At the beginning of late August, Lin Zhichao and Tang Caiyun embarked on a trip to Europe.
As his career grows, Lin Zhichao's career cannot be limited to Hong Kong, so he has to go abroad frequently. Therefore, it is useless to worry about the safety of airplanes, because he has no choice.
The reason why he went abroad for inspection this time was because Cheung Kong Real Estate had no new projects, the Cheung Kong Bank had been handed over to Lee Shau Kee for management, and Cheung Kong Industries needed new development opportunities to reach a higher level; otherwise, Cheung Kong Industries would have no choice but to retreat.
Before leaving, Lin Zhichao followed usual practice and arranged everything with his lawyer, just in case.
"Uncle Tang, Aunt Song, don't worry, I will take good care of Caiyun!" Standing outside the arcade, Lin Zhichao was saying goodbye to his family.
Tang Zhongyuan and Song Qiaoling were not stupid. They had already understood that their daughter was completely devoted to Lin Zhichao. So it was self-evident what would happen when the two of them went abroad this time.
Although Song Qiaoling vaguely reminded Tang Caiyun to pay attention to girls' honors before setting off, the couple were still worried.
Fortunately, the wedding of the two has been scheduled for January next year, and many friends have been invited.
So even if there was something, it wasn't that they couldn't fully accept it, otherwise the two of them wouldn't have allowed Tang Caiyun to follow.
"You are calm and knowledgeable, and you are proficient in various languages. I feel relieved to have you taking care of Caiyun!"
Tang Zhongyuan couldn't stand up in front of Lin Zhichao. After all, Lin Zhichao was the backer of his career. Especially once the zipper factory expands its scale, he has already thought about the prospect of expanding his textile factory.
He has two sons, so his career is very important, maybe more important than his daughter.
Song Qiaoling came to Tang Caiyun. The mother and daughter chatted quietly for a few words, and then Tang Caiyun came to Lin Zhichao with a blushing face.
Lin Zhichao also said goodbye to his family, telling Wu Wenying and Lin Xiner not to worry.
Soon, Lin Zhichao pulled Tang Caiyun into the car and drove towards the Central Pier.
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The third day.
What was Britain like in 1948?
Lin Zhichao and Tang Caiyun, who were sitting in a taxi, curiously observed the sides of the street. There were traces of shell attacks during World War II and buildings being rebuilt. Everything was going on in an orderly manner.
Since London had just hosted the Olympic Games, the atmosphere of post-war healing could be clearly felt, and women and children on the street no longer worried about bombing.
Of course, none of this could prevent the decline of the British Empire. As the colonies became independent one by one, the British economy also did not develop smoothly.
According to Lin Zhichao's memory, the pound will depreciate by 30% in September next year. Due to the continuous decline of the British economic strength, worsening inflation, long-term balance of payments deficit, serious capital outflows, and sharp decline in foreign exchange reserves, the credit of the British pound has been deteriorating. The depreciation of the British pound can enhance the competitiveness of British exports.
The depreciation of the pound naturally also means the depreciation of the Hong Kong dollar, because at this time the Hong Kong dollar is pegged to the pound and implements a fixed exchange rate of 16:1.
"Brother Zhichao, the security environment here seems to be very safe!" Tang Caiyun couldn't help but sigh as she looked at the harmonious scene of women and children on the street.
As the population of Hong Kong increases, the crime rate also begins to increase, and killings on the streets occur. Coupled with Lin Zhichao's increased attention to protecting his family, Tang Caiyun felt that the environment in Hong Kong was getting worse.
Lin Zhichao said with a smile: "At present, the security environment in London is not very good. The city is full of cheap guns. These guns are brought back from overseas. American soldiers sell one for only 25 pounds, and British soldiers also get them from overseas." There are a lot of replies. In addition, people are generally resentful about material shortages and the black market is rampant, so what you see is always superficial. You still need to be careful when you go out."
Although he would not let Tang Caiyun go out alone, he still needed to be vaccinated.
As expected, Tang Caiyun was so frightened that she suddenly took Lin Zhichao's arm. The softness made Lin Zhichao shaken and looked forward to the evening.
"Wouldn't it be safe if I follow you?" Tang Caiyun said softly.
This was an intuition. As long as she stayed close to Lin Zhichao, her fear had disappeared.
Lin Zhi said in a supernatural and gentlemanly manner: "Of course! I will protect you!" First scaring the girl, and then intervening as a white warrior, is a tried and tested trick for men.
To avoid trouble, the two communicated in English to avoid being overly discriminated against by the locals.
Therefore, after the taxi driver heard Lin Zhichao's words, he said: "Sir, I think Britain is very safe. As for the problems you mentioned, although they do exist, starting from this year, the crime rate in London has begun to decline. Especially for us The Olympic Games, which symbolizes 'peace', have been held, and the security in London has been very good at this time. Of course, I hope you have a pleasant journey!"
