Rebirth of the Hong Kong Millennium Conglomerate

Chapter 62 Preparing Asset Reports

At this moment, a name was repeatedly swirling in Zhang Zeyang's mind—Mailisi.

In Zhang Zeyang's view, if we talk about the talent for governing the country and benefiting the people, and the vision to judge the situation, he can be called the Zhuge Liang of the modern era.

Such a capable and compassionate person would never easily choose a master to serve, much less submit to a mediocre person.

When talking about Mailis, one cannot avoid mentioning one person—Li Bancheng.

Zhang Zeyang was almost certain that Li Bancheng's connection with Mai Lisi predated the world's knowledge by a considerable margin.

Perhaps they already knew each other in the 1970s, or even earlier.

In his early days, Li Bancheng was just beginning to make a name for himself in Hong Kong's business world.

Given Li Bancheng's fondness for talent, he certainly wouldn't let this opportunity to recruit him slip by.

Zhang Zeyang was almost certain that Li Bancheng had already extended an olive branch to Mai Lisi.

But Maris remained unmoved.

Why is this?

The answer was obvious all along.

At that time, Li Bancheng was already considered a rising star in Hong Kong's business world, but in the eyes of Michael Li, he had not yet reached the level that was worthy of his respect.

Maris was extremely ambitious. He wanted to follow not just a budding businessman, but a leader who could stir up the winds and create an era.

He was observing, waiting, and scrutinizing whether Li Bancheng could truly stand at the forefront of the times.

Until a new chapter in Hong Kong's business history was turned, Li Jiancheng's Cheung Kong Holdings, once an obscure little company, successfully went public and made inroads in the capital market, growing stronger and stronger. More importantly, Cheung Kong Holdings gained the favor and recognition of HSBC's chairman, Sir Michael Sandberg.

Who is Shen Bi?

He was a titan in Hong Kong's financial world. The fact that Cheung Kong Holdings caught his eye was proof enough that its strength and potential had reached a level that was difficult for others to achieve.

Even so, McLeish remained inactive.

Until 1978!

That year, Li Bancheng set his sights on Wharf Holdings, launching a commercial attack that shook Hong Kong.

Although, that battle ultimately ended in defeat.

However, this defeat did not diminish Li Bancheng's spirit. Instead, he quickly adjusted his strategy and set his sights on the much larger Hutchison Whampoa.

When Li Bancheng was gearing up to acquire Hutchison Whampoa, MacLehose, who had been an observer for many years, finally agreed to join Cheung Kong Holdings.

This is enough to illustrate two things: First, Mai Lisi accurately judged Li Bancheng's true value and potential;

Secondly, McLeish has its own bottom line and principles, and will never easily submit to those small companies with shallow foundations and little potential.

What he wanted was a stage where he could put all his knowledge and skills to use.

Li Bancheng undoubtedly possesses a courage that is difficult for others to match.

Zhang Zeyang also knew that racial barriers and prejudices had never disappeared in the Hong Kong business community, or even in the business circles of Southeast Asia, during this era.

Many Chinese businessmen would rather employ their own people, even if those people are mediocre, than hand over core power to a white person.

They were wary, they were suspicious, they hesitated.

But Li Bancheng refused.

He has the courage to recruit talents without being bound by convention.

He dared to use MacLehose and entrust him with many important tasks of Cheung Kong Holdings. This trust and courage successfully impressed MacLehose.

Thinking of this, Zhang Zeyang's gaze became even more determined.

What he had to do was go to Singapore in person to meet this legendary figure.

But he also knew that Maris was not someone who could be easily persuaded.

Empty promises carry no weight in the eyes of this wise man.

To get Michael to agree and to bring this top-notch advisor into the Qian Gu Group, he must show enough sincerity and, more importantly, demonstrate enough strength to impress Michael.

"Knock knock knock—"

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There was a gentle knock on the office door, and Lin Wei, Lin Huimin's newly appointed temporary secretary, spoke from outside: "Sir, you wanted to see me?"

