Chapter 161 Changing houses, seeing Victoria Harbor at a glance
Hu Jiangshan said this not to threaten Bill Gass and ask him to sell Tenglong Island at a low price, but just to make him recognize the reality.
Zhou Ling must know very well that it is very difficult to sell this Tenglong Island.
Not many people watched it, and even fewer were really interested.
As Hu Jiangshan said, the conditions of this island are indeed so poor that it seems to have no development value.
Of course, Gass is a big shot. As one of the top figures on the world's richest list, he doesn't care too much whether it's 10 million or 30 million U.S. dollars.
For the world's top wealthy people, this money is simply a drop in the bucket, not worth mentioning. The money they make every day while lying down may be several times as much.
But holding an asset like an island is a lot of trouble. First of all, you have to pay taxes, and you may also need to deal with various security inspections in the country where it is located.
Here on Hong Kong Island, Gass has no privileges, let alone avoiding taxes.
Therefore, a shrewd person like Bill Gass cannot hold an island in his hands for a long time without using it very much.
Moreover, Hu Jiangshan did not say that he would buy Tenglong Island for only 10 million U.S. dollars. This was just a negotiation strategy.
This is buying an island, not buying cabbage at the market.
There is also a process of bargaining and mutual gaming between the two parties.
Hu Jiangshan said: "That's it, I'll wait for your news."
Zhou Ling looked hesitant and said, "Then please wait a moment, Mr. Hu."
"Um?"
"I'm going to call our boss."
Hu Jiangshan was stunned and looked at the sunshine outside: "Now? It should still be early morning on the other side of the ocean, right?"
Zhou Ling said with a smile: "Our boss is not on the other side of the ocean now, he is on vacation in Southeast Asia."
Hu Jiangshan realized it.
The life of the top rich is so boring and uninteresting, and the whole Blue Star can go anywhere.
Play here for a while, play there for a few days, stay in a place that feels good for a month, and then move to another place to continue staying. Anyway, the main thing is to play.
Especially Bill Gates, now that he has nothing to do and does not work in any company, he can enjoy life even more.
"Okay, then please contact Mr. Gass and ask him what he means.
Zhou Ling took out her cell phone, walked aside, and made a call.
Hu Jiangshan was drinking coffee leisurely and looking at the street scene outside.
Whether you can buy Tenglong Island actually has little impact. Hu Jiangshan has a Buddhist attitude.
It's better if you can buy it. If you really can't reach an agreement with Bill Gass, it doesn't matter. Just think of other ways.
Zhou Ling's side was clearly connected to the phone and she was communicating in British.
After a while, Zhou Ling came back.
Hu Jiangshan looked at Zhou Ling, waiting for her to speak.
Zhou Ling said: "Mr. Hu, our boss means 20 million US dollars. It cannot be lower. If it is lower, he will not sell it and use it as a racecourse for his granddaughter."
Good guy, the life of rich people is so willful.
It would be too luxurious to use such a big island as a racecourse.
However, Hu Jiangshan can also understand that 10 million U.S. dollars is indeed too little, and Bill Gass will never sell it.
20 million...
Hu Jiangshan thought about it and said, "Okay, deal."
Zhou Ling was stunned, obviously she didn't expect Hu Jiangshan to make a decision so quickly.
"Mr. Hu, do you really agree?"
"Agreed. Since Mr. Gass has made such a huge concession, I'm embarrassed to push the envelope any further. 20 million, then let's get 20 million!"
Zhou Ling beamed with joy, feeling very lucky today!
It is really not easy to meet such a happy buyer.
"Okay, Mr. Hu, then we can initial an agreement. I will hand over the formal transfer agreement to you in two days. If there is no problem, we can sign it and then hand it over."
Hu Jiangshan nodded and agreed.
The two quickly signed the agreement.
There's actually nothing much to say about the content of the agreement. It's just a transfer agreement for the right to use outlying islands.
Although the entry is very simple, it can be seen that Zhou Ling is very professional.
No wonder Zhou Ling can become Bill Gass' agent.
Zhou Ling added: "By the way, Mr. Hu, Mr. Gass may meet with you then. Is that okay?"
Hu Jiangshan smiled slightly: "Of course there is no problem. Buyers and sellers meet, that's not normal!"
"Okay, let's work together happily."
Hu Jiangshan and Zhou Ling shook hands.
The two chatted for a few words, and then Zhou Ling left.
Hu Jiangshan looked at the initialed contract in his hand again and was about to raise money again.
20 million U.S. dollars is now nearly 200 million Hong Kong dollars. This is not a small amount of money.
At this moment, Hu Jiangshan's cell phone rang.
