Chapter 589: Mall Opening, A City-Wide Sensation: Swire Group Again

Half a month later,

Venus Plaza and Mercury Plaza were finally set to open.

Five days before the opening,

Five Star Group building, conference room.

Director Director Director Director Director Director Guan Zu and Tan Tan Tan Tan Tan Tan Tan Meili summoned Samsung, Lin Sir Sir Sir Sir Sir Huang, and held a meeting together.

"The opening is a very important day..."

"So, our opening needs to be more grand, and we should organize some activities."

Li Li Zaiyong looked ingratiating: "Brother, whatever activities you decide to hold, I support them all!"

That's right, Director Director Director Director Director Director Guan Zu is my brother!

Once I gain his favor, I will backstab him, heh heh heh~~~

A gentleman's revenge is not too late in ten years!

Do not bully the young for being poor!

Li Fujhen on the side: "............"

This brother of hers is hard to evaluate~~~

She continued to watch Director Director Director Director Director Director Guan Zu's figure with her beautiful eyes; the more she looked, the more handsome he seemed!

Young Master Lin and Young Master Sir Sir Sir Sir Sir Huang also watched Director Director Director Director Director Director Guan Zu.

Director Director Director Director Director Director Guan Zu: "There is no better way. According to the methods of Five Star Group, there are two... one is to distribute shares to the citizens, and the other is to give out red envelopes."

"Distribute shares?"

The three parties shook their heads immediately: "No, no!"

Wouldn't that be losing their own interests?

We are capitalists, not charities!

Director Director Director Director Director Director Guan Zu said leisurely: "Then the second method: following the experience of Five Star Supermarket, give out opening red envelopes directly. You can draw cash red envelopes when you come to shop; the more you spend, the more you draw... the effect is very good, that's how Five Star Supermarket rose."

"If we are to hold opening red envelopes, each mall needs to distribute 100 million in cash."

"What?"

"100 million?"

Li Li Zaiyong, Young Master Lin, and Young Master Sir Sir Sir Sir Sir Huang were all shocked.

The three of them were a bit reluctant to spend real money.

And it was 100 million!

Li Li Zaiyong: "Wouldn't that be too much?"

Young Master Lin: "Can it be a little less?"

Wouldn't we really become a charity then?

Tan Tan Tan Tan Tan Tan Tan Meili shook her head: "We used to give out 100 million or 200 million in red envelopes. If it's less this time, what will the citizens think? The citizens won't think our Five Star Group is stingy; they will only think you foreign bosses are stingy."

"Everyone, you wouldn't want the citizens of Hong Kong to think you foreign bosses are stingy, would you?"

Li Li Zaiyong, Li Fujhen: "............"

Young Master Lin, Young Master Sir Sir Sir Sir Sir Huang: "............"

No,

This works too?

Forcing us to give away money!

Wait... I seem to have fallen into a trap.

Director Director Director Director Director Director Guan Zu sat in the main seat, feeling happy inside:

"Of course you fell into a trap!"

"If you give out money, you lose money! But I have a system rebate, I make money!"

"For the sake of Hong Kong, I can only make you foreign bosses suffer a little."

"Heh heh heh~~~"

Director Director Director Director Director Director Guan Zu was righteous and serious: "Everyone... doing business shouldn't be so calculating... Look at our Five Star Group, we invest a lot of manpower and resources in charity every year, and in less than 3 years, we have this strength."

"May I ask, do you, Samsung, the Lin family, and the Sir Sir Sir Sir Sir Huang family, have such fast development as me?"

Li Li Zaiyong, Young Master Lin, and Young Master Sir Sir Sir Sir Sir Huang shook their heads.

Their companies were all developed over decades.

Director Director Director Director Director Director Guan Zu: "So, this shows that our Five Star Group's method is correct."

"So, what is the problem with this plan?"

"Spending 100 million on advertising, winning over citizens, and boosting the popularity of the mall, what is the problem?"

"As the saying goes, nothing ventured, nothing gained!"

