Hong Kong Movies: You Hongxingzi, what the hell is the charity king?

Chapter 742 "741" Guan Zu VS Wan Shui Ye, a fateful encounter! Ding Hu is in love? The news spreads instantly throughout the entire Five Star Group's top management.
P.S.: The Tax Lord—currently the No. 1 tax evader in the US, the madman.

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12 Repulse Bay Road.

Mr. Zheng's luxury villa.

The midday sun shone down without reservation on Zheng Daheng's spacious villa with its white walls and red roof.

The living room inside the villa,

At this moment, Mr. Taxation was dressed in his usual sharp suit. Although he was now at his wit's end and had a debt of 40 billion US dollars, he still maintained his demeanor as a madman.

He sat on a soft leather sofa, exuding confidence, waving his hands in the air as he spoke eloquently about the Riverside South project in Manhattan, New York.

“Mr. Zheng, Manhattan is the heart of global finance! The Riverside South project is located on the West Side of Manhattan, which is simply the most dazzling jewel in the crown!”

“I have a 77-acre (approximately 31 square meters) wasteland there.”

(The image shows roughly one of the areas within the region marked by the red line.)
“I plan to build an unprecedented integrated community there, with top-of-the-line luxury apartments overlooking the entire Hudson River, allowing residents to wake up to stunning views every morning.”

"The accompanying commercial center will gather top global brands, offering everything from fashion and luxury goods to high-end dining. It will become a coveted residential area for the world's wealthy, causing property prices to skyrocket and yielding unimaginable returns!"

In short, blow hard!

Blow it all up!

At this moment, the tax collector only wanted to attract a huge investment in Hong Kong!

His economic empire began to collapse in 1991 when the Atlantic City Taj Mahal Casino Hotel, owned by the tax lord, declared bankruptcy due to a massive debt of $8.96 million.

That's right,

Casinos can go bankrupt!

This story moved the gambler to tears!

However, misfortune continued to plague this madman. As the US economy slumped and the real estate market plummeted, the tax tycoon was keen on "high leverage + high bets," which led the entire group to quickly fall into a debt quagmire.

In 1992, the Plaza Hotel and the Castle Hotel also fell into financial crisis. His yacht "Princess Taxe," which he had mortgaged to the bank, was forced to be auctioned off at a low price, becoming another landmark event in the collapse of his business empire.

By 1995, the tax collector's personal debt had soared to nearly $10 billion, and his credit rating had been downgraded to junk status.

The once high-and-mighty real estate tycoon had to humbly negotiate debt restructuring with 150 banks.

However, those banks dared not lend him money, fearing they wouldn't be able to plug this huge hole.

The United States is unwilling to lend money.

Having no other option, the tax collector had to go abroad to seek "foreign assistance".

So he set his sights on the Pearl of the Orient—Hong Kong.

In the 90s, Hong Kong was the most sought-after capital center in all of Asia, renowned as one of the Four Asian Tigers.

then,

Tax Lord Wan has arrived on Hong Kong Island.

The first person they contacted was Mr. Zheng.

That's right, he knows Young Master Zheng.

Then the eldest son of the Zheng family reported it to his father, Zheng Daheng.

Now, the tax collector started rambling on to Zheng Daheng.

Zheng Daheng sat quietly opposite him, his face amiable, but as an old fox, he would not easily reveal his true thoughts.

Throughout the entire process, he simply picked up the teacup on the table, slowly blew on it to cool it down, took a small sip, and listened to the description of the tax collector at a leisurely pace, without uttering a single word.

in fact,

He had already seen the potential of this project.

The heart of Manhattan!
This is definitely a project that will make you money!
Therefore, the key is how much advantage we can gain from this penniless tycoon.

Therefore, he had to maintain a certain air.

Zheng Daheng's goddaughter sat to the side, dressed in a fitted business suit.

If Zheng Daheng is the one who remains completely silent...
So his goddaughter is the lubricant.

After speaking for a while, seeing that Zheng Daheng remained silent, the tax collector raised his voice and emphasized his point:
"Mr. Zheng, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity! With your capital and my prime land, if we join forces, we're sure to make a fortune on this project!"

Zheng Daheng put down his teacup and finally spoke:
"Mr. Donald, your project is so good, why don't you Americans invest? Why do you come to Hong Kong to invest instead?"

The tax collector started bragging: "Because I prefer dealing with Asians. Asians are my friends. I like your qualities, unlike us Americans, who are all obsessed with money."

Zheng Daheng: "…………"

Goddaughter: "…………"

Young Master Zheng: "…………"

Look at us, don't we look like little kids?
However, it must be said that Mr. Wan Shui is indeed good at deceiving people.

