Chapter 160: Li Xiaoxin

Jiang Tian Sheng asked in surprise: "A Xin, what health product? You should know, the breakage rate of sea‑transported glass products is high; you need to think it through."

Li Xin replied: "Mr. Jiang, rest assured, I'm making premium health products; the main selling point is exquisite packaging, absolutely no problem."

Li Xin wasn't wrong; regardless of whether the product has any nutrition, he really put thought into the packaging, creating many kinds of outer packaging according to Japanese aesthetic standards.

They are all styles the Japanese like, and they have been repeatedly verified.

They all emphasize the harmonious relationship between product and nature, tending to use natural‑material packaging.

For this, Li Xin had Yao Yang invite several master craftsmen from Jingdezhen, paying their wages in Hong Kong dollars, which even startled the local officials.

The staff were carefully selected and thoroughly vetted; we couldn't let these masters lose face for Jingdezhen—this is a matter of image.

Packaging design pursues simplicity, avoids over‑decoration, and focuses on clear information delivery and ease of use.

Using soft, natural hues, simple patterns, and orderly layout to enhance the product's natural and healthy image.

Traditional packaging design perfectly combines minimalist aesthetics with Zen spirit.

The choice of packaging form and material is rich in symbolic meaning, showing reverence for nature; nothing can evoke the Japanese affection more than porcelain.

Color schemes are harmonious, often featuring earth tones and delicate hues, reflecting a pursuit of color restraint.

Packaging design integrates with Japanese traditional culture, tea‑ceremony rites, and other spiritual cultural elements to convey a specific cultural connotation.

In Japan, packaging is seen as a way to converse with the gods, through unseen mental communication, to build deeper connections with others.

These have been repeatedly verified by Song Zihao, and experts from Japan on this matter were consulted to participate in the design.

To ensure success, Li Xin went all out, researching every detail, following the principle that if the product falls short, he'll make up for it with packaging.

He has truly grasped the essence of certain manufacturers!

With such beautiful packaging, charging a bit more is quite reasonable, right?

The two also communicated about cargo transport; afterward, Li Xin was driven back to Xi Gong by Jiang Tian Sheng's driver, got out of the car, gave the driver a Big Gold Bull, and sent him on his way.

He didn't go home, but went straight to Longjuanfeng's barbershop, entered and sat in a chair.

Smiling, he said: "Uncle Long, give me a haircut; after the New Year, there won't be a chance for you to cut my hair again!"

While Longjuanfeng gave him a haircut, he asked: "Are you preparing to let me leave Gangdao?"

"Yes, after the New Year you'll go to Yingjiang for treatment; you can't delay any longer! If there's a chance to cure it, I've already had people book a hospital for you—you just go there, and I'll have Xiao Hui accompany you to take care of you."

Li Xin had everything arranged, then he told Longjuanfeng the news; on the Yingjiang side, it was all handled by Uncle Chai through the Hongmen, and the matter was settled swiftly.

Upon hearing that Li Xin had already prepared his itinerary, he didn't ask anything else; he himself knew that if he didn't leave, he would end up completely breaking with Li Xin.

He could only reply: "All right! Old man! Before I leave, I'll have a final detailed talk with Qiuti; if we can settle it peacefully, that's best; if not, we'll leave it to fate."

Li Xin's mouth curled slightly; as long as Uncle Long isn't around, the Kowloon Walled City matter is easy to handle, and he has no dealings with those landlords.

He won't give them face; if they're sensible, he'll leave them a way out; if not, he'll wait for the big boss to step in, then come out to clean up the mess.

In the blink of an eye, it was already New Year's of 1983, and Li Xin got up very early that day.

All the branch managers would come to Xi Gong to celebrate the New Year; to make this gathering a success, Li Xin spent a lot of money, procured many precious ingredients, and hired several top chefs.

So that everyone could go home in the evening to celebrate the New Year with family, Hongxin Restaurant opened its banquet at noon; the dishes were superb, with perfect color, aroma, and flavor.

As the boss, Li Xin grabbed a microphone, stood on the makeshift stage, and spoke.

"Today is New Year; I've prepared a lavish banquet for everyone, and after the meal there are generous red envelopes—that's the best New Year blessing."

"No more nonsense—let's start. In a moment the dishes will get cold, so eat and drink well; you don't need to worry about getting home, as I've already arranged drivers for everyone, so drink freely."

As soon as his words fell, everyone gave him a warm, face‑saving round of applause; well, for the sake of the red envelopes, give it a bit more effort—the boss looks handsome today!

The gathering was a great success; everyone drank to their heart's content, and those who drank too much clung to the people beside them, chattering endlessly.

Muttering drunkenly: "I'm telling you…."

He himself doesn't know what he's saying, just spouting nonsense nonstop.

After the banquet ended, the taxi company's drivers sent them all back home.

Back home, Li Xin flopped onto the bed; after today he's more exhausted than after a fight—what an ordeal!

Qiuti forcibly dragged him into the bathroom for a mandarin‑duck bath, enjoying the full automatic service; it was wonderfully refreshing and invigorating.

After the New Year, Li Xin first went to the management of the Hung Hom Sports Ground, signed a three‑year usage contract, with fifty days of use each year.

The time is mostly set for Saturdays; if there's an important sports event, they must notify Li Xin in advance, and the annual usage fee is two million.

(Put into service on April 27, 1983)

Li Xin stayed at He Min's place for two days, then called He Qiong.

He also made a trip to Han Bin's place to stock up on some heavy firepower, then directly took people and flew to Japan.

Upon arriving in first class, Li Xin had barely sat down when a woman in her thirties came and sat beside him, chattering away in a rapid stream.

He didn't understand a word, but from his past life's twenty‑ or thirty‑year experience watching films, he could tell it was Japanese—the tone was too familiar!

The lines just weren't right!

It shouldn't be, "one warehouse, one warehouse, press‑buy dad?"

Li Xin didn't need to understand; he simply stood up, gave her his seat, and let her pass.

She went in, and he could then lie down, right?

No misunderstanding—it's just reclining on the airplane seat; those with dirty thoughts can go face the wall, their minds are quite wholesome!

Li Xin leaned back in his seat, closed his eyes to rest, thinking about what he'd do in Japan this time, and felt a surge of excitement—quite a promising prospect!

The prospects are huge!

Once the plane was flying smoothly, the woman beside him glanced at his profile and, with a strange accent, struck up a conversation.

"Sir, are you from Gangdao?"

Li Xin took a close look; this beautiful young lady looked very nice, had a distinctive flavor that made people feel excited, though he didn't know what the taste was like.

Li Xin directly replied: "Yes, may I ask your name, miss?"

The beautiful young lady smiled and answered: "Keiko Matsusaka; I've come to Gangdao this time to participate in a brand‑side event, I'm delighted to meet you, and I still don't know how to address you."

Li Xin doesn't have much research on Japanese celebrities; he only has some research on those teachers, all of whom are good mentors and beneficial friends, his spiritual nourishment.

Li Xin reached out and lightly shook her hand, then said: "Li Xin, a proper businessman, this time going to Japan to do some business—how come you speak Gangdao? And you speak it so well!"

Because my grandfather stayed in Gangdao, I learned Gangdao from him; this gave me many more opportunities, allowing me to go out and take on jobs.

Matsuzaka Keiko replied.