Rebirth of Hong Kong Island, leading the technology war

Chapter 608 A Silent Struggle and the Blonde Lady's Trust

"Wow, he's a real natural talent!" Aping exclaimed. "Look at his appearance, his demeanor... if he really wanted to act, he might actually become famous!"

Wang Qiuming smiled and nodded: "Of course! But I guess his mind isn't on that right now. I'll find another opportunity to persuade him and see if he's interested in debuting for fun."

In fact, Wang Qiuming was very confident that as long as he was willing to invest resources, he was fully capable of making Hu Jiangshan famous and carving out a niche for himself in the entertainment industry.

Compared to Hu Jiangshan, many of today's popular young actors don't have such distinctive or prominent characteristics.

The key is that Wang Qiuming has considerable influence in the industry. If he really decides to invest in Hu Jiangshan, making him a star is practically a piece of cake.

However, Wang Qiuming also knew that Hu Jiangshan was now a proper entrepreneur, and his focus was obviously on business. It was impossible for him to spend his whole life acting for the time being.

Unless he stops managing the company's day-to-day operations so much in the future, he might have the opportunity and leisure to dabble in the entertainment industry.

A few moments later, all the advertising shots were finally filmed.

The entire studio erupted in enthusiastic applause, both to celebrate the successful completion of the shoot and to reward the two outstanding models.

Wang Qiuming happily pulled Hu Jiangshan to the rest area to have some coffee.

"Mr. Hu, you're really good!" Wang Qiuming praised sincerely. "Your sense of the camera is absolutely amazing, relaxed and natural, definitely surpassing many professionally trained actors!"

Hu Jiangshan waved his hand modestly: "Director Wang, please don't praise me. I know my own limitations. You must have lowered your standards. My performance was really not as good as you described."

Wang Qiuming raised an eyebrow and deliberately put on a stern face: "Oh, so you say I have low standards? Well, I'm not happy about that! Go ask around in the industry, when have I, Wang Qiuming, ever lowered my standards? I'm notoriously demanding of my work, people call me the devil director and the tyrant on set, okay!"

"Oh..." Hu Jiangshan pretended to suddenly realize something, "So, Director Wang, you've been taking extra care of me and going easy on me?"

Wang Qiuming was so angry he laughed, rolling his eyes: "Boss Hu, you really have talent, don't take it lightly! If you ever decide one day that you want to have a cameo role in some drama to satisfy your craving, be sure to contact me first! I'll arrange it for you in no time, it will definitely be a brilliant role. I can't guarantee you'll become an overnight sensation, but I'm sure you'll give a remarkable performance that will leave a lasting impression!"

Hu Jiangshan smiled and said, "Alright! Director Wang, thank you for your kind words. If I really have that idea, I will definitely contact you first!"

Afterwards, Hu Jiangshan greeted Dilraba again and then hurriedly left the studio.

He needs to hurry to Tenglong Island in the next couple of days. He feels there are some important things there that he needs to handle personally, otherwise he won't feel at ease.

On the one hand, as soon as Huayao's payment arrives, the new facility on Tenglong Island, namely the large electromagnetic rail launcher, can be put into construction immediately.

That's a major project concerning future plans, and I have to oversee it personally to ensure it goes perfectly.

On the other hand, regarding Katherine Guise, there seems to be no new progress in the investigation into who was secretly monitoring him.

This matter was like a thorn in his side. If he didn't get to the bottom of it, Hu Jiangshan would feel uneasy and had a premonition that something big might happen.

He must prepare in advance, just in case.

The next day, Hong Kong Island, Victoria Harbour Apartments.

Hu Jiangshan got up and washed up, wondering whether he should go to Tenglong Island today.

To be honest, the trip to Guangzhou and Shenzhen, though not far, was quite tiring, and Hu Jiangshan still felt a bit exhausted.

Moreover, the payment from Huayao has not yet arrived.

How about we take another day to rest?
Just then, Hu Jiangshan's cell phone rang.

It was Kathryn Guise calling.

Hu Jiangshan answered the phone, and Catherine's distinctive accent came through the other end.

"Hey, Mr. Hu, are you in Hong Kong Island?"

"I'm here, Catherine. Did you miss me?"

