Rebirth of Hong Kong Island, leading the technology war

Chapter 528 The Resort Opens
"There's no doubt they're trying to avoid something," Porter said. "Maybe China's space launch regulations are too strict, and they don't meet the launch requirements. It might be better in Hong Kong, you know, that's how the Chinese do things—they'll do anything to achieve their goals."

Kelly shook her head: "That doesn't make sense either. If it doesn't meet the requirements, why launch it? Mr. Clarkson, are you aware of this?"

Clarkson said, "That's hard to say. I'm not a professional, but I'll find out soon enough by asking around."

"Do you think they'll tell the truth? I don't think so," Porter said.

Kelly said, "Okay, we're here to investigate environmental issues, not for rocket launch qualifications. That's not our area of ​​expertise."

Borte nodded: "That's right. We need to go back to the issue of environmental protection. Starry Sky Glory's unusual behavior may be because it fails to meet environmental protection standards."

Kelly paused, then asked, "You mean China doesn't allow this company to launch from its state-run space launch site because it doesn't meet certain environmental standards, so they chose the more lenient Hong Kong Island?"

“Kelly, you’re very smart. That’s what I think, and it’s very likely.”

Kelly nodded. Although the reason was a bit far-fetched, as an environmentalist, she should indeed think in that direction.

Clarkson glanced at the two people behind him and gave a meaningful smile.

The reason why environmental organizations like Blue Hope receive relatively obscure information is because it is leaked by Western intelligence agents.

In fact, the two have always been connected, and very closely so.

Intelligence agencies often use non-profit organizations to achieve many goals that are inconvenient to do through official channels.

In other words, these so-called non-profit organizations are a tool, or even a sharp knife.

The reason why the US government allowed Blue Hope to visit Star Glory is because Star Glory is going to launch a rocket at the Teng Lung Island Space Launch Site in Hong Kong.

The intelligence agencies of the United States have already taken action against the Tenglong Island space launch site, but they have failed miserably and were even outmaneuvered by the other side.

This time, the United States has learned its lesson and is preparing to use a roundabout tactic, investigating the Tenglong Island power generation and launch site through multiple channels.

First, investigate thoroughly before taking appropriate action.

On the one hand, the Gas Group and Meta Technology have already begun contacting the Tenglong Island Space Launch Site for technical cooperation, and have even signed a contract.

On the other hand, it is also necessary for third-party organizations to delve deeper into the space launch site and obtain more information.

For the intelligence agencies of the United States, the Tenglong Island Space Launch Site is already a very important target facility, and it is shrouded in mystery, so they must dig deep and investigate the launch site thoroughly.

As for how to deal with the Tenglong Island space launch site after the investigation is completed, that depends on how dangerous the facility is.

If the interests of the United States are threatened, the intelligence agencies will not hesitate to take drastic measures, and the military may be mobilized to destroy it by any means necessary.

As they were talking, the embassy-grade Mercedes-Benz arrived at the Starry Sky Glory headquarters.

Someone led them to a meeting room.

The headquarters of Starry Sky Glory is not particularly grand, after all, it is a startup company and the funds are used wisely.

However, the reception room was decorated in a very simple and comfortable style, and then coffee and drinks were served.

Fang Xiaoya and Liu Chao sat opposite them.

To be honest, Fang Xiaoya had little experience in receiving people like this, and was even reluctant to do it. She was a typical STEM woman who just wanted to focus on her research and overcome difficulties, and didn't care much about management.

Liu Chao was alright; he had a rather extroverted personality, so the responsibility of communicating with these people mainly fell on his shoulders.

Liu Chao asked, "Is there anything you gentlemen would like to ask? We will answer to the best of our ability."

Fang Xiaoya glanced at Liu Chao, looking somewhat dissatisfied with his attitude.

Liu Chao has been too humble; there's no need to indulge these guys.

However, Liu Chao had his own logic, so Fang Xiaoya remained silent and let him be.

Liu Chao speaks British English, and both he and Fang Xiaoya are very proficient in it, so there are almost no communication barriers.

"We'd like to know about your company's recent rocket launches," Porter said.

"The rocket launch situation, okay, what would you like to know?"

"We want to know when it will launch, where it will launch, the purpose of the launch, and the type of rocket."

Liu Chao and Fang Xiaoya exchanged a glance, their expressions slightly displeased.

