economy. The first world oil crisis has sounded the alarm for us. If the crisis continues for a long time, oil-importing countries will face serious balance of payments deficits, economic recession, rising unemployment, and worsening international trade conditions, and may even trigger an international debt crisis.

Both economically developed Western countries and oil-scarce developing countries have suffered major shocks and paid a heavy price for the oil crisis.

The impact it brings is very great. International energy and raw material prices have skyrocketed, while the prices of agricultural products and industrial products have fallen. As a result, countries are facing problems such as increased production costs, relative shortage of funds, rising prices, severe inflation, and greatly increased unemployment rates. It has had a negative impact on the economies of various countries, especially on countries that are highly dependent on oil consumption and oil imports, which have been dealt a direct blow and exacerbated the world economic depression.

As businessmen, we must also be prepared to deal with the crisis brought by the oil crisis. Now the crisis has just begun, we still have time to prepare. Sometimes crises are also opportunities. I think Uncle Guo must have already made his own preparations. "Well, Haoran is worthy of being a young talent who can seize Qingzhou Yingni from the British. Your insights are indeed beyond the thinking of many peers." Guo Henian applauded and laughed.

Although what Lin Haoran talked about may seem a bit superficial and does not touch the core in the eyes of business leaders, it is not difficult to see his keen observation and clear expression ability behind these words, which is the embodiment of his personal ability.

Originally, Guo Xiaohan was quietly listening to their conversation, and occasionally, she would attentively add tea for everyone.

When Lin Haoran was talking, her eyes had inadvertently fallen on Lin Haoran's face. The concentration and appreciation were so intense that it seemed as if time had stopped and they had not moved for a long time.

Not until she realized her own gaffe did she hurriedly look away, lower her head, and try to cover her blushing cheeks with her hair.

A few strands of hair gently rested on her cheeks, further highlighting the delicateness and fairness of her skin.

Guo Xiaohan naturally admired the profound insights of his elders, but he also thought it was normal.

But the talent and wisdom displayed by Lin Haoran, a peer of her age, shocked and attracted her even more.

At this age when she had just entered society and was full of curiosity and longing for everything, Lin Haoran undoubtedly left a deep impression on her.

Lin Haoran was immersed in his own thoughts at the moment and did not notice Guo Xiaohan's subtle emotional changes.

However, Guo Henian, who was sitting next to Guo Xiaohan, keenly captured his niece's subtle movement and couldn't help but smile knowingly.

As a person who had experienced it, he naturally understood his niece's immature feelings.

In the land of Nanyang, the marriages of the children of the wealthy families are often not just a matter between two people, but more of an alliance and exchange of interests between families.

But Guo Henian knew very well that Lin Haoran, the young talent of the Lin family, was not only talented, but also showed extraordinary potential and vision.

During this period, Guo Henian also heard some inside information about the acquisition of Qingzhou Yingni Company.

Lin Haoran was able to take over this listed company without relying on his parents, just by making his own plans.

From this incident, he became more convinced of Lin Haoran's extraordinary abilities.

Lin Haoran's performance in the acquisition case, as well as his words and actions just now, revealed a maturity and wisdom beyond his age. Such young talents are rare.

Guo Henian naturally understood that the reason why the Guo family could continue to grow and develop was inseparable from its extensive and deep network of personal connections.

Therefore, he secretly thought that perhaps in the near future, when he returned to Southeast Asia, he could take this opportunity to have an in-depth discussion with his brother to explore the feasibility of a marriage between the two families.

As we chatted, it was already past nine o'clock in the evening.

Guo He glanced at the watch on his wrist, then laughed heartily: "Mr. Lin, and Haoran, our communication tonight was really enjoyable, which made me full of confidence in our future cooperation.

Therefore, I have officially decided to entrust the important project of Shangri-La Hotel Tower to Wan'an Construction Engineering Company. I look forward to our joint creation of brilliance and pleasant cooperation! "

Upon hearing this, Lin Wanan showed a satisfied smile on his face. This was exactly one of the main purposes of his trip.

In addition, he also hoped to take this opportunity to let the family heir Lin Haoran get to know Guo Henian, a business tycoon. Now it seems that both of these goals have been successfully achieved.

"Okay, then we won't disturb Mr. Guo any more. We are honored to be able to cooperate with the Guo Brothers Group. Please rest assured that Wan'an Construction Engineering Company has a top construction team and rich project experience. We will go all out to ensure the success of the project and will never let Mr. Guo down!"

Lin Wanan stood up and shook hands with Guo Henian sincerely, his words full of confidence.

He thought to himself that with this pleasant start to the cooperation, he believed there would be more opportunities to work together in the future.

"Okay, Mr. Lin, I will personally bring people to your company tomorrow morning to sign a cooperation agreement with you. I have long heard about the credibility and professionalism of Wan'an Group. I believe that this cooperation will satisfy everyone." Guo Henian nodded in agreement, his tone revealing his confidence in the cooperation.

"Mr. Guo, Ms. Guo, goodbye." Lin Haoran politely shook hands with them one by one and said goodbye.

When his fingertips gently touched Guo Xiaohan's delicate little hand, a subtle feeling flashed through his heart, but he quickly returned to normal and politely said goodbye.

(End of this chapter)