Hong Kong Movie: At the beginning, Big Boss B asked me to draw the death lottery

Chapter 164 Who are you? Do we in mainland China need your little bit of investment?

When Li Yunlian left He Yaozong's villa again, she bumped into Xu Jiayan getting out of a Bentley at the entrance of the He residence.

Although the two had little interaction, they knew each other.

However, Li Yunlian seemed preoccupied at the moment, and even disregarded etiquette, not even hearing Xu Jiayan greet her, before getting into her private car.

Xu Jiayan didn't pay any attention, and then walked to the door and greeted the security personnel on duty.

“I made an appointment with Mr. He in advance. Please inform Mr. He that Xu Jiayan is requesting an audience.”

"No need, Mr. Xu. Mr. He instructed us to bring you here directly upstairs."

As Xu Jiayan followed the security personnel into He Yaozong's villa area, he couldn't help but click his tongue in amazement.

This was his first visit to He Yaozong's villa, and he wasn't surprised by how luxurious it was.

However, the villa was heavily guarded, with sentries every few steps, giving Xu Jiayan the feeling that he had entered a heavily guarded military base.

Upon arriving at He Yaozong's study, after the accompanying security personnel had left, Xu Jiayan exchanged pleasantries with He Yaozong, and Xu Jiayan took the initiative to start the conversation.

"Brother, you're really something. Back then, when the foreigners tried to mess with me, I only spent half a year in prison. I thought I was pretty amazing!"

You, on the other hand, kept the foreigners suffocating from beginning to end, even Wei Yixin had to give in. Sometimes I really wonder, are you really a housing estate kid who didn't even finish Form Six?

Xu Jiayan's praise came from the bottom of his heart.

Unlike Ho Yiu-chung, he came from a very high starting point, possessed extensive knowledge, and was a licensed barrister in Hong Kong.

However, his past achievements in managing to keep the New Club afloat despite being imprisoned by foreigners seem somewhat insignificant compared to Ho Yiu-chung's.

He Yaozong just smiled when he heard Xu Jiayan's praise.

He immediately asked, "Mr. Xu, did Big Circle Leopard send you to deliver a message?"

Xu Jiayan nodded: "That's right, Mr. Shi has already arrived in Hong Kong Island."

He suggested we have a couple of drinks at Lansen Restaurant in Wan Chai at 8 pm tonight.

"If Mr. Shi wants to see me next time, he can just come here to find me."

If he doesn't know the way, I can send someone to pick him up.

Xu Jiayan shook his head again: "No, he also arranged to meet Jiang Tianyang in Wan Chai at 7:30 tonight."

Brother He, your actions these past few days have demonstrated a rare integrity within our Chinese community. Perhaps Mr. Shi intends to invite you to invest in the mainland!

……

7:30 p.m., Lansen Music Restaurant, Wan Chai.

To the strains of a melodious violin tune, Xu Jiayan led Jiang Tianyang to a round table.

Shi Yong sat on a soft chair, squinting as he enjoyed the intoxicating music.

"Mr. Shi, Jiang Tianyang has arrived."

After softly calling out to Shi Yong, Xu Jiayan leaned close to Jiang Tianyang's ear and whispered something.

"Mr. Shi here doesn't like others revealing his identity."

Having said that, Xu Jiayan left without any apparent interest.

Jiang Tianyang's hair was neatly combed back, and he wore a dark suit with a blue and white checkered tie, which made him look much more dashing.

He was quite wealthy in Bangkok and had dealt with many of Thailand's high-ranking officials and dignitaries.

But he was certain that no other high-ranking official had ever exerted such a sense of pressure as Shi Yong.

He sat there, his not-so-big eyes looking him up and down.

Although there was a smile in his eyes, it made the usually well-mannered Jiang Tianyang feel extremely restrained.

"Mr. Shi!"

Jiang Tianyang forced a smile and extended his right hand to Shi Yong.

After glancing at Jiang Tianyang a few times, Shi Yong shook hands with him and then pointed to the seat next to him.

"Mr. Jiang, I've heard that you're a very prominent leader of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce in Bangkok, Thailand?"

Jiang Tianyang sat down next to Shi Yong and started laughing along.

"Mr. Shi, what are you saying? There are just too many outstanding Chinese people. I, Jiang Tianyang, am really not among them."