In his previous life, after taking over the consortium of Zheng Daheng, Qiu (Malaysia), and Luo, this guy officially began the construction of a high-end residential area. (Tax Master Wan acquired a 30% stake.)
The development was completed between 1995 and 2005, coinciding with the recovery of the US housing market. In 2005, it was sold as a whole for $17.6 billion, setting a record for the highest residential transaction in New York.

Logically, this should have been a happy ending for everyone.

However, the tax collector later reneged on his promise and sued the two men in court a month later.

Instead of accepting his rightful share of the profits, the tax collector filed a lawsuit accusing the two of "gross breach of fiduciary duty" and demanding $10 billion in damages.

The lawsuit over "Riverside South" lasted at least four years, and the judge ultimately ruled against Mr. Wan, the tax collector.

After the "Tax King" was elected president in 2016, this past event was brought up by the media.

On the day he announced his candidacy, the "Tax King" said in his speech, "China has always been my defeated foe!"

“I own a large stake in the Bank of America building at 1290 Avenue of the Americas, which I seized from the Chinese during a major war and is very valuable.”

However, the tax official's attitude later changed, and he responded to reporters:

"If you meet Mr. Luo or Mr. Zheng, please tell them that I think they are both very good people."

"Please let them know that I have great respect for them."

This is a typical case of madness.

……

in the living room,
Faced with the tax lord's constant boasting, Zheng Daheng remained lukewarm in his response.

“Mr. Donald, investment is never a trivial matter. I need some time to send my team to the United States for in-depth investigation.”

Tax Master Wan paused slightly, a fleeting hint of disappointment crossing his face, but he quickly regained his enthusiasm and said...

"Mr. Zheng's caution demonstrates your shrewdness and experience in the business world. I believe that once you gain a deeper understanding of the 'Riverside South' project, you will be convinced of its potential!"

quickly,

Zheng Daheng saw Wan Shuiye off and had his driver take him to the hotel.

quickly,

The driver dropped Mr. Wan off at the Shangri-La Hotel in Central and then left.

The tax collector stood by the street, glanced at the hotels, and looked embarrassed.

He's broke right now, only brought $2 with him, so he needs to be careful with his money. (ps: true story)
At last,
He gritted his teeth and went into the hotel, booking an executive suite.

He knew that clothes make the man, and he couldn't let others see his predicament, otherwise he would be put in a passive position.

……

……

On Zheng Daheng's side,
After the tax collector left, the three of them began to discuss.

Goddaughter: "Godfather, I think his project is pretty good. Should we invest in it?"

As Zheng Daheng's goddaughter, her abilities are beyond doubt. She is adept at social interaction, shrewd and charming, with high emotional and intellectual intelligence.

"Dad, I also think this project is good." Although Young Master Zheng was a bit of a simpleton, he could tell with his own eyes that this project was indeed a good one.

Just think about that place—it's Manhattan, one of the heart of New York City!
Make money while lying down!

Zheng Daheng nodded: "This can indeed make money, but preliminary investigation is essential."

"Moreover, I have always had the idea of ​​investing in the United States, and this may be a springboard."

"My only worry is..."

Zheng Daheng hesitated for a moment.

The goddaughter immediately understood: "Godfather is worried that this American is untrustworthy and there's a risk involved?"

Zheng Daheng nodded: "That's right. Besides being afraid that he won't keep his word, we're also worried about the unfriendly attitude of New York towards foreign capital."

Young Master Zheng: "That's simple, we can bring others along... for example, Guan Zu of the Five Star Group."

Zheng Daheng sighed upon hearing the name.

He used to have a good relationship with Guan Zu and had benefited from him many times, but he did something stupid during the real estate common area reform, and Guan Zu gradually distanced himself from him.

Looking back now, I feel incredibly stupid! My goddaughter also advised, "Since there's a misunderstanding, we should involve Mr. Guan even more; that way, we can show our sincerity."

Zheng Daheng: "I'm afraid I won't be able to take the initiative then."

Goddaughter: "Let's get the ticket to invest in real estate in New York first, and even if we lose money, we can consider it a loss to avoid disaster."

Hear this,

Zheng Daheng: "Okay!"

That's absolutely right. Last time, greed brought disaster upon us, and this time, we're paying money to avert it. It makes perfect sense!

……

……

A new day,
Early in the morning,

Ding Hu originally wanted to go to the rice noodle roll shop for breakfast, but after thinking about it, he bought some bread and milk tea and waited at the bottom of the stairs of Guanzu Building.

He held the bread but didn't eat it; he just waited there.

quickly,

Familiar footsteps came from upstairs.

Ding Hu quickly peeled open the plastic bag and began to eat the bread.

"Yo~~~"

A familiar sound came from the stairs.