[Caller ID: Wang Chengdong]
Hu Jiangshan quickly answered the phone.
"Hey, Brother Hu, are you busy?"
"It's okay, Mr. Wang, do you want to remind me of the order again?"
Wang Chengdong laughed: "Hey! Isn't it normal to push for orders? Brother Hu, you don't know, we are very busy here and already exhausted."
"Mr. Wang, why do I think you are in Versailles?"
"What is Versailles?"
"...It's nothing. I mean, are you soft on the P30 order?"
"That's true, but it's not a good thing. The orders are growing too fast, they are piling up, and the delivery time has been delayed again and again. Customer dissatisfaction is getting higher and higher. Brother Hu, I'll tell you the truth. He said that the company’s customer service has become a high-risk profession, and people are scolded and cried every day.”
Hu Jiangshan smiled: "I saw it on the Internet, and it was so full of resentment!"
Wang Chengdong changed the subject: "So, brother Hu, when will the next batch of goods be delivered?"
Hu Jiangshan had long expected that Wang Chengdong would ask this question, and said: "Mr. Wang, the day after tomorrow, we should be able to collect 700,000 chips the day after tomorrow and send them out at once."
Wang Chengdong was obviously very excited when he heard this.
"Seven hundred thousand, great! Brother Hu, your efficiency is good. Thank you so much. It has relieved us a lot of pressure."
Hu Jiangshan said: "By the way, Mr. Wang, I want to ask you a favor."
"What's going on? Who among us is following whom? Let's talk quickly. As long as I can do it, brother, I will definitely do it for you!"
"Mr. Wang, can you make a payment first? I'm in a hurry for money now."
"Oh, I thought something was going on. Don't worry, I'll have the finance department transfer the money to you in a moment."
Hu Jiangshan thanked him.
Wang Chengdong asked: "By the way, Brother Hu, I heard that you are going to negotiate with Huaxin Technology?"
Hu Jiangshan was stunned: "Mr. Wang, you have also heard about this. It spread quickly enough!"
"Hi! After all, we are all in the same circle. We also cooperate with Huaxin International. If there is any big event, I will definitely know."
Hu Jiangshan said: "We are indeed preparing to talk, but it is hard to say whether we can negotiate cooperation."
Wang Chengdong smiled and said: "As long as you have what they need, it is impossible to negotiate cooperation." Hu Jiangshan smiled and didn't care much about it.
To be honest, Hu Jiangshan didn't intend to make any money by selling photoresist and other chemicals to Huaxin International. He basically just wanted to help.
Of course, Huaxin International will definitely not treat Hu Jiangshan badly.
Hu Jiangshan talked to Wang Chengdong some more, then said goodbye and hung up the phone.
Hu Jiangshan finished a cup of coffee leisurely and was about to leave his phone when a notification tone rang.
Hu Jiangshan's heart moved and he quickly looked at the screen.
Sure enough, I received a text message.
[Hong Kong Island Bank: Dear customer, your personal account has received a remittance in the amount of HK$430 million. Please check it carefully. If you have any questions, please call your personal customer service. Thank you for your trust in our bank. 】
Wang Chengdong's efficiency was really good. Not long after he hung up the phone, the payment came through.
Maybe they didn’t even go through the company’s procedures, it was just a special approval.
And this is the entire payment during this period, so it’s a lot of money.
With more than 400 million in the account, Hu Jiangshan immediately felt at ease.
After paying nearly 200 million for the island, there was still a lot of money left.
Of course, there is still a lot to do after buying Tenglong Island. Various facilities on the island, such as fresh water treatment, power stations, and networks all need to be built.
The docks also need to be renovated and the roads need to be repaired.
The most important thing is the semiconductor production line.
These all cost money, so Hu Jiangshan's financial situation cannot be said to be good, it can only be said to be acceptable. If the expenses are slightly larger, he will have to be tight.
Fortunately, Hu Jiangshan's expenses here are relatively low. For example, the cost of electricity, water, and even quartz sand can be greatly saved, otherwise Hu Jiangshan would really not be able to survive.
Semiconductor manufacturing is indeed a money-burning thing, and super-heavy asset investment is not something ordinary people can engage in.
Of course, it is indeed very easy to make money later.
At this time, the cell phone rang again.
The caller this time was not Wang Chengdong, but Yuan Caihua, Hu Jiangshan's mother.
Of course I have to answer my mother’s phone call.
Yuan Caihua's very energetic voice came from over there. Obviously, it was not a bad thing for her to call.
"Hey, Ah Shan, are you in Hong Kong Island now?"
"Yes, I came back from the Triple Crown the day before yesterday."