"The three of you!"

"You must look further ahead!"

"Don't you even have this bit of courage?"

"Vision! Vision! It's all about vision! Open it up for me!"

"To get rich, you must first go crazy!"

Don't lose face, be spirited, well done!

After being told this, Li Li Zaiyong, Young Master Lin, and Young Master Sir Sir Sir Sir Sir Huang felt that if they didn't pay this 100 million, they would be lacking in vision, courage, and insight...

"Fine! I agree!"

"I agree too!"

"Agreed!"

The three parties agreed!

Director Director Director Director Director Director Guan Zu was happy inside, having fleeced the citizens for another 200 million Hong Kong dollars.

This time, Director Director Director Director Director Director Guan Zu prepared to change the method, giving every household in the city 250 (Venus Plaza) + 250 (Mercury Plaza) Hong Kong dollar cash vouchers, and the remaining 100 million plus would be used for consumer lucky draw red envelopes.

The plan was set,

Five Star Group began to rapidly launch promotional activities.

First was the advertisement on ATV.

That night, during the ATV news, a 20-second advertisement was inserted.

At the beginning of the advertisement, the night view of the two plazas was shown, with modern architectural styles combined with gorgeous lighting, showing luxury and fashion.

Then, the enthusiastic host appeared: "Citizens of Hong Kong, pay attention! Five days later, March 10th, Monday, the highly anticipated Venus Plaza and Mercury Plaza are about to open grandly! This will be a commercial feast that will shock the whole city!"

Following the host's introduction, the screen displayed the dazzling array of goods in the plaza,

"Here, from international first-line brand clothing and jewelry, to all kinds of novel and interesting electronic products, to a rich variety of delicacies, everything is available... You will experience unprecedented shopping pleasure and satisfy all your imagination for a quality life!"

"To celebrate the opening, we have prepared super surprises!"

"Starting the day after tomorrow, Five Star Property will send every household 250 Hong Kong dollars in Venus Plaza cash vouchers and 250 Hong Kong dollars in Mercury Plaza cash vouchers, directly reducing your shopping costs significantly and allowing you to enjoy super value discounts!"

"Not only that, during the opening period, as long as you come to shop, you will have the opportunity to participate in the cash red envelope lucky draw! The more you spend, the more chances you have to draw! We have prepared over 100 million Hong Kong dollars in cash red envelopes, waiting for you lucky ones to draw!"

"Venus Plaza and Mercury Plaza, look forward to your visit!"

Finally, the panoramic view of the two plazas appeared again, along with the specific opening date, accompanied by impassioned music, and the advertisement ended perfectly.

Following the broadcast of the advertisement,

Major malls: "???"

Swire Group: "???"

And all the citizens of Hong Kong: "!!!"

Wow,

Brother Zu is here again, giving us benefits again!

Brother Zu, loyal!

Cheung Kong Group, Boss Li was reviewing documents in his office, and after seeing the news, he fell silent.

Finally, he let out a long sigh.

Five Star Group, the trend is set!

No one can stop this move!

The future of Hong Kong will inevitably be the world of Five Star Group.

"Perhaps, I need to speed up the progress of withdrawal."

Recently,

Half a month ago, he went to Australia for an inspection, preparing to invest in the container terminals of Brisbane Port and Sydney Port there.

He has always had an "Asia-Oceania" logistics network blueprint, in which these two ports in Australia will become important components.

In addition, he received news from HSBC that the UK is preparing to carry out electricity privatization reform, and he is preparing to go there to invest.

Also, after he acquired "Husky Oil" in Canada in 1986, he can now gradually increase his holdings to strengthen the core assets of the energy map.

In addition, there is the cooperation between Singapore and Boss Guo...

He had long realized the political pattern risk of the return in the 90s, so he had long thought of a way out, seeking foreign countries to carry out political hedging and maintain asset stability.

The rapid rise of Director Director Director Director Director Director Guan Zu and the Five Star Group only accelerated his plans to move his assets abroad.