Shi Yong chuckled lightly, but did not respond to Jiang Tianyang's words.

Instead, he went straight to the point: "I heard from Xu Jiayan that your Hung Hing is also interested in investing in the mainland?"

"Mr. Shi, I think you've misunderstood. I'm just a legitimate Chinese businessman."

I was invited by my elder brother, Chiang Tin-sang, to come to Hong Kong Island to cooperate with Ho Yiu-chung of Heng Yiu Properties in a play.

Actually, I'm not a member of the club!

"So that means Mr. Chiang doesn't have much interest in doing business on the mainland?"

Jiang Tianyang quickly denied it: "No, no, no, Mr. Shi, I am very interested!"

Shi Yong shook his head slightly: "Mr. Jiang, don't you think it's strange?"
Ten years ago, when the special economic zones on the mainland were just starting to develop, our investment promotion department tried every means to attract foreign investment from outside.

Ten years have passed in the blink of an eye, and no one could have imagined that the special economic zone would suddenly become such a hot commodity.

"Now, the investment promotion department is so busy inspecting investments that they can't keep up with the demand all year round. Times have really changed!"

Jiang Tianyang quickly picked up the conversation.

"That's because the mainland has the development potential, Mr. Shi. I can guarantee that in another ten or twenty years, I think the development of the Special Administrative Region will not be worse than that of Hong Kong Island!"

"Mr. Jiang, I don't think you've understood what I mean!"

Shi Yong stopped smiling and then spoke.

"In the past, the special economic zone was begging others to come and invest; now, others are begging to invest in the special economic zone!"

Who are you? Does the Special Economic Zone need your investment?

As Shi Yong spoke, he took out a pack of Double Happiness cigarettes from his pocket, looked at Jiang Tianyang, whose face was somewhat embarrassed, and continued.

"If Mr. Jiang really wants to invest in the mainland, there are still many places in the mainland for you to choose from."

It doesn't necessarily have to be in a special economic zone; there are many remote areas in the mainland that urgently need development!

Jiang Tianyang immediately came to his senses.

“Mr. Shi, we Chinese in Thailand also know where our roots are.”

If possible, I would like to donate several schools and two stadiums to mainland China.

The saying goes, "Strengthen the body, civilize the mind..."

"Alright, Mr. Jiang, when you have the chance, have your elder brother come and talk to me."

The business environment on the mainland is fair and just, and we welcome insightful individuals to invest in the mainland at any time.

Before Jiang Tianyang could finish speaking, Shi Yong interrupted him.

Before Jiang Tianyang could respond, a familiar voice came from the side.

"Mr. Shi, Mr. Jiang, have I disturbed your conversation?"

The two turned around and saw He Yaozong with a faint smile on his face, standing right next to the table.

To Jiang Tianyang's surprise, Shi Yong immediately stood up, smiled, and extended his right hand to He Yaozong.

"You're too early, it's not even 7:40 yet."

"Mr. Shi, I know you're busy, so I came early to have a couple of drinks with you so as not to take up too much of your time."

Just as Shi Yong was inviting He Yaozong to sit down, Xu Jiayan came over at the opportune moment and pulled Jiang Tianyang aside.

"Mr. Jiang, I'm thinking of opening a Thai restaurant in Central, but there are some things I don't understand, and I'd like to ask you for advice."

"How about we go over there and chat for a bit?"

Jiang Tianyang chuckled, knowing that his conversation with Shi Yong was over.

He didn't say much, but got up to greet He Yaozong and Shi Yong, and then accompanied Xu Jiayan to another table.

After Xu Jiayan and Jiang Tianyang left, Shi Yong spoke first.

"He Yaozong, I always feel that you seem to be somewhat resistant to us."

What happened last night? Why didn't you let your advisor, Su, come and say hello to me?
Do you know that if you hadn't overcome that hurdle, you'd never be able to turn your life around?

"Mr. Shi, you flatter me. I just didn't want to cause you any trouble."

"What's the trouble? The Sino-British Joint Declaration stipulates that if the British go too far in some matters, we on the mainland are fully entitled to request intervention."

Shi Yong paused for a moment, then glanced at He Yaozong a few more times.

After a long pause, he spoke again.

