Chapter 305: with translation of chapter title

Li Xin has been living it up in Xi Gong these past two days, taking Jianguo and the three of them wandering around, the whole point being just one word: 'leisure'.

Film City now has an initial scale, looking proper, with several film crews shooting here; TVB and ATV, that old pair of rivals, have also met here.

After the matter of Wang Baiwan was settled, he completely relaxed.

There's nothing he needs to do.

While they were wandering around, Huojingliang and Li Yunfei came over.

Li Xin brought the two back home, showing an attitude: he and those two are now close family friends.

He didn't treat them as outsiders!

Jianguo made tea for several people, then closed the door and waited outside.

Li Xin spoke up: 'Say it, what do you two want from me?'

Li Yunfei said with a smile, 'Today Director Ho sought me out, saying there's a big matter to discuss; you ask him what it is.'

Huojingliang also wasn't polite, looking at Li Xin and saying, 'A Xin, I've studied the data of the brokerage company, combined with the Immigration Department's data, and reached a conclusion.'

'That is, in the past two years, Gangdao's immigrant population has reached over 200,000; due to the negotiations, it is expected that in the next two years, even more people from Gangdao will emigrate.'

'These immigrants are almost all middle‑class or above families, all owning property; they are now selling off their property on a large scale, wanting to dispose of their property before leaving.'

'And He Qiong has already made a move; that soft‑rice guy has good eyesight, knows how to seize opportunities, wants to compete with them and He Qiong, but I myself lack the strength.'

'So I've come to discuss with you: our two families will each contribute capital, set up a new joint venture, to acquire these properties.'

'We can't let that soft‑rice guy have it all; we must also take a bite, and a big one at that.'

'I've already pulled a large part of my funds from the stock market for this purpose; what do you say?'

Li Xin tapped the sofa armrest, knowing what Huojingliang meant.

As long as he participates, the brokerage company's first‑hand property information will definitely be theirs; Huanggua can only see second‑hand information, because the agents are his people.

Hmm! This matter must be done, but we can't rush; we need to stay calm.

Seeing Li Xin somewhat hesitant, Huojingliang said, 'A Xin, what are you hesitating about?'

'After we acquire the properties, we can also set up a property management company; our Ho Group and your Red Xin Real Estate both have plenty of property management staff.'

'You should know, property management is basically a money‑printing machine; our two families cooperating, this has great potential—it's picking up money!'

Li Yunfei also nodded, saying, 'A Xin, property management really makes money fast; we currently don't have much cash flow, cooperating with Director Ho is a good choice.'

'Moreover, ordinary property management staff, you definitely aren't lacking; you have the conditions, just train them a bit and you'll have as many as you need.'

After Li Yunfei finished speaking, Li Xin finally said, 'Lao Ho, you know, I can't come up with much money right now; I've even borrowed a sum from you.'

'Since you both think highly of this project, I agree to this cooperation, but the funds will only be available at year‑end.'

Huojingliang immediately replied, 'No problem, I'll front this money; as long as you can replenish the funds by year‑end, it's fine—I have plenty of spare capital now.'

'After you reminded me that day, I studied the stock market; plus, with the negotiations being tense lately, the stock market really isn't reliable.'

'This time I'll consider it a small favor I owe you; if something big really happens, I'll make it up later—that's just how I do things.'

'One is one, two is two—I keep favors very clear.'

Li Xin didn't say polite words; there's no need to be polite with Huojingliang—this guy doesn't go for that, he's very practical!

Looking at Huojingliang, Li Xin smiled and asked, 'If He Qiong finds out about this, won't Mr. Li come after you to fight?'

'Damn! Am I afraid of him?'

Huojingliang's face showed disdain; he stuck up a middle finger, directly greeting Li Huanggua.

'Li Huanggua licks foreigners' asses, has been doing it to this day; if it weren't for HSBC backing him, He Qiong might belong to someone else!'

'I've already prepared the funds, wanting to take down He Qiong; this bastard directly settled things with HSBC's big boss!'

'He snatched He Qiong away for nothing, and you say I should accept that?'

'Impossible!'

'I've locked horns with him; if I don't slap him this time, I'm not a Ho!'

It's clear that Huojingliang bears a deep grudge against Li Huanggua.

Li Xin clapped for him and said, 'Come on, Lao Ho, this time I've got your back; go ahead and do it—later, when good property information comes, those temporary staff will first pass it to you.'

'After you've studied it, they'll only send it to the brokerage; if even then you can't beat Li Huanggua, that just means you're not as good.'

Huojingliang had no reaction at all to Li Xin's goading.

He laughed and scolded, 'A Xin, you don't need to goad me—I, Huojingliang, made it on my own; can that soft‑rice guy even compare?'

Arrogant and domineering Huojingliang!

That's really true—he doesn't put anyone in his eyes, but he does have the qualifications to be arrogant, and he's indeed formidable.

Seeing the two chatting lively, Li Yunfei interjected, 'Hey, you two stop a moment and tell me about Huanggua!'

Huojingliang, upon hearing that, hurriedly began to explain to Li Yunfei.

After listening, Li Yunfei nodded in agreement and said, 'Indeed, there's no difference—this bastard grabs the most; from now on I'll also call him that, and honestly, it rolls off the tongue nicely!'

The three of them disparaged Li Huanggua for a while, and Li Xin then remembered the main matter.

He spoke up, 'Come on, I'll now inform you two that in a while I'm getting engaged—prepare generous gifts.'

'Given our relationship, I won't hold a formal banquet; that would seem distant.'

The two simultaneously looked at Li Xin and asked in unison, 'With whom?'

'He Qiong, what do you think? Is she worthy of me?'

'You shameless wretch!'

'Go look in the mirror—He Qiong deserves better than you!'

Huojingliang gave him no face at all; after speaking, he felt something was still missing.

He continued, 'Come on, A Xin, our relationship is good, but I also can't speak against my conscience.'

'As for He Qiong, she has looks, she has ability; as for money, I won't even mention it—you certainly aren't lacking in that either.'

But besides that, He Qiong is more than good enough for you.

Damn! Your mouth is really sharp!

Li Xin gave him the middle finger, "What am I lacking? Ah Qiong is capable, I'm not lacking either, right? Ah Qiong looks good, how come I, damn it, can't be seen in public?"

This guy! When will he ever be able to stand up!

Li Xin's words were pointless; speaking of Huojingliang and his wife, they're quite famous in Gangdao, really not bad!

Not many rich people can do what he does; Old Huo is a hopeless romantic, uh, basically he's a bit of a straight man!