Hu Jiangshan was just joking, but Catherine said, "Yes, Mr. Hu, I miss you very much. However, I have something important to tell you, but it's not convenient to say it over the phone. If you have time, could you come over?"

"Okay, I'll be there in a bit."

"Okay, I'll wait for you."

After hanging up the phone, Hu Jiangshan gave a wry smile. It seemed he wouldn't be able to rest today and had to go to Tenglong Island.

What Catherine couldn't say on the phone must be related to the bugging device they found last time.

It seems that Catherine must have found out something.

After eating something, Hu Jiangshan went to the Baisha Bay Yacht Club Marina and drove the Haima all the way to Tenglong Island.

An hour later, at Tenglong Island Resort.

In the office on the top floor of the main building, the sea breeze wafts in salty and fresh air through the slightly open windows, mingling with the aroma of premium black tea permeating the room.

Hu Jiangshan sat on the large sofa, watching Catherine Guise across from him skillfully brew the second infusion of Jin Jun Mei tea.

Her movements were elegant and precise, clearly the result of considerable practice, and not merely a superficial display of refinement.

Sunlight streamed through the huge floor-to-ceiling windows, casting a halo around her dazzling blonde hair, and her azure eyes appeared exceptionally deep when she was focused.

"I never expected your tea skills to be so exquisite, Catherine."

Hu Jiangshan sincerely praised the tea, picked up the bright orange-red teacup, took a sip, and the rich honey aroma immediately spread in his mouth.

The experience of sitting across from a Western beauty while enjoying tea in an Eastern-style leisurely atmosphere is quite wonderful.

Catherine smiled slightly, a charming curve forming at the corner of her mouth: "Compared to Mr. Hu's hidden talents, this is just a trivial interest of mine."

She abruptly changed the subject, a sharp glint flashing in her azure eyes: "However, rather than enjoying tea, I think we may have encountered a minor problem that needs to be addressed first."

Hu Jiangshan put down his teacup, his expression unchanged: "Oh? What trouble?"

Instead of answering directly, Catherine carefully took an item from a seemingly ordinary metal box beside her with tweezers and gently placed it on the coffee table in front of Hu Jiangshan.

The thing was about the size of a fingernail, similar to the one we found last time.

The outer shell is made of a semi-transparent composite material, through which you can vaguely see the intricate integrated circuits and a very small battery inside.

"This morning, my security team found this in a gap in the exterior wall decoration during a routine patrol."

Catherine said casually, "It's less than three meters as the crow flies from the window where we last met."

Hu Jiangshan picked up the little gadget again, and only then did he realize something was wrong.

"Their eavesdropping equipment has been upgraded again."

Compared to the bugging device discovered last time, this one is much more sophisticated. It should be specially made, and it would probably be very difficult to buy in most places.

Don't let the small battery size fool you; it has a long battery life, a stable signal, and some anti-interference capabilities. They've really gone all out.

The fact that they could get their hands on this stuff and successfully bypass the resort's security system to place it in the right location shows they're no ordinary henchmen.

"This is... the third generation of the Robin, with an effective listening range of fifteen meters and the ability to work continuously for more than four weeks."

Hu Jiangshan casually uttered the name of the bugging device.

"It seems we have uninvited guests, and they have quite an appetite, wanting to hear what we're talking about."

A hint of surprise flashed in Catherine's eyes. She hadn't expected that Hu Jiangshan would not only recognize her instantly but also be able to describe the details so professionally.

This further confirmed her inner suspicion.

The man in front of me is not as simple as he seems on the surface; he's just a lucky rich kid from Hong Kong.

She nodded and said, "That's right. I've already had the room checked, and no other equipment has been found yet. But this... is enough to explain the problem."

Hu Jiangshan leaned back slightly, his fingers tapping lightly on the armrest of the sofa.

His mind was racing.

Who is it? What is their purpose?
They were so persistent that they continued to cause trouble even after being discovered once.

They came for him?
Is it because of Catherine, or because of the potential collaboration between them?
The biggest suspects are naturally those wealthy families in Hong Kong who have always disliked him, especially the Li family.

They might be trying to find some dirt on him in this way.

For example, their close relationship with the Guise family might become an excuse for their attack.

Of course, other international forces cannot be ruled out, after all, the Gas family itself is at the center of the vortex.

Hu Jiangshan asked, "Do you have any leads?"