"Another single person eating breakfast alone~~~"

Ding Hu smirked, "Hehehe~~~"
Then his expression turned miserable: "Brother Zu, I don't want to eat breakfast either. Hurry up and find me a girlfriend. You said you'd arrange it."

Brother Zu waved his hand: "Amei has already found some for you. You've met several, but you just didn't like any of them."

Ding Hu chuckled: "Brother Zu, I met one yesterday, and I really like her. Why don't you ask Sister Mei to introduce me to her?"

"Um???"

Guan Zu and Ah Xing, who were standing next to him, immediately perked up!

"Xisuo!"

Where? Who?

His eyes were shining.

Ding Hu chuckled and scratched his head: "I met him yesterday, but I don't know how he feels about me."

Ah Xing couldn't wait any longer: "Just tell me who it is!"

Ding Hu chuckled and continued scratching his head, looking a little embarrassed: "Inspector Hu from Wan Chai Police Station."

Wan Chai Police Station?

Kwan Cho clapped his hands: "That's easy, Ah Chun's wife Ying Zi works at the Wan Chai Police Station, let her introduce us!"

Without saying a word, Guan Zu picked up the phone and called Gao Jin: "Jin, I have some news for you..."

Gao Jin: "…………"

Damn memories, they've started attacking him.

but……

What does it mean when my body starts to get excited?

Gao Jin exclaimed excitedly, "Brother Zu, tell us!"

Even his cold face couldn't hold back anymore.

Kwan Cho: "There's a female Inspector Hu in the Wan Chai Police Station's Major Crimes Unit. Ah Hu says he really likes her. Have Ying Zi go and ask her, and arrange for the two of them to come on a blind date!"

Upon hearing this, Gao Jin laughed heartily: "Okay, I'll call Azi right away."

After hanging up the phone.

Gao Jin quickly called Wei Yingzi.

……

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Wan Chai Police Station, Traffic Department, Senior Inspector's Office.

Wei Yingzi is handling work.
"Ling ring ring~~~"

"Honey~~ What? You want me to introduce someone? Okay, okay~~~ Who is it? Tiger Bro? Hahaha~~~~"

Wei Yingzi also became excited.

Wei Yingzi: "Who has he fallen for?"

Gao Jin: "Do you know Inspector Hu from the Major Crimes Unit?"

Wei Yingzi: "Oh, I know her. She was just transferred from the 'Overlord Flower' last week."

Gao Jin: "How does he look?"

Wei Yingzi rolled her eyes: "If I weren't pretty, would you men even want me?"

Gao Jin quickly replied, "This shows that in my heart, my wife is the most beautiful."

Wei Yingzi: "…………"

Sweet words came unexpectedly.

Hehehehe~~~
I smiled happily.

Gao Jin: "Then I'll trouble my wife. Tiger is a nice guy, could you help me introduce him?"

Wei Yingzi chuckled: "Don't worry, I've got it covered!"

Wei Yingzi was quite excited about being a matchmaker, hehehehe~~~
It was noon soon.

While eating in the police station canteen, Wei Yingzi glanced around and spotted Inspector Hu having lunch with a female colleague from the Major Crimes Unit's logistics department.

Inspector Hu is very beautiful, but she comes from a background as a tough, domineering woman, and she exudes an air of authority and heroism. Even if the single male officers in the Major Crimes Unit are attracted to her, they don't dare to pursue a relationship with her.

As a result, she was surrounded only by female colleagues.

Wei Yingzi took the plate and came to Hu Huizhong's table.

"Sister Zi~~"

"Sister Zi~~~"

Wei Yingzi greeted everyone and then sat down.

"Inspector Hu~~"

"I am Wei Yingzi from the Ministry of Transport."

Upon hearing this, Hu Huizhong immediately recognized who was in front of her, because Wei Yingzi was very famous in the Wan Chai Police Station. She had a handsome, cold, and domineering husband, and was the envy of many policewomen.

"Hello, Ms. Wei."

The two started chatting.

Soon, Sister Hu and Azi started calling each other by their names.

Wei Yingzi subtly inquired about Hu Huizhong's situation and discovered that she was single and 30 years old.

Many men wanted to pursue her, but her unique qualities made many of them hesitate.

So she is still single.

After eating,
Wei Yingzi led Hu Huizhong to the police station garden: "I wonder if Sister Hu has any thoughts about marriage? I have someone in mind. After seeing you yesterday, he couldn't eat or sleep..."

Hu Huizhong: "Huh?"

……

……

at this time,

The news that Ding Hu has fallen for a policewoman has spread throughout the top management of the Five Star Group!

Gao Jin: "I have some news for you, but don't tell anyone..."

Fly: "Tiger is in a relationship?"

Xu Zhengyang: "Who is it?"

Gong Wei: "A female police officer from the Wan Chai Police Station~"

Everyone: "Wow~~~~"

(End of this chapter)