……

……

A new day.

Newspapers reported this news with headlines across the board:

"Venus and Mercury Open Next Monday: 500 HKD Vouchers for Every Household, 100 Million in Red Packets Waiting for You to Draw"

"March 10th, Five Star Joins Hands with Powerhouses to Promote New Ventures: Opening Benefits Arrive at Venus and Mercury Plazas"

"Shocking! Venus and Mercury Plaza Opening..."

Over the next few days, television commercials aired at high frequency throughout the day on ATV, while newspapers reported and bombarded the public with the news.

It successfully captured the attention of countless citizens of Xiangdao, filling everyone with anticipation for the opening of Venus Plaza and Mercury Plaza.

Sure enough,

soon the Five Star Property management began going door-to-door to deliver the cash vouchers.

"Opening on March 10th..."

"The cash vouchers have no time limit; just use them up this year..."

"It will definitely be crowded in the first few days of the opening, so please be sure to visit the mall at off-peak hours..."

"Also, these vouchers cannot be transferred to others to use; otherwise, you won't get benefits next time..."

"Remember, you must visit at off-peak hours..."

Many citizens were naturally happy after receiving the cash vouchers.

Especially those poorer citizens; 500 HKD counted as a decent sum of money, and they had never been to such high-end malls. This was their chance to go and experience them.

Brother Zu is so thoughtful.

That phrase he said, "Glory, I do not enjoy it alone," was not just talk; he is truly putting it into practice!

Brother Zu, loyal!

……

……

March 10th.

Suitable for: Weddings, meeting relatives and friends, grand openings...

Today, Xiangdao is bathed in bright sunshine, with a clear sky and not a cloud in sight.

The highly anticipated Venus Plaza in Jin Zhong and Mercury Plaza in Beijiao Zha Yuchong welcomed the historic moment of their grand reopening.

With plenty of time left before the 10:00 AM opening, the areas outside both plazas were already bustling with crowds and lively activity.

Countless citizens gathered outside the plazas, full of anticipation, creating a bustling scene.

In the crowd, there were young couples who came together, young parents pushing strollers, and groups of elderly people...

Everyone held their tickets, craning their necks in anticipation, waiting for the plaza gates to open.

To add to the festive atmosphere of the opening, the organizers specially invited several well-known Xiangdao celebrity singers to appear on-site.

"The cold ice (fish), slapping randomly on my face..."

"Sakura~~..."

"Thousand Thousand Songs~~~~"

On the plaza stage, singers took turns performing, their voices echoing throughout the entire mall, drawing citizens below to stop and listen, with many humming along to the rhythm.

The applause and cheers on-site were constant, and the atmosphere was extremely heated.

As the clock struck 10:00 AM sharp,

both plazas

officially opened!

Countless citizens poured into the malls.

Soon, the interior of the malls was a scene of prosperity and bustle.

In the spacious and bright corridors, people came and went, shoulder to shoulder, weaving between various shops to pick out their favorite goods.

Li Zairong and Li Li Fuzhen of Venus Plaza stood on an observation deck in the mall, overlooking the bustling scene.

Their hearts were stirred.

At Mercury Plaza, Young Master Lin Er and Young Master Sir Sir Sir Sir Sir Huang San watched the tide of people pouring into the mall.

They revealed expressions of excitement.

What were they most afraid of?

They were most afraid of following the cold, deserted scene of the Taigu Group.

Now,

they began to feel fortunate for adopting Director Director Director Director Director Director Guan Zu's suggestion.

This 100 million was money well spent!

Soon,

customer after customer passed by them.

"The Five Star Group is still the best to us citizens..."

"Support Mr. Director Director Director Director Director Director Guan!"

"Five Star is the best..."

Listening to one remark after another,

the smiles on Li Zairong and Li Li Fuzhen's faces gradually disappeared.

"Wait..."

"Why did we at Samsung put up the money, but they only remember the goodness of Director Director Director Director Director Director Guan Zu and the Five Star Group?"

