Return to Hong Kong Island for a Century

Chapter 389 The Best Way to Divert Attention
When Amy protested, the signs had all sorts of things on them.

There are many signs at Boeing's headquarters now, but some are obviously reused.

For example: Where is Congress?
Don't touch a poor person's wallet!
Of course, there are also some newly written ones: Prohibit discrimination against minority groups.

Today, I am also part of a minority group.

Look at the companies that collude with politicians.

Put an X on monopoly!
What really made Boeing shareholders' blood pressure spike was that there were dozens of media personnel running around with cameras and video cameras, and even helicopters.

Meanwhile, people also gathered outside Congress at some of Aramco's major airports.

These people were dressed in all sorts of outfits, and some even had protest messages written on their clothes.

Furthermore, some people have come forward crying and sharing their experiences: "I always feel uncomfortable when I fly on Boeing planes, and now I realize that it's all Boeing's fault."

Some people even shouted: Boycott Boeing!

Some even went so far as to say that Boeing orchestrated the McDonnell Douglas crash, and if people didn't believe it, they could look into the causes of the McDonnell Douglas accidents.

This move caught Boeing completely off guard, because no one cared when Boeing used some things from the East to make a point.

Even the bribed media tried to go out and interview people on the street, leaving the locals completely bewildered: Where is this Eastern country?
Reporter: In Asia.

Interviewee: How far away?
Reporter: At least 12,000 kilometers?
The interviewee shrugged: "They're so far away from us, why should I care?"

Left with no other option, the media had to hire shills.

However, these shills were clearly not very bright. After hearing the reporter's question, some of them couldn't wait to say: "Yes, that's exactly what they do. They eat dog meat, which I can't accept. What I also can't accept is their kimchi. Damn it, last time I went to an Asian restaurant, they served me nothing but kimchi. A whole table full of pickled vegetables, and they charged me $20. That's fraud, that's a crime..."

Some people say that's just how East Asians are; they eat raw food. Look at those sushi sashimi slabs mixed with cold rice. To be honest, I can't accept that.

Actually, dog meat is eaten in many countries around the world, including by native Hawaiians and a small number of indigenous people in Canada.

In Switzerland, people are allowed to eat cat meat themselves, but not for commercial purposes. Of course, this only applies to a small number of people in the east, and cat meat is still eaten during some traditional festivals.

As for Asia, there's even more, including Southeast Asia, South Korea, and so on.

A politician who was campaigning for Boeing encountered a dozen or so protesters as soon as he went out today. They held up signs and chased the politician's car for a while, and then reporters were around.

These politicians quickly covered their faces.

During the midday news, Boeing shareholders watched many television reports.

"Fuck, fuck, these damn idiots!"

"What about the money we spent?"

"Why didn't we achieve our desired outcome?" Boeing shareholders discovered that despite numerous negative reports about Asians, the show received virtually no viewership.

Because most Amis people don't care about the lifestyle of someone living in a country even more remote than Africa.

These people are more concerned about large companies like Boeing discriminating against minority groups, and about collusion between politicians and corporations.

This is actually the mindset of most people in America: they don't care about issues that are irrelevant to them.

Even decades later, if you ask about the capital of some Eastern countries, most people won't know, while a few will say it's Shanghai.

Moreover, many Americans say that their capital is New York...

Moreover, in 1981, these people were more concerned about the planes they were on and the scandals involving politicians and corporations.

So now, the issue is no longer about the threat posed by civilian airliners from certain Eastern countries, but rather about discrimination and collusion between politicians and businesses.

Boeing's CEO and executives looked dejected because money had been spent, but the results were not as good as expected.

Boeing's shareholders are also in a dilemma. If they fire the CEO now, it will attract even more attention. But what should they do now that things have developed to this point?
Those politicians in the media are easy to deal with; they just need to find people to donate to their charities.

However, there is a drawback: if Boeing compromises, a whole host of politicians will follow suit.

"Ladies and gentlemen, we have a backup plan: to downplay our situation with another, even bigger news story."

"Then we will continue to push forward with the relevant bills," Boeing's CEO said.

"What bigger news?"

"For example, mass guns..."

"As you all know, there are many people in both the gun control and gun ownership groups, and this is already a very mature crisis management plan..."

"All right!"

"Execute this damn plan as soon as possible."

