What do you mean by quitting the business? I'm not a big shot.

Chapter 641 The Future of the Triads
The reform plan was significant, and the committee members present examined it carefully. Some frowned frequently, while others looked on with solemnity and expectation.

Everyone knows that the passage of the proposal will reshape the next generation of youth on Hong Kong Island. It will have a significant impact not only on the system and the market, but also on the public sentiment in Hong Kong.

Huo Guantai put down the document and was the first to raise his hand: "I agree."

More than forty committee members, including Hu Bochao, Liang Chaoying, and Liao Runchen, raised their hands in unison. More than ten other committee members followed suit, and the document was ultimately passed with over seventy votes.

Qi Chen announced: "The proposal has been approved, recorded in the archives, and listed as one of the first batch of administrative plans, to be implemented by the first Chief Executive."

"Yes."

The assistant quickly stamped the document, put it in a file folder, and left to seal it.

Qi Chen looked at everyone: "Any more proposals?"

With one hundred committee members, each with their own demands, they naturally had a considerable number of proposals. Leung Chiu-ying submitted the "Tax Reform Bill," and Woo Po-chiu submitted the "Secretaries' Reform Bill." Each of these bills has a significant impact on the future of Hong Kong Island.

One morning was simply not enough time, so the committee members ate their boxed lunches in the hall and continued the meeting in the afternoon.

night.

Imperial Capital Hotel.

Holding a photocopy of the Education Act, Qi Chen said, "Do university student associations on Hong Kong Island have a habit of participating in political activities?"

Yin Zhaotang held his wine glass, his expression solemn: "There are few university graduates, and those who come here are talented, with an inherent political nature. The Hong Kong authorities originally strictly prohibited Chinese community organizations, but under the guidance of the Education Bureau, they have been continuously recruiting university students. After five or six years of development, student organizations have become quite influential political groups."

"Although it hasn't escalated into a major political incident yet, we need to be careful and take precautions."

Qi Chen nodded slightly, deeply agreeing: "Young people are full of enthusiasm, but lack understanding of the world, and are easily impulsive and taken advantage of."

"This clause is a good revision and is worth learning from."

Yin Zhaotang glanced at Qi Chen, understanding that student politics had long been considered a bad sign. University students were considered talents in Hong Kong, and even more so in mainland China.

Unlike college students during the era of expanded enrollment, college students in the 1980s were the pride of heaven, destined to embark on a career in government or become influential figures in a certain field.

Those who are truly committed to politics and serving the country are not in a hurry. With time to develop, they will gradually become the backbone of the nation. Those who are eager to make a scene during their student years are either trying to gain attention or have been bribed.

The students who later led the chaos in Hong Kong were motivated by various reasons: some for political qualifications, some for guaranteed university admission, and some for federal citizenship.

None of them worked for Hong Kong Island or for the country.

The members of the following clubs either come to do "part-time jobs" to earn some money, or they come to play with women, drive public buses, or go ice skating or buy things for free.

It's chaotic and smoky. Preventing the "politicization" of school clubs is like saving their lives. Yin Zhaotang exhaled his cigarette and replied, "Students should be studying. Getting involved in politics in university clubs is like running a gang in a labor union. Both should be explicitly prohibited."

"Studying, dating, doing research—there's nothing wrong with that. If you think it's not exciting enough, you can cultivate some hobbies." "University clubs should be entertaining."

Qi Chen chuckled and suddenly asked, "Has Zhongyi Group completely transformed?"

Yin Zhaotang paused for a moment, then replied, "Complete merger, in the process of transformation, to adapt to the changes of the times. There is no truly complete transformation, only continuous progress."

From top to bottom, from childhood to adulthood, Lao Zhong has arguably accomplished the remarkable feat of getting his entire family out of poverty. However, it's not necessarily true that everything he did was entirely compliant and legal.

They still engage in smuggling, gambling, underground gambling, shady deals, money laundering, and so on to some extent, but it's no longer their main occupation; it's more like a side job for the brothers.

However, non-compliant businesses are not necessarily bad businesses. For example, in smuggling, the taxes don't go to the mainland, and the goods can be exported at a lower price and flow into the mainland, where they can even make money. Lao Zhong didn't stop for the time being, but after 97, he definitely couldn't touch related businesses anymore. Qi Chen understood the meaning behind his words. He picked up his teacup and smiled, saying, "You're quite enlightened. So, where should the Xinji, Hetu, and Shuifang triads be placed after the handover?"

Yin Zhaotang slowly shook his head: "Let them choose."

Many triads rely primarily on illegal businesses for income; their dream of a clean break is just that—a dream. However, transforming themselves into "harmless triads" and expanding their illegal operations overseas is actually tacitly permissible. Seeing Yin Zhaotang choosing to protect himself and refusing to get involved in triad affairs, Qi Chen laughed, "You've blocked all avenues; how are they supposed to proceed?"

Yin Zhaotang quickly defended himself: "Mr. Qi, I earn my living through my own abilities. If they can seize the opportunity to set up factories and engage in real industries, there will be plenty of opportunities."

Qi Chen nodded: "Those who run triads also have their uses. If you don't want to get involved, then go and make a three-point agreement with them for me. First, keep the good ones and don't let the bad ones go. Second, no crimes involving China are allowed overseas. Third, unite overseas Chinese and prepare for Chinese manufacturing to go global. Only by doing these three things well can you have the right to survive. If you do well, you will be rewarded."

Yin Zhaotang nodded thoughtfully and said, "I understand, I will pass it on."

After a week of meetings, the committee members set off to return to Hong Kong Island. From the third day onwards, some committee members took leave, but as long as 80% of the members were present, the meetings could continue.

Back home, Rong Jiahui handed the candied hawthorns to Rongzai. Sitting in the living room, she looked a little jealous: "Boss, why wasn't there any for me?"

Even after Yin Zhaotang had a child, Rong Jiahui's life didn't change much. Since she was already grown up and often lived at school, and her living expenses hadn't decreased, she, as an adopted child, never thought about inheritance.

She calls Yin Zhaotang "Big Boss," considers herself a generation older than Rongzai, and makes Rongzai call her "Little Aunt." She also spends more time at home and enjoys playing with children.

Hearing her voice, Yin Zhaotang took out a candied hawthorn-shaped doll from his bag and handed it to her, saying, "Eat less sweets, and nibble on this when you're bored."

Rong Jiahui took the doll, looking happy, and said with a smile, "Thank you, boss."

Chingmy Yau took the candied hawthorn from Rongzai's hand. A baby only a few months old, he could only lick it a couple of times, it was impossible for him to actually eat it all.

"I have some business to attend to at the company, I'll go take a look," Yin Zhaotang told Qiu Shuzhen, and after finishing dinner, he left with his entourage.

Although staying at home is cozy, it can be a bit noisy with Vivian Chow, Chingmy Yau, and Rong Jia Hui all busy taking care of the children. After staying home for a while, he likes to go out and clear his head.

Jacqueline Leung's smartest move was not to live in Tsim Sha Tsui East permanently. Whenever Yin Zhaotang wanted to relax, she would choose to stay in the apartment she bought in Central.

(End of this chapter)