Reborn Tycoon: Hong Kong's Entertainment Godfather

Chapter 41 A Dramatic Shift in Public Opinion: The Shock, Shock, Utter Shock of Hong Kong Citizens!

"Luckily, our methods are different, otherwise, the ICAC might have found out this time!" Gu Zhenguo breathed a slight sigh of relief and said, "Son, this time, the Li family is in big trouble!" "That's right!"

Gu Yuhan smiled and continued, "However, Dad, I have another idea!" Gu Zhenguo nodded, "Go ahead!"

"Starting today, we will begin to provide financial assistance to some families in need!" Gu Yuhan said slowly. "We will build schools and help them with their education. If they don't have the money to go to university, we will establish a special fund to provide them with sufficient funds for their studies. If necessary, it would be even better if someone were willing to enter the political and legal system!"

Gu Zhenguo stared at Gu Yuhan with wide eyes: "What do you mean?"

"Many impoverished students are not incapable of attending university; they simply lack the money!"

Gu Yuhan smiled and slowly said, "We'll select this group of people, put them into the political and legal system, and let them start from the bottom. Then, we need to observe some of them. If they really have the ability, we'll promote them!"

Gu Zhenguo took a deep breath.

Gu Yuhan smiled and said, "With this, we can gradually cultivate our own ironclad power! There are two principles here. First, we can't let corrupt people rise to power. Second, we can't use people within the circle to cultivate opportunities to expand their connections at the top. We need to see if their family background is poor and if they have sufficient ability. Those from poor families should be given the opportunity to go to school. If they have the ability but lack connections and channels, we will provide them with those connections and channels to help them rise!"

Gu Zhenguo was slightly taken aback: "You mean to infiltrate slowly?"

"I didn't say that. I just gave them a chance. Think about it, all those guys who were desperate in the past, with no money or connections, who thought they'd never amount to anything, suddenly have someone open a window for them in this money-obsessed era. Guess how they reacted to us?"

"What we need to do is set a standard!" Gu Zhenguo spread his hands and said with a smile, "As long as you work hard and are loyal, you can achieve upward mobility."

Gu Zhenguo fell into deep thought, while Gu Yuhan slowly spoke up: "Dad, the people who give us money won't be of service to you in the future; the people who use connections will only use those connections to repay your favors. These kinds of people have too many options and escape routes, so there's no need for them to be loyal to us!"

Gu Yuhan smiled and said, "Only those who would support us would have no chance, no future, but would be grateful to our family because of our kindness. They know their opportunities all lie with us, so they'll follow our lead without hesitation!"

"They have no other choice but us!" "They have no way out in life!" "Establish a foundation to support these students, then help them rise to power, gradually seizing control, and giving them sufficient benefits when necessary!"

"Of course, we also need to maintain the existing relationships. After all, we still need them now. As these people we've supported gradually enter the workforce and rise to prominence, they will naturally support us in return. At that time, we will be the uncrowned kings of Hong Kong!"

Gu Zhenguo looked at Gu Yuhan, and for a moment he couldn't quite recognize the person in front of him. Was this guy really his son? Of course, this kind of tactic could only be used in Hong Kong at most; Gu Yuhan wouldn't dare to do it on the mainland. Otherwise, when the iron fist came down, it wouldn't be a joke.

Gu Zhenguo hesitated for a moment, then continued, "I will handle this matter slowly!" Gu Yuhan smiled and said, "Also, Dad, it's necessary for us to retaliate against the Li family. I think they need to pay a price. Since they've attacked us, how will Hong Kong view us if we're too polite?"

"I've already spoken to the government; the Li family is courting disaster!" Gu Zhenguo smiled and continued, "The Hong Kong government is very dissatisfied with the Li family. Their report has broken the rules!"

Although these bureaucrats are not necessarily a monolithic entity, and each has its own factions, they maintain a state of struggle without outright conflict. Neither side will try to destroy the other. It's a political game with an unspoken rule that is not easily broken.