"It's just that the target audience is different, so the prices are different. It's cheaper for adults, and cheaper for students and others..."

"Make a big fuss about this, so that those damn media outlets and those damn guys will forget about Boeing..."

"Ok!"

Boeing's CEO nodded.

America has long had a well-developed plan for diverting public attention, and many people have benefited from such situations. For example, if a mass shooting occurs, some people worry about their safety, so what do they do? Of course, they buy, buy, buy!
In addition, a special investigation agency needs to be established. Will it require funding?
Politicians also have a stage to perform on, and they appear in the media frequently after every major event.

Li Song was also aware of the news in Hong Kong. Phoenix TV had reached a cooperative relationship with some Western media, and media outlets such as ABC also had offices in Hong Kong.

Li Song saw the reports in Western media, especially those that vilified Chinese people, and he was speechless.

That's how some Western media outlets operate; they've been consistently vilifying Chinese people because the country's strength has weakened.

Later, as the country became stronger, some media outlets still fabricated things to vilify the Chinese people.

Because these media outlets cannot change their stance; if they did, they would lose even the little market they had left.

Those who praise other countries also have a certain audience, but those who say that a country is powerful don't get any traffic.

Because the traffic has already been taken by some top streamers.

The same applies to the media on America's side; they all have their own audiences. If they rashly change their stance, their already meager viewership will be even lower.

"The objective has been achieved; now it depends on Boeing's resolve." What was Li Song's objective?
Of course, the goal is to put pressure on Boeing, forcing it to quickly spend money, with politicians proposing bills, the House of Representatives voting on them, and ideally, both the House and the Senate passing the bills.

The faster the progress, the greater the cost for Boeing.

However, Li Song felt it was unlikely, as those politicians in the US knew Boeing was in a hurry and probably all wanted to make a quick buck.

Li Song arrived at the Parkson Semiconductor Laboratory on Hong Kong Island. There were already more than fifty people there, most of whom were alumni of those who had come before him.

Not everyone from every school and every major can find a satisfactory job.

Although there are some people with ulterior motives at Baisheng Semiconductor Laboratory, the working environment here is indeed very good, and the boss only comes once every two weeks or every few months.

Although the salaries here are lower than those in Europe and America, the cost of living is lower. In addition, the cultural environment is better; Hong Kong Island is a small place to live, so it's very lively and crowded.

Unlike Ami, which is mostly rural outside the city, Hong Kong Island is also by the sea, offering a wide variety of entertainment options.

The two projects here are CAD software and 2G CDMA technology. The CAD software is showing some promise, but the 2G technology will require more time.

After leaving the Parkson Semiconductor Laboratory, Li Song went to Kwai Tsing to inspect the instant noodle factory and the cosmetics factory.

The instant noodle factory only hires locals from Hong Kong Island. It provides meals and accommodation. The general worker's salary is HK$1300, working eight hours a day, six days a week. Overtime is HK$15 per hour, and there is a full attendance bonus of HK$300.

Overtime work on Sundays will be paid at triple the normal rate.

The pay in cosmetics factories is similar, although technical staff receive slightly higher pay.

When Li Song arrived at the cosmetics factory, the laboratory and technical department were already at work, handling some of the core raw materials.

For example, Li Song provided the catalysts and dispersants used in the synthesis of certain cosmetics.

Li Song talked with the head of the technical department and learned that chemical reagents, especially catalysts, are basically monopolized by some foreign companies.

Different catalysts result in different yields.

Of course, chemical reagents are not only used in cosmetics, but also in pharmaceuticals, additives, and so on.

After careful consideration, Li Song discovered that the patented technologies he had brought out all involved a lot of catalysts.

Take an airplane as an example. It uses various plastic components, such as seats, ventilation ducts, cable sheaths, and sound insulation.

Each material's processing involves a unique formula.

For example, cables need to be flame-retardant and friction-resistant, as do the materials used in air conditioning ventilation ducts and the welding techniques for those ducts.

And the water pipes used in aircraft require antibacterial properties, wear resistance, heat insulation, etc.

"After returning to the mainland, I will establish a pharmaceutical factory." Li Song plans to produce blue tablets, but not just blue tablets, because Li Song remembered several non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, such as tadalafil.

This stuff is extremely profitable, and Li Song already has a complete plan.

There isn't much information available about this type of thing, including the synthesis process.

