Hardy Empire 1945

Chapter 199 Developing Hong Kong Business

Hardy came to the office of the Screen Actors Union, which is located in Hollywood, so it is very convenient for him. This is a 6-story office building. The original chairman's office has been vacated. Hardy asked people to clean up and move in directly. .

The management has made arrangements before, and now all are in place. Including the original staff, there are a total of 60 members of the trade union, and they held an inaugural meeting in the conference room together.

The meeting was not complicated. Hardy briefly introduced himself. The staff here have actually heard of Mr. Hardy's name, and they all showed respect.

After the meeting, Hardy asked George and Li Gen to take over the work. He didn't care about the details, and he would report to him when there were major issues.

After leaving the cast, the staff will ask the bodyguards to drive him to the auction company. For safety reasons, Hardy now also brings bodyguards when he goes out. There are two drivers and co-pilots, followed by a car with four people on it.

With the protection of these six people, and Hardy himself has certain skills, I believe that as long as he does not encounter the attack of dozens of people, he will be able to retreat unscathed.

When she came outside Han Yezhen's office, the female secretary stood up, Hardy smiled and asked her to sit down, and the female secretary sat down obediently.

Hardy gets Irina away, the new secretary Han Ye-jin is looking for.

Pushing open the door, Han Yizhen looked up, Hardy smiled and gave a bouquet of flowers, the woman took it with a smile, I haven't congratulated you on becoming the chairman of the Screen Actors Union yet.

Han Yezhen didn't go to the party last night, all the people who went to the showbiz, compared to Han Yezhen prefers to be clean.

Thank you, it's actually just a small matter. Have you received any good things recently? Hardy asked.

Yes, I have received a lot of Chinese antiques recently, and they are all of high quality. Let's go, I'll take you to have a look. Han Yizhen said as she put the flowers in the vase.

The two walked into the treasure house, and there were many antiques on the shelves. These paintings are ancient paintings from the Song Dynasty. Master Yuan has authenticated them, and they are undoubtedly authentic.

Han Yizhen introduced to Hardy one by one, Mi Fu, Zhao Mengjian, Zhu Rui, Guo Xi, Liu Songnian, Cai Jing, some of the names she mentioned, Hardy knew some of them, but some had never heard of them. Great value.

Hardy approached the woman and reached out to grab Han Yizhen's hand. Han Yizhen's body froze slightly, but she didn't look back at Hardy, nor did she pull her hand away. She just paused and continued to tell Hardy about these antiques.

Look at Han Yezhen's profile again.

Suet jade-like skin was stained with a layer of red glow.

Hardy smiled inwardly.

If you don't refuse, you agree, and your grasp is tighter.

There are only two of them in the treasure house, holding hands and continuing to look at antiques,

After reading the ancient paintings and looking at the porcelain, there are also a lot of porcelain this time. I bought more than 100 pieces, and there are many high-quality goods. In addition, there are jade wares, bronze wares and so on.

Why did you receive so many good things this time? Hardy asked.

Han Yizhen sighed softly, Maybe it has something to do with the domestic war. I heard from Master Yuan that many rich people fled and came to the United States by boat. They brought a few life-saving things with them. They ran out of money or wanted Find an errand and sell these things.

Hardy thought of the time. It is now November 1947, and the country should still be in full swing. Many people left to avoid the war, and most of them are rich people. They will definitely bring out some good things.

At this time, Han Yizhen turned to look at Hardy, I want to send people to Hong Kong. I heard that many people fled to Hong Kong. Those who came to the United States are only a very small part of those who fled to Hong Kong. If you open an acquisition company there, you will definitely be able to do so. I have received a lot of good things, and the quantity is larger than here.”

Hardy’s proposal by Han Yezhen is very good. At that time, Hong Kong was often the first destination people chose, because the country was no longer open to the outside world, so they could only divert to Hong Kong, and then spread to the United Kingdom or the United States.

If you set up an acquisition company in Hong Kong, you will definitely receive a large number of cultural relics.

And he knew that more and more people would flee in the later period, and some big warlords and big capitalists would bring more assets.

I agree with this proposal, who do you plan to send? Hardy said.

I just came up with this idea and haven't thought about the details yet. It's a mess over there. It's best to send someone who is exquisite and well-versed, otherwise it won't be easy to manage the overall situation. There is no suitable candidate for the auction house. Han Yizhen Shaking his head, he said with some embarrassment.

Hardy immediately thought of someone, and said with a smile, Do you still remember Victor?

The liar.

Hehe, yes, in terms of quick thinking, who is better than him, I think it should be no problem to send him. Hardy said.

Victor is French, he is proficient in English, he also knows some financial knowledge, antique art knowledge, and more importantly, he can judge the situation and have a strong psychological quality. Victor is definitely a talent, so it is absolutely no problem for him to be alone.

Is it reliable?

Don't worry, sometimes they are more reliable than ordinary employees because they understand the stakes of things better. Hardy said.

Hardy has a way of handling Victor.