"We put up the money."

"The Five Star Group gets the fame?"

"Doesn't that make us the fools?"

Thinking about it,

the brother and sister's faces turned a bit dark.

"Ah Xi Ba!!!"

……

On Director Director Director Director Director Director Guan Zu's side, he received new system rewards...

"You joined forces with Samsung and Lin Sir Sir Sir Sir Sir Huang to distribute 200 million HKD to all citizens of Xiangdao..."

"All citizens of Xiangdao are grateful for your kindness..."

"You have received the following rewards:"

"Reward 1: Xiangdao citizen approval rating +1% (48%)!"

"Reward 2: 'Talent Card' *2, 'Learning Card' *10!"

"Reward 3: Kindness should not be betrayed; you will receive a cashback of a portion of the amount you spent..."

"Hahaha~~~~~"

Director Director Director Director Director Director Guan Zu couldn't help but laugh.

"Reward 4: 'Airplane Safety Amulet', Description: No need to fear airplane accidents when flying; if there is any conspiracy to sabotage the plane, you will be warned in advance."

Director Director Director Director Director Director Guan Zu: "???"

Awesome!

This thing is great!

Usually, Director Director Director Director Director Director Guan Zu didn't dare to fly at all, and he always traveled in secret when he did.

Now it's fine; with this thing, he can be safe and worry-free.

……

……

Upstairs at Venus Plaza,

in the Taigu Group's executive office,

Byron stood by the window, looking down; he couldn't see the surging crowds below, but he could see a large number of cars and people coming and going.

The Five Star Property valet team was arranging the cars one by one...

So lively!

All of this seemed to be ruthlessly mocking the plight of the Taigu Group.

Behind Byron, a subordinate was reporting the situation downstairs cautiously.

His hands were clenched tightly, his knuckles turning slightly white from the force.

Originally, this liveliness should have belonged to the Taigu Group.

But now, the Taigu Group had been sold, and this liveliness and wealth belonged to their opponent, their mortal enemy, the Five Star Group, whom he would fight with fearless resolve.

Just thinking about it felt—heart-wrenching!

"This is impossible... this must only be temporary."

Byron muttered to himself in a low voice.

He could only pray to God: that the liveliness before his eyes was just a flash in the pan, and the citizens' enthusiasm was merely briefly attracted by the gimmick of the opening cash vouchers. It wouldn't be long before everything returned to normal, the plazas would return to being deserted, and then the Five Star Group would continue to lose money.

God!

Have mercy on your people!

……

……

Over the next week……

Venus Plaza and Mercury Plaza remained red-hot……

Inside the malls, every shop was bustling with customers; in the clothing stores, patrons tried on outfits while clerks served them busily; the food court was filled with fragrant aromas and not a single seat was empty……

The atrium hosted constant events, with talent shows drawing crowds and the parent-child craft area filled with warmth……

Asia Television reported on it incessantly, and the newspapers reported on it every day as well.

"Five Star Group takes over two Taikoo malls, breathing new life into them……"

"Why did Taikoo Group fail? It is retribution……"

"Why did Five Star Group succeed? Because they put the citizens first……"

They kept whipping the corpse of Taikoo Group,

and the stock prices of several of Taikoo Group's listed companies kept falling, falling, falling~~~

Meanwhile, the only stock under Five Star Group—Five Star Bank—was naturally rising~~

……

Taikoo Group,

in the office, the big boss Byron looked at the reports, his expression growing increasingly gloomy.

"Bang~~~~"

He was so angry he slammed the table.

Hand, blood volume -1!

"God, why won't you have mercy on your people?"

"I clearly already cursed them!"

God: Oh, foolish child, this is the East; it is not within my jurisdiction~~~

Goddess Goddess Goddess Goddess Goddess Goddess Mazu, Sir Sir Sir Sir Sir Huang Sir Sir Sir Sir Sir Huang Daxian: Hmph hmph!

(End of chapter)