"I remember you once said something that I wholeheartedly agree with!"

You are a native Hong Kong Island resident, born and raised there. You don't need to make any choices for anyone, and no matter what you choose, it won't change the fact that you are a Hong Kong Islander. Unless you want to be a traitor!

He Yaozong smiled, knowing that Shi Yong had not finished speaking, and immediately did not respond.

Shi Yong continued, "You don't need to be too afraid of us. Unlike the British, we won't treat any Hong Kong Island citizens as our dogs!"

Our only request is that, seven years from now, Hong Kong Island must be at peace!

"I understand! Mr. Shi, you specifically asked to meet me, not just to talk about these things, right?"

"of course not!"

Shi Yong propped himself up on the table with one hand and leaned slightly toward He Yaozong.

“We have received information that Government House is preparing to transform your housing estate relief association into a municipal organization.”

At that time, Wei Yixin will likely use his status as a legislator as bait to lure you into agreeing to this condition.

I'm telling you very clearly, this is a trap, don't fall for it!

"Mr. Shi, Hong Kong is still largely ruled by foreigners. If they set a trap for me, do you think I can escape it?"

As He Yaozong spoke, he casually picked up the pack of Double Happiness cigarettes that Shi Yong had left on the table, took one out, and then took out a lighter from his pocket.

This lighter was the one that had been taken from Li Wenbin before.

This time, it was up to Shi Yong to wait for him to finish speaking.

He lit a cigarette and spoke slowly.

"I forgot to explain to you, Mr. Shi, that the reason I came so early was because I knew you and Jiang Tianyang wouldn't talk for more than a few minutes."

Why? The reason is very simple!
People like us, no matter what we've done, are destined to have a less glamorous background than a member of parliament!
When you're out and about, you give yourself an identity. When you meet with Mr. Shi and me in the future and give a report, I don't want you to tell people that you met with a member of a triad, but rather that you met with the president of a chamber of commerce or a member of the Legislative Council of Hong Kong Island!
This is very important to me!

Shi Yong couldn't help but remain even more silent.

After confirming that He Yaozong had finished speaking, his expression became serious.

He sat up straight and began to speak.

“I admire your ambition, but you need to understand what you will face if you accept the British’s bait.”

I've had someone investigate your assets, and they're just a drop in the ocean compared to Hong Kong's massive property market!
Even if the Financial Secretary cooperates with you, the massive government spending alone could bankrupt you!

As Shi Yong spoke, he pushed the ashtray in front of him toward He Yaozong and said in a low voice.

"By then, you'll have nothing but a reputation to show for it!"

“I don’t care. As long as I can get into the Legislative Council, I believe I can make Hong Kong Island a better place.”

"I'll build as many houses as I have, and I'll do as many charitable acts as I have."

Upon hearing this, Shi Yong's expression changed.

He found it increasingly difficult to understand the young man before him.

To say he didn't love money is an exaggeration; back when he was fighting with Sun Kee for territory in Tsim Sha Tsui and grabbing junket business in Macau, he was incredibly ruthless.

Shi Yong once doubted whether he had misjudged the person.

However, Ho Yiu-chung later built resettlement housing for the residents of Kowloon Walled City and established a mutual aid foundation for the lower-level members of the Wo Luen Shing Foundation, which involved real money.

Shi Yong had investigated so many triads in Hong Kong before, and he had never seen any triad figure like He Yaozong who would take out billions of dollars in cash for relief projects without batting an eye.

More importantly, this guy is far more courageous than Xu Jiayan and his ilk. Even in public debates with foreigners, he can hold his own!

Although there was covert assistance from the mainland behind the scenes, Shi Yong was still impressed by this display of courage.

"Mr. He, I have nothing more to say to you."

Now I only have one thing to say to you—no matter what happens, never forget who you are; the mainland will always be your strong backing!

"Thank you!"

……

While He Yaozong was still exchanging toasts with Shi Yong, Jiang Tianyang had already finished his conversation with Xu Jiayan.

After getting up, Jiang Tianyang looked at He Yaozong several times, wondering if he should go over and say a few more words, but then he thought better of it.

He then left the restaurant and took a car back to the Chiang family villa in the eastern hills.

Inside the villa, Jiang Tiansheng, who had returned from his vacation in Europe, had been waiting for him for quite some time.