"Come in," Zhang Zeyang said in a deep voice.

Lin Wei pushed open the door and entered, standing respectfully in front of the desk: "Mr. Zhang, what are your instructions?"

"You should immediately call the heads of the three subsidiaries: Qiangu Securities, Qiangu Bank, and Qiangu Media."

I asked them to compile all their company's asset reports and development plan reports and send them to me as quickly as possible.

In addition, we need to add a detailed statement of the bank's own funds, as well as the latest market value assessment report.

Upon hearing this, Lin Hui immediately took out her notebook and quickly jotted down Zhang Zeyang's requirements, nodding as she did so: "Okay, I'll arrange it right away. What level of detail should this report reach?"

"The more detailed the better. The market value report of Qian Gu Bank must be supported by authoritative third-party assessment data, and there can be no ambiguity."

"Understood." Lin Wei wrote down the requirements one by one, then asked, "Then—are there any time requirements?"

"Two days." Zhang Zeyang looked up. "I'm only giving them two days. After two days, I want to see three complete, detailed reports without any flaws."

Lin Wei was slightly startled. To organize so much precise data and reports in just two days was quite a workload.

But she didn't dare say more, only replying, "Okay, Mr. Zhang, I'll convey your instructions right away and make sure the three companies complete the work on time."

"Go ahead," Zhang Zeyang waved his hand.

Lin Wei turned and left, and the office returned to silence.

Time flies by in the midst of a hectic schedule.

On the first day, almost all employees of the three subsidiaries worked overtime. People from the finance department, planning department, and marketing department gathered together to check data and write reports.

The following evening, as the last rays of sunlight faded from the horizon, three thick reports were delivered to Zhang Zeyang at the Repulse Bay Villa.

Zhang Zeyang personally took the three reports, and then went to his study alone to read and review them.

Two hours later, Zhang Zeyang rubbed his slightly sore eyes, neatly stacked the three reports together, and let out a soft sigh of relief.

no problem.

This answer sheet is detailed enough.

After seeing that the report was in order, Zhang Zeyang went downstairs and said to Li Fu, "Book me the earliest flight to Singapore. Business class, the sooner the better."

Upon hearing this, Li Fu immediately replied, "Yes, sir, I'll arrange it right away!"

The next day, as soon as it was light, Zhang Zeyang, along with his security personnel, boarded a flight to Singapore.

As the plane landed smoothly at Singapore Changi Airport, a humid breeze carrying the fresh scent of grass and trees greeted us.

The group drove through the streets of this garden city and finally stopped in front of an impressive office building.

This is where Tiger Balm is located, and where Mireille now works.

Zhang Zeyang did not barge in rashly. Instead, he had his entourage prepare an invitation and deliver it to the front desk of Tiger Leopard Company.

The invitation stated that he had come all the way from Hong Kong and earnestly requested that Mrs. MacLehose grace him with her presence at the nearby hotel for a meeting.

At this moment, Milis was buried in his work at his desk, reviewing thick stacks of documents.

The secretary gently knocked on the door and handed him the invitation from Hong Kong.

He picked up the invitation, his slender fingers tracing the gold-embossed lettering, his brows furrowing slightly, a hint of barely perceptible doubt flashing in his eyes.

He had been deeply involved in the Singaporean business community for many years, and his associates were mostly familiar faces from the local area or Southeast Asia. Although he occasionally had business dealings with people in Hong Kong, he had never heard of the name "Zhang Zeyang".

Who would travel all the way from Hong Kong to specifically meet with him, the general manager of Tiger Balm Company?

Mailis put down the invitation, tapped her fingertips lightly on the table, and pondered for a moment.

He has never been one to be complacent or stuck in his ways; in the business world, opportunities often come unexpectedly.

Since the other party has come all this way with such great importance, it would seem arrogant of me to refuse to see them.

"Well then," he muttered to himself, picking up his suit jacket from the back of the chair. "I've got nothing to do after get off work anyway, might as well go and meet this guest who's come from afar."

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