This doesn't seem like they're here to conduct research; it looks like they're here to interrogate someone.

Liu Chao said, "This... doesn't seem to have anything to do with environmental protection, does it? Aren't you all from environmental organizations?"

Kelly replied, "Yes, we are from Blue Hope, a very professional environmental organization. We are very interested in the impact of rocket launches on the area surrounding the launch site, so understanding the rocket itself is an important part of the process."

Fang Xiaoya said, "The rocket engine does produce exhaust flames and gases when it starts, but we have complete test reports, and the country also has requirements in this regard, so there will be no problem."

As she spoke, Fang Xiaoya pushed a document she was holding over.

Kelly and Porter looked at it; it was just some test reports proving that the rocket engine's emissions were all within the normal range.

Polte nodded: "Very professional, you've done a good job, but why launch from the launch site on Hong Kong Island? It seems very strange to us. Can you explain?"

Fang Xiaoya said, "It's very simple, because we're willing."

"……what?"

Liu Chao quickly replied, "Because the launch site on Hong Kong Island is the most convenient. The state-owned launch sites on the mainland have too many launch missions and the schedule is too long. We can't wait."

"I see. We heard that the space launch site on Hong Kong Island is on an island, is that right?"

"Is that so? You've investigated very thoroughly."

"So we need to go to the launch site to conduct further investigation, is that alright?"

"Ah? This..."

Liu Chao glanced at Fang Xiaoya and said, "Then you need to contact the space launch site. It's not really our business."

"No, no, no, it has a lot to do with you. We need to use your qualifications to get in, it will be more convenient that way."

Liu Chao realized that their purpose in coming here was not to ask anything, but to enter the Tenglong Island Space Launch Site under the guise of Starry Sky Glory.

Liu Chao looked somewhat troubled: "We can't decide this either."

Kelly said, "Gentlemen, with so many employees, a few more shouldn't be a big deal, right?"

Liu Chao looked at Fang Xiaoya, who thought for a moment and said, "We need to contact the launch site and ask for their opinion."

Kelly looked at Clarkson, an embassy employee whose words carried more weight.

Clarkson said, "I hope you can give me a reply as soon as possible."

Liu Chao nodded immediately: "Understood, we will take care of it right away."

Fang Xiaoya also had no objection.

The group chatted about various random things before the meeting ended abruptly.

These foreign visitors finally left.

Liu Chao asked, "What exactly is this person trying to do? Something feels off about him."

Fang Xiaoya shook her head: "Who knows what they're thinking? Besides, these people are inherently strange."

"That's true. There aren't many normal people in environmental organizations. But shouldn't we contact Hong Kong Island to see if they can be allowed into the launch site?"

"Of course we need to contact them."

"Fang, I'll leave it to you. You're quite familiar with him. Do you think Boss Hu will agree?"

Fang Xiaoya was taken aback: "I'm not familiar with him at all, why do you say that?" "You're not familiar with him?"

"Not familiar at all, not even close."

Meanwhile, on Hong Kong Island, in Victoria Harbour.

Hu Jiangshan was watching TV in his apartment, looking rather lazy.

Hu Jiangshan had just returned from Singapore and hadn't fully recovered, so he hadn't moved around for the past two days. He hadn't visited Tenglong Island or General Island and planned to rest for a few more days before making any further plans.

Just then, a phone call came in.

Looking at the caller ID, it was Fang Xiaoya calling.

Hu Jiangshan answered the phone.

"Hey, Engineer Fang, it's been so long since I heard your voice, I've really missed it."

Fang Xiaoya didn't show any aversion to these words and said, "It hasn't been many days. We just spoke a few days ago. Has Boss Hu returned to Hong Kong Island yet?"

"I'm back. I came back the day before yesterday."

Fang Xiaoya said, "By the way, Mr. Hu, there's something I need to tell you. An environmental organization wants to use our company to gain access to the space launch site."

"Environmental organizations?"

"A non-profit international environmental organization?"

"Yes, that's the type of people they are. I suspect their motives aren't entirely pure, so if you don't allow it, we'll refuse them."

Hu Jiangshan thought for a moment and said, "It's not good for you to refuse them, it will also affect your development. I don't care, anyway, they can't find anything that easily."

"Mr. Hu, you mean we can let them in?"

"Yes, let them in."

"Then I'll have to trouble you, Mr. Hu."