"So, has everything been settled?"

It was rare for Jiang Tianyang to show a hint of dejection in front of his elder brother.

"Big brother, I'm truly envious of you now!"
Wow, I never imagined that these days, patriotism has to be based on social status.

Even someone like me, a Thai citizen of Chinese descent, isn't as popular in mainland China as a triad leader like you!

He asked Jiang Tiansheng for a Havana cigar, lit it, sat on the sofa, and sighed to Jiang Tiansheng.

Jiang Tiansheng smiled and said, "You can't say that. As the saying goes, it's easy to add flowers to brocade, but difficult to provide charcoal in the snow."

Back when the mainland needed investment, you weren't there to invest. Now that it's developed, you're trying to latch onto others, no wonder they treat you badly.

Jiang Tianyang sighed, "I also put in a lot of effort. This time, in order to help He Yaozong capture that bastard Na Hong, my boss and I from Chinatown took a lot of risks!"

If the Thais find out that Nahong's case is related to us, the entire Chinese community in Bangkok will suffer!

"Then tell me, what does this have to do with mainland China?"

Jiang Tiansheng's question left Jiang Tianyang speechless.

Yes, whether the Political Department colluded with human organ smuggling organizations has not been found out to this day.

Even if they find out, they can't trace it back to Na Hong.

Why should Jiang Tianyang boast about his achievements to the mainland? Besides, can such a thing even be considered a merit in their eyes?!

Seeing that Jiang Tianyang was speechless, Jiang Tiansheng put his hand on Jiang Tianyang's shoulder.

He said in a deep voice, "I don't think you need to be too upset. At least in my opinion, He Yaozong still appreciates your favor!"

If you want to transfer some of your assets from Thailand to the mainland, you should negotiate with them.

Knowing He Yaozong as I do, he'll definitely help you with this!

"Does He Yaozong have that ability?"

"It's hard to say, but I think what he's done recently is enough to make the mainland give him face!"

Jiang Tianyang took a puff of his cigar, then shook his head with a wry smile, unable to resist chuckling under his breath.

"Take it! It's been too long since I've been to Hong Kong Island, I can't tell the difference between many things."

However, I still haven't forgotten my father's dying words: "Don't put all your eggs in one basket."

I'll have a good talk with Ho Yiu-chung when I have time, and try to transfer some of my assets to the mainland as well!

Jiang Tiansheng nodded in agreement: "I am also optimistic about the development of the mainland. The big businesses in Hong Kong have already been exhausted. The mainland is where our hope lies!"

Ring ring ring——

Just as Jiang Tiansheng finished his reflection, the cell phone that Jiang Tianyang had left on the coffee table suddenly rang.

I pressed the answer button and found that it was a forwarded number from Thailand.

After the notification sound finished, Pason's voice came from inside.

"Mr. Jiang, is it convenient for us to talk?"

"It's convenient. Just say what you want to say."

"It's like this, the people from Songkhla seem... seem to..."

"Something seems to have happened. Has someone traced us back to us?!"

Jiang Tianyang was startled; what he feared most had come to pass.

Pason responded somewhat guiltily.

"It's not that they've traced us, it's just that Mr. Yan from Chinatown seems to be being targeted!"
This afternoon, Zhang Hanshou brought police officers to Chinatown to investigate the situation and had a face-to-face meeting with Mr. Yan.

Mr. Yan informed me that they seemed to have found some clues and asked me to ask you whether the mess left on the hospital ship had been cleaned up properly…”

Jiang Tianyang's brows furrowed involuntarily.

Yan Runli, from Bangkok's Chinatown, is a longtime friend of his.

If it weren't for giving Jiang Tianyang face, he wouldn't have gone to Songkhla City, specifically under the guise of a visit, to verify the address of the Nahong Sanatorium.

Now that Nahong has been abducted from the sanatorium for so long, his confidants should understand without a doubt that something has happened to him.

Moreover, Na Hong was abducted after undergoing a heart transplant, and the donor, Lee Wing-chi, was a native of Hong Kong Island.

Zhang Hanshou and his group would easily connect Na Hong's disappearance to Hong Kong Island. After reviewing recent visit records, it's not surprising that they would turn their suspicions to Yan Runli.

(End of this chapter)