The synthesis processes of many chemical materials are kept secret. Even if you know the molecular formula of a material, different processes can lead to significant differences in the final product.

The advantage of original drugs lies in their synthesis process, and the lower side effects of original drugs are also due to the different synthesis methods.

The synthesis methods are different, the materials used, catalysts, dispersants, etc. are different, and the temperatures are also different.

Even if the purity is 99.8%, the side effects of the remaining 0.2% of the ingredients will be different.

After Li Song finished his inspection and returned home, Zhao Niangzi came in the evening. Zhao Niangzi would return to Hong Kong Island every Sunday.

She returned to Hong Kong Island from Shanghai this afternoon, but she will be spending the day with her child tomorrow.

"You're here?" Li Song looked at Zhao Niangzi, whose long, slightly wavy hair was draped over her shoulders. She was wearing a white dress with three-quarter sleeves. He stood up and reached out as if to hug her.

"Hmm." Zhao Niangzi was very pleased with Li Song's attitude. If Li Song hadn't moved at all, she would have felt like he was providing door-to-door service.

"I'm going to take a shower."

"I'll go with you..."

"Um……."

"That bitch!" Knowing that Zhao Niangzi was coming, Alin rushed over after get off work, but she was still too late. Looking at the clothes on the floor, Alin changed into her pajamas and went to the bathroom.

The next morning, Li Song got out of bed and set the air conditioner to a very low temperature so he wouldn't sweat while exercising.

"So early?" Zhao Niangzi asked, rubbing her eyes.

“Lucas is coming to visit today,” Li Song said. Lucas had arrived yesterday, but he had to promote his movie first; today, Sunday, was his personal business.

"Hmm? What about tonight?" Zhao Niangzi asked upon hearing this.

"You can come over tonight if you want." Li Song touched something soft before getting up.

"Really?" Zhao Niangzi still envied the box office success of Hollywood stars.

"Yes, let's get to know each other. If you want to make movies in Hollywood in the future, I can invest in you," Li Song said.

"Let's forget about it, Hollywood is too far away."

“I want to film in Hong Kong Island so it will be easier to take care of the children,” Zhao Niangzi added.

"of course can."

"I'll write you a script later."

"Me too!" Upon hearing this, Arlene quickly sat up, hugged Li Song from behind, and kept shaking her body.

"Good good."

"It all depends on your performance. You started this war." Li Song agreed as he turned over and hugged Arlene.

After finishing her morning exercise, Alin went back to sleep, while Zhao Niangzi, radiant with spring, went to see her child.

This time, Li Song met Lucas at his villa in Repulse Bay.

"Li, this place is so beautiful." Lucas's trip to Asia was mainly to promote his movie, and he would be going to the Little Red Book tomorrow.

"Thank you for the compliment."

"Li, you are so talented."

"I want to make a film about space mercenaries."

"But I also want to make a sequel to Jurassic Park."

"I also want to make the apocalyptic movie you mentioned."

“Li, you’re very famous in America, very famous. Also, I really like Pirates of the Caribbean, those fantasy novels, they’re amazing.” Lucas was very excited because Jurassic Park was a huge hit, and many people were extending offers to him.

“Thank you. I also think Pirates of the Caribbean is suitable to be made into a movie, but I think we should publish the novel first, then the comic book, and wait until more people understand the novel before making a movie?” Li Song and Lucas sat on the balcony, looking at the distant sea.

"So what do you think I should film now?" Lucas asked again.

“Lucas, I think your Jurassic Park could be linked with apocalyptic movies to create a unique post-apocalyptic world. The genetic engineering company in the Jurassic Park movies could be the cause of the zombie apocalypse…” Li Song said.

“Oh, that’s great, that’s a fantastic idea,” Lucas said upon hearing Li Song’s words.

“Li, I would like to invite you to be my screenwriter. I will give you 9% of the box office revenue,” Lucas said excitedly.

"Boss..." Just then, the bodyguard knocked and came in.

Li Song saw the things the bodyguard brought over and handed them to Lucas.

“Shit, those damn bastards, they always use these tricks to divert public attention.” Lucas looked at what Li Song handed him. It was a short message: two hours earlier, a shooting had occurred at a men’s bar in New York. The gunman was armed with a submachine gun, and the bar was quite crowded at the time.

(End of this chapter)