"You're too kind. We're close partners, so there's no need to talk about trouble or not."

Hu Jiangshan chatted with Fang Xiaoya for a while longer before hanging up the phone.
Hu Jiangshan knew those so-called non-profit international organizations very well. They were particularly good at causing trouble, and many multinational companies were their victims, complaining bitterly, yet they really dared not offend them.

Offending companies like Starry Sky Glory can have a real impact, such as affecting cooperation with overseas companies, and even causing some domestic enterprises to have concerns.

These organizations wield considerable power; underestimating them will come at a price.

As for what those guys wanted to do at the Tenglong Island Space Launch Site, Hu Jiangshan was too lazy to guess.

there is always a solution to a problem.

Moreover, Hu Jiangshan has great confidence in the safety measures at the launch site; while they may not be impregnable, they are certainly extremely secure.

It's certainly possible for these so-called environmental organizations to find fault, but it's likely to point out some minor, insignificant issues.

Just then, the phone rang again.

Hmm? Could it be Fang Xiaoya calling again?
Is there anything else you want to say?
When Hu Jiangshan looked at the caller ID, he saw that it wasn't Fang Xiaoya calling, but his mother Yuan Caihua.

Hu Jiangshan answered the phone, and Yuan Caihua's energetic voice came from the other end.

"Hey, Ah Shan, are you on Hong Kong Island?"

"Yes, I'm back. Mom, what's wrong?"

"Ah Shan, let me tell you, can the resort arrange a few rooms right now?"

"Resort? What resort?"

Yuan Caihua laughed: "Oh, Ah Shan, are you playing hide-and-seek with me again?"

"No."

Hu Jiangshan suddenly realized something and asked, "Mom, you're not talking about the resort on Tenglong Island, are you?"

"Yes, it's that resort on Tenglong Island, the one with the old-fashioned style. They've even put up ads for it now, don't tell me you don't know it."

Hu Jiangshan was startled: "Huh? The advertisement is already out? Where is it?"

"You really don't know?"

"Do you really not know? I swear, I'd be a fool to lie to you."

"Ha, you're my son, how can you be my grandson? By the way, when are you going to give me a grandson? Let me know!"

"No, no, Mom, I mean I really don't know."

"Okay, I'll send it to you in a bit, you'll see at a glance."

After hanging up the phone, Hu Jiangshan quickly received a website link from Yuan Caihua. Hu Jiangshan opened it on his tablet and was shocked.

The page was indeed an advertisement for Tenglong Island Resort. Clicking on the advertisement led to a website, which was the official website and already had a booking function.

I never expected Katherine Guise to act so quickly. It's only been a few days since the New Year, and she's already got all this done. Moreover, it clearly shows that in another week, we can enter the trial operation phase.

Catherine, you're really something, that's incredibly efficient.

At this moment, Yuan Caihua sent another message.

"Ah Shan, arrange a few guest rooms for me, and then send me a message back."

Hu Jiangshan replied, "No problem, I'll arrange it right away."

"okay."

Yuan Caihua seemed very happy, it seems she had made plans with her good friends.

The resort can start trial operation next week, which means there's already an operations team in place.
Hu Jiangshan actually wanted to go and see it.

Hu Jiangshan opened Weibo and was surprised to find that "Tenglong Island Ancient Style Resort" was trending.

[The ancient-style town where "Running Man" was filmed is now open for booking!]

It's amazing that it trended on social media so quickly. It seems this reality show really boosted the place's popularity; even after so much time has passed, it's still so popular.

Hu Jiangshan clicked on it and saw that it contained not only a brief introduction and photos of the resort, but also the booking address and method.

The price has also been revealed, and it can only be described in one word—expensive.

The price for one night exceeded 10,000 Chinese Yuan.

Moreover, this price is discounted; the full price is actually more expensive.

Netizens exclaimed in surprise at the extravagance in the comments.

"My God, this is so expensive! Only rich people can afford to live here!"

"Yeah, ten thousand yuan, even with a discount, who would want to stay there?"

"Don't underestimate rich people; there are definitely quite a few people who would go to experience this at this price."

"Yes, there are plenty of rich people, and someone will pay for it."

"I've already made a reservation and I'm going to stay here for one night. If I have a good experience, I'll book a few more nights."

"Wow, Rich Guy is here!"

(End of this chapter)