Li Xiaohe's actions completely broke this unspoken rule. He was trying to drive someone to their death.

If we don't retaliate, then it really wouldn't be right.

After all, this is not the era of more than ten years ago, when the Four Great Detectives and triads ran rampant. In this era, rules are still more important.

Since you don't follow the rules, then you can't blame others for not following the rules either.

Gu Yuhan wasn't particularly worried about how the government would deal with the Li family. Before that, he produced a documentary. The documentary focused on the changes in Tseung Kwan O and was broadcast during the news broadcast. That evening.

Hong Kong residents gathered in front of their television sets early on.

TVB basically has no TV programs to offer now. Basically, Zhou Jun is targeting TVB, poaching one person after another.

Shaw was also feeling incredibly frustrated. Without people, there was no one to film television programs.

At this moment, Shao Yifu truly regretted it. He really shouldn't have arranged for someone to break Zhou Jun's leg. Who could have imagined that Gu Yuhan's desire for revenge would be so strong?

Changes in Tseung Kwan O.

Many Hong Kong residents couldn't help but show surprise when they saw this. They didn't see the program they were expecting, but instead saw a documentary. The documentary detailed the changes in Tseung Kwan O from six months ago to the present.

Six months ago, the population of Tseung Kwan O was only around 10,000, but now it has increased to 50,000.

Moreover, there are surprisingly good public housing estates in Tseung Kwan O. The environment is pleasant, and the public toilets are quite good. In addition, there are dedicated schools, and even a farmers' market nearby.

Many Hong Kong residents were already quite surprised when they saw this, but what really surprised them was the factory in Tseung Kwan O.

One is film and television merchandise.

They could see the production of individual dolls, as well as transistor radios. "Basically, the dolls we produce are in high demand and short supply. Besides Hong Kong, they're also very popular in Taiwan, Southeast Asia, Korea, and other island nations!"

The factory manager from the surrounding area spoke eloquently, smiling as he began, "This will bring huge economic benefits to Tseung Kwan O. Besides, our wages are relatively high; basically, a regular worker earns 1,500 yuan a month, not counting piecework!"

...1,500 dollars? Many Hong Kong residents couldn't help but gasp in surprise. They started calculating their own salaries, which seemed to amount to only about 1,000 dollars a month.

The price was increased by 500 yuan directly?

"In addition, we have a canteen and dormitories. This is our dormitory; currently, eight people share a room. Also, this is our canteen. The price is controlled at three yuan per meal, enough to ensure the workers are well-fed!"

The manager explained, "Currently, we still hope to expand production and continue to recruit workers!" The first priority in Tseung Kwan O is to solve some employment issues and attract people. Even though the industry chain is slowly shifting to the mainland, movie merchandise has a high premium, and Gu Yuhan is happy to pay an extra 500 yuan.

However, as time goes on, Gu Yuhan still plans to transfer the industrial chain to the mainland. Production costs are uncontrollable and will only continue to rise. But when that time comes, Hong Kong will also need industrial upgrading—either by cultivating new technical elites or by automatically being reassigned to other jobs.

However, for the residents of Hong Kong today, this is already quite astonishing. Three dollars a day, that's one hundred dollars a month. So, they can save one thousand four hundred dollars a month.

One thousand four hundred yuan, that's sixteen thousand eight hundred yuan a year. If they work a little harder, they can buy a house in just two years.

The citizens of Hong Kong were instantly stunned. This family-oriented person was simply too kind-hearted.

No wonder, no wonder, the Hong Kong government wants to give Tseung Kwan O to the Gu family for development. With the Gu family's conscience, it would be unreasonable not to give it to them.

Instantly, public opinion underwent a dramatic shift, with the officials previously reported by the Li family receiving a complete change in public perception. "Look, these are the good officials! Otherwise, would they have let the Gu family develop the business?"