"You kid, you don't even want to hang out with us when you come back. I'm quite worried about your life."
Hu Jiangshan didn't know whether to laugh or cry: "What's wrong with going to the Triple Crown? I didn't care about it when I came back. I'm quite tired after all the traveling and traveling."
"Oh, you are young, why are you tired? When you went out to play wildly, you didn't come home for several days, and you didn't notice how tired you were!"
Hu Jiangshan showed an embarrassed expression. Which pot should he not pick up?
Although what Hu Jiangshan did at that time was not done by Hu Jiangshan now, the memories and feelings are still there, making him somewhat uncomfortable.
Yuan Caihua added: "But Ah Shan, you are really amazing this time. Your dad and your grandpa are very happy, especially your grandpa. He always praises you for your ability and ability when meeting people. He can't stop talking about it."
Needless to say, it was Hu Jiangshan's outstanding performance during the Triple Crown Business Forum that amazed both Hu Wenxin and Hu Yingxiang.
Needless to say, Hu Wenxin had no expectations for her son.
Hu Yingxiang felt that he should exercise.
Unexpectedly, Hu Jiangshan's visit not only did not make soy sauce, but also played a big role, which was really surprising.
This also means that Hu Yingxiang's lineage finally has an outstanding successor, can you not make the old man happy?
However, Yuan Caihua called, obviously not talking to Hu Jiangshan about this matter.
"Ah Shan, I have discussed with your father and will give you another house."
After hearing this, Hu Jiangshan asked: "Okay, where is that house?"
"It's right in Tsim Sha Tsui, very close to Victoria Harbour. You wouldn't know it. That house is very nice, with convenient transportation. It's quiet in the middle of the hustle and bustle, and the scenery you can see is pretty good."
I have to say, it sounds really good.
Moreover, it is very close to the Baishawan Yacht Club Pier, making it convenient for Hu Jiangshan to commute back and forth to the island.
Yuan Caihua asked again: "Ah Shan, do you have time now? I just happened to take you to see the house. If you think it's okay, I will arrange for someone to move it for you right away."
"Okay, I have time now."
A moment later, Hu Jiangshan drove to Tsim Sha Tsui. As soon as he got out of the car, he saw his mother, Yuan Caihua, moving towards him.
When Yuan Caihua saw Hu Jiangshan, she was so happy that she couldn't help but smile from ear to ear.
"Ah Shan, let me see, oh, he's handsome again, he's so handsome!"
This was too exaggerated, and Hu Jiangshan felt uncomfortable.
It's normal. In the eyes of a mother, how can a son not be handsome?
What's more, Hu Jiangshan's appearance was already good, and now he has a special temperament, so he has naturally become a handsome man.
Hu Jiangshan asked: "Mom, where is the house?"
"That's it."
With that said, Yuan Caihua pointed to the other side of the road.
Hu Jiangshan took a look and saw that it was an apartment building called Victoria Harbor.
When you hear the name, you know it's unusual. This is a famous high-end luxury apartment on Hong Kong Island.
It is said that every house has a beautiful view of Victoria Harbour.
Hu Jiangshan was a little surprised and asked: "Mom, our family also has a house here?"
Yuan Caihua smiled slightly: "Of course, there is more than one set!"
Hu Jiangshan was right. The Hu family was a wealthy family on Hong Kong Island, and it was possible to have a house anywhere.
Having said that, the location here is really great.
There are shopping malls, various restaurants, and parks in the surrounding area, not to mention the world-famous Victoria Harbor, which is the core area of Hong Kong Island.
Without saying a word, Yuan Caihua pulled Hu Jiangshan towards the apartment.
"Ah Shan, I have chosen the best house for you. Let's go and have a look."
Victoria Harbor Building No. 6, 32 floors, is just the right height, not the top floor.
You must know that the location of Building 6 can be said to be the best in Victoria Harbour, and of course it is also the most expensive.
When Yuan Caihua opened the door, Hu Jiangshan's eyes lit up.
Such a large apartment living room is very rare in Hong Kong Island.
Yuan Caihua said with a smile: "Ah Shan, this house is two thousand square feet, it should be enough for you to live in, right?"
Hu Jiangshan nodded quickly: "That's enough, that's enough."
A house of 2,000 square feet is equivalent to 180 square meters in the mainland.
You must know that the houses on Hong Kong Island are not considered public housing, so this house can be regarded as a luxury house.
Hu Jiangshan walked to the floor-to-ceiling window and saw Victoria Harbor at a glance.
Good guy, I don’t know how beautiful it is here at night.
Yuan Caihua asked: "Ah Shan, when do you want to move?"
Hu Jiangshan said firmly: "Move immediately."
(End of chapter)