The last time Victor pretended to be a drug dealer and tricked the Mexican gang, it was considered a meritorious service. Hardy rewarded him with a lot of money. Originally, Victor’s wife lived in Boston and gave birth to a child a few months ago. She is a lovely woman. Girl, Victor is working in Los Angeles now, so he brought his wife and kids along.

His family is here, I believe Victor will not mess around, and Hardy gave him a lot of money, Victor will not be so stupid.

Hardy contacted Victor, and Victor rushed to the auction company immediately after receiving Hardy's call.

Mr. Hardy, Miss Han. Victor greeted respectfully.

Victor, do you want to have your own business? Hardy came up and asked.

Victor was stunned for a moment, and said awkwardly: My own career? I thought about it, but I know my situation, and having my own career is a luxury.

Hardy waved his hand, It's not necessarily an extravagant wish. Now I have a job. See if you want to do it. I plan to set up an auction company in Hong Kong to buy a large number of antiques, especially Chinese antiques. I need someone who can support the scene. .”

If you are willing to preside over the work there, and you have a salary, I will also give you management shares, up to 5%. If you do well in the future, it is not impossible for the dividend shares to become real shares. Hardy said .

In order for the horses to run well, the fodder must be given. Hardy has never been a stingy person. He is willing to let those who work for him make money.

Victor's expression became eager all of a sudden, I am willing, I must do a good job, by the way, Mr. Hardy, is there only antique business?

In fact, there are a lot of businesses that can be done in Hong Kong now, but Hardy in Hong Kong in this era is not very familiar with it. Hardy thought for a while and said: Go over and have a look. Apart from buying antiques, if there are other good businesses, you can generate electricity. Report here for instructions.

I see Mr. Hardy.

Victor is an extremely shrewd guy who doesn't know what to tinker with.

In this way, I will find 8 people from HD Security to accompany you to Hong Kong. On the one hand, they will be your bodyguards, and on the other hand, they can assist you in your work.

For the acquisition of antiques, you should be able to find a professional appraiser over there, and you can carry out the business yourself.

I'll give you 500,000 in cash first, and 490,000 into Citibank. You can withdraw it at Citibank in Hong Kong with the formalities, and 10,000 in cash for travel expenses.

Just as Victor nodded, Hardy thought of something again and said, It is estimated that you will buy more antiques in the future. These cannot be transported in time. There must be a suitable storage place. You should find a way to find a treasure house.

There will be more and more people in Hong Kong in the future, and the value of the land there will definitely increase. If there is an opportunity to buy more land.

If you have a place, you can build a bigger treasury by yourself. If you don't have enough manpower, send me a telegram. I can send people there. HD Security has plenty of people. It's no problem to send one or two hundred people. It's all about overseas business.

Hardy explained a lot in one breath, and Victor took notes one by one.

Han Yizhen next to him looked at Hardy, this man was really quick and resolute in his work, he did it as soon as he thought of it, he was just a suggestion, but within two or three hours before and after, Hardy had already arranged everything.

Finally Hardy looked at Han Yezhen, Do you have anything else to explain?

Han Yizhen shook her head, You have explained it in detail, let Victor go to Hong Kong to check the situation first, and if there is any problem, we can communicate by telegram.

Okay, let's do this, Victor, you go to the dignitaries of Lancet, and then go to Andy to ask for money, and I will call them. Hardy said.

Victor said goodbye and left.

After Victor left, Hardy picked up the phone and called Lanster and Andy respectively, explaining to them about Victor.

After putting down the phone, she smiled at Han Yizhen, It's done, I didn't expect it to be evening, Yizhen, let's go have dinner.

Saying that, he pulled up Han Yezhen and walked out.

Holding hands again, Han Yezhen blushed again, and whispered, There are other people in the company.

I'm not afraid of being seen. He said and walked out of the office.

Seeing Hardy and Han Yezhen coming out, the secretary immediately stood up, seeing Hardy holding Han Yezhen's hand, she was a little dazed, but then relieved.

As if that was reasonable.

Western restaurant.

The pianist played melodious music, and the lighting in the room was gentle. Han Yizhen looked at the man in front of him with admiration in his eyes.

He is gentle, he is domineering, he is smart, but he is also playful.

She could guess that those female stars were all his women, and he couldn't belong to her alone, but from the first time she was rescued by him, she had left the shadow of a man in her heart.

In fact, when the family asked her about her situation, she just avoided it. She likes the current state. Antiques are her hobby. It is a kind of happiness to be able to do what she loves.

Now like this,

pretty good.

After eating, Hardy sent Han Yizhen home. This is a small apartment that is not luxurious, and the two said goodbye at the door.

The woman just wanted to go upstairs.

Hardy suddenly reached out and grabbed her hand.

The woman has a meal.

Turning to look at Hardy.

Under the streetlight, the two kissed each other.

After parting.

With a shy face, Han Yezhen rushed into the apartment at a trot.

Hardy smiled, turned around, got in the car and left.