Catherine shook her head: "The placement is very tricky; it's in a blind spot for surveillance cameras."

The other party was very cautious and did not leave any obvious traces.

I've had Blake upgrade the security level throughout the resort, especially in the main building area, adding more sensors and increasing the frequency of random patrols.

The Blake she mentioned was her head bodyguard, a burly man who appeared taciturn but was actually very experienced.

Hu Jiangshan pondered for a moment and then said, "What do you think of this matter? Will it cause you and the Gas family unnecessary trouble?"

His first concern was Catherine's situation, since the bugging device was found on her territory.

Upon hearing this, Catherine's lips curled into a proud smile: "Mr. Hu, if the Gas family were afraid of such petty prying, they would not have been able to stand strong until now. My father often said that true strength does not lie in how well it is hidden, but in the fact that even if your opponent knows your hand, they still cannot defeat you. I just think that this kind of tactic is very low-level and unpleasant."

She paused, looked directly at Hu Jiangshan, and said in a serious tone, "I'm more worried about you, Mr. Hu. The fact that they chose to place a bug here likely means that they have already listed Tenglong Island, or rather you, as a key target. You are in the open, while they are in the dark. This is very unsafe."

At that moment, Blake, who was standing at the door, received a message through his invisible earpiece.

He stepped forward and reported to Catherine in a deep voice: "Miss, the perimeter team reports that no suspicious persons have been found loitering there, but according to the analysis, the person who placed the equipment needs to have a certain understanding of the resort's initial security layout."

Catherine nodded, signaling him to remain vigilant.

This detail made Hu Jiangshan realize that the security force around Catherine was far more professional and efficient than that of ordinary wealthy people.

"Thank you for your concern, Catherine."

Hu Jiangshan smiled. He knew that Catherine meant well, but he was absolutely confident that he could guarantee his safety.

He's a reincarnated person; it would be too shameful if he didn't have some abilities.

"If they think they can bring me down with such a small thing, they are underestimating me, Hu Jiangshan, and Tenglong Island."

Catherine looked at him and suddenly realized that this Eastern man was exceptionally handsome.

So handsome, charismatic, intelligent, and charismatic...

Is this the legendary "Four-Good Youth"?

"It seems Mr. Hu already has a plan?" Catherine asked curiously.

"There's no solution to speak of."

Hu Jiangshan picked up his teacup and took another sip: "But since the guests have come, we should do our best to be hospitable. If they want to hear something, let them hear what they want to hear. We might as well make up some false information and drive them crazy."

Catherine immediately understood his meaning, a glint of admiration flashing in her eyes: "To feign reality and to make reality appear as illusion? A very interesting strategy. Perhaps... we can cooperate and prepare a special surprise for this listener?"

“Catherine, you really know a lot about Chinese culture.”

"Excellent."

Hu Jiangshan found that dealing with intelligent people like Catherine was indeed worry-free and effortless.

"However, before preparing the surprise..."

Hu Jiangshan put down his teacup, pondered for a moment, and said, "However, we also need to clean up our internal system. I suspect that this is not just external infiltration, but may also involve the cooperation of an inside agent. Otherwise, it would be difficult for the other side to find the blind spots in the surveillance so accurately."

Catherine agreed: "Yes, I will have Blake cooperate with your island's security chief to conduct a more thorough internal screening. Whoever dares to play these tricks on my island will pay the price!"

Just as the two were discussing the details, Hu Jiangshan felt a strange feeling rise in his heart again.

Someone is watching this side.

Where?
Suddenly, out of the corner of his eye, Hu Jiangshan caught a glimpse of what appeared to be an ordinary sightseeing speedboat on the distant sea. Whether it was just his imagination or not, Hu Jiangshan felt that someone was pointing a telephoto lens at the main building.

And how exactly did that ship get in?
There shouldn't be any suspicious vessels in the restricted waters.

But he didn't make a fuss; he just kept it in mind.

It seems that the other side's surveillance may be even closer than expected.

This silent battle has only just begun.

Blake witnessed all of this.

He had followed Miss Guise for many years and had met countless young talents and business tycoons.
But it's rare to see a young person like Hu Jiangshan who can calmly analyze and even turn the direct threat of a bug into a scheme to exploit it.

Blake's opinion of this Hong Kong Island boss rose even higher.

(End of this chapter)