Lin Zhishenshan wouldn't argue. After all, he didn't want to cause trouble. He immediately said: "That's great. Actually, I'm here to do business."
This will help improve your status!
"We in the UK are a country based on business, and you will definitely gain something."
After a brief chat with the taxi, they arrived at their destination.
The taxi stopped at the Langham Hotel in Mayfair. This is a luxury hotel located in an upper-class neighborhood. This hotel was founded in 1865 and has pioneered many hotel pioneers-the first hotel to install electric lights and the first to provide hot and cold facilities in Europe. A hotel with water and the first hotel to install an elevator.
Everything went smoothly and nothing unhappy happened.
After putting his luggage on the ground floor of the hotel room, Lin Zhichao checked the hotel room. This was his habit.
What's more, in this hotel room, he and Tang Caiyun were going to experience it for the first time in their lives.
After everything went smoothly, Lin Zhichao came to Tang Caiyun like a gentleman.
"Ma'am, do you need a hot bath?"
Tang Caiyun nodded shyly and said, "Yeah."
Next, everything was very gentlemanly. Lin Zhichao did not do anything excessive. On the contrary, he took good care of Tang Caiyun.
In the bathroom.
Tang Caiyun had a shy look on her face while taking a shower. Thinking of going out with Brother Zhichao this time, she was both looking forward to it and shy.
"Brother Zhichao is so charming!"
"Sure enough, it was a blessing in disguise. If my father hadn't taken my family to Hong Kong to seek refuge, I wouldn't have met Brother Zhichao."
"Tang Caiyun, Tang Caiyun, didn't you miss the Magic City at first?"
Thinking of this, Tang Caiyun showed a happy smile and was very grateful to her father for bringing her to Hong Kong.
Soon, she thought about what was about to happen, her face began to feel hot, and her breathing began to quicken.
Because she knew that Lin Zhichao was good at everything but a bit astringent.
Not long after the two started dating, Lin Zhichao had already crossed the line many times. Of course, it was limited to kissing, touching hands and legs, hugging, etc.
"Brother Zhichao's eyes are so scary every time!"
"But he is very gentlemanly today, hee hee!"
When Tang Caiyun finished taking a shower, she wrapped her hair in a towel and walked out with a flushed face.
Lin Zhichao asked curiously: "Is the water inside very hot?"
Tang Caiyun's blush became even worse, and she said softly: "Brother Zhichao, just go and take a shower and you'll find out!" After saying that, she pushed Lin Zhichao towards the bathroom.
Lin Zhichao smiled and picked up his clothes, walked into the bathroom, and prepared to take a comfortable bath.
Unexpectedly, he soon discovered something tempting. Tang Caiyun's dirty clothes were suddenly placed on the shelf.
Lin Zhichao couldn't help but extend his sinful hand!
The underwear of this period did not have steel ring sponges, so it would not have any shaping and gathering effect. The West had just taken off the waistband and was pursuing body liberation, and the same was true for China (the city was already very fashionable, and European luxury perfumes were common).
The underwear of this period was more like shorts, made of soft silk cotton, with rubber bands on both sides of the thighs to prevent them from being exposed. There was also a few centimeters of edge material under the rubber bands to increase the overall beauty.
During this period, glass stockings were worn almost all year round and became a fashion.
At this time, Tang Caiyun suddenly remembered that she had forgotten to pack away her clothes just now, and she couldn't help but walk towards the bathroom. When I got to the door, I didn't dare to go in, so I could only think about it.
"No matter! Mrs. Lin will be here soon anyway!" Tang Caiyun comforted herself.
Seeing that there was no sound of running water, Tang Caiyun couldn't help but said at the door: "Brother Zhichao, why don't you take a shower? I'm so hungry!" She vaguely guessed something.
Lin Zhichao inside heard Tang Caiyun's voice and took a deep sniff before mixing his own clothes with Tang Caiyun's clothes and handing them over to the hotel for cleaning later.
"Caiyun wants to come in?"
"No! Just wash it slowly!"
Tang Caiyun was so frightened that she ran away quickly!
When Lin Zhichao walked out of the bathroom, he mixed their clothes together.
When Tang Caiyun saw this scene, her heart naturally went wild.
"Leave these clothes to the hotel for washing. The underwear is in the bathroom. You can wash it later." Lin Zhichao said matter-of-factly.
Tang Caiyun immediately said: "Okay, give me Brother Zhichao's too, and we'll wash it together later." At this time, she couldn't care less about being shy, because she had to be virtuous.
During her interactions with Brother Zhichao, although she was the eldest daughter of a wealthy family, she felt that she was far less outstanding than Brother Zhichao. Brother Zhichao can speak multiple languages and knows many things. He is also very responsible and has great business talent.
Therefore, Tang Caiyun felt that she could not act a little bit like a young lady and needed to be a good wife and mother; of course, since Lin Zhichao was very good to her, Tang Caiyun was willing to do better.
The two quickly walked towards the restaurant, planning to have a delicious meal to relieve the fatigue of the journey.
