The journey starts from the Titanic

Seeing Liu Zixuan's figure disappearing in the corner, Li Renqiao reluctantly retracted his gaze. He turned his head and saw Situ Nan looking at himself with a smile.

"What are you laughing at?" Li Renqiao gave Situ Nan a blank look.

"Nothing, I just want to laugh." Situ Nan shrugged casually, looked at Li Renqiao somewhat seriously, and said, "What are you going to do?"

"What should I do?" Li Renqiao said.

"Don't pretend to be garlic. Where is your fiancée? Just now you heard that she is going to be in charge of the foundation work in Nanyang, and you are going back to the United States. Isn't it good for the couple to be separated by the Pacific Ocean?" He frowned and said, as if worried about Li Renqiao.

"It's all arranged by the family. How about whether it is successful or not?" Li Renqiao said indifferently. He and Liu Zixuan had already made an agreement in private. Let's put aside each other's family members first. Everyone has his own. Freedom, no interference with the other party.

"Oh." Situ Nan nodded and stopped questioning.He has a good impression of Liu Zixuan, and sincerely hopes that she and Li Renqiao will succeed.

In addition to Liu Zixuan, Situ Nan soon met a celebrity from Nanyang, who was Huang Huilan, the daughter of Huang Zhonghan, the sugar king, a fashionable and beautiful woman.

Soon after leaving Bencheng, Situ Nan came to Singapore.Singapore is the most shining pearl in the South Seas. It is located at the southern tip of the Malay Peninsula and on the north shore of the Strait of Malacca. It is strategically positioned as the throat from Asia to the West.The British took control of Singapore, just as they did in the Strait of Gibraltar, Suez, Cape of Good Hope and other places, the British Empire captured the world's important golden waterways.

Situ Nan looked at the fort built by the British on the Strait of Malacca and couldn't help cursing the British. John Bull was so greedy, no wonder he became a public enemy of the world!Situ Nan thought maliciously.

Singapore is not only a strategic location, but also an important commercial city in Nanyang. It has convenient shipping and developed commerce. Many large global companies have opened branches or offices in Singapore.Meihua Company is no exception, and the Nanyang branch of Meihua Bank is located in Singapore.

Singapore is also a city inhabited by Chinese. Like Penang, the Chinese population accounts for the majority of Singapore’s hundreds of thousands of people.For hundreds of years, Chinese have been doing business in Singapore, reclaiming land, and irrigating Singapore's prosperity with their own sweat.

Seeing the familiar accents that often come on the street, Situ Nan sighed in his heart, no wonder there will be a country dominated by Chinese in later generations!

Except for some arrogant European whites, the Chinese have a decisive role in the city of Singapore in terms of business, agriculture, and industry.Historically, during the War of Resistance, Singapore once became the rear of the Chinese to support the motherland in the war against Japan. A large amount of material funds were raised in Singapore and then shipped to the mainland through the southwest.

In all fairness, Situ Nan believes that Singapore's development potential is better than Penang, and its economic radiation capacity may cover the entire Southeast Asia. In the future, the William Consortium’s investment in Nanyang should be more inclined to Singapore.

Before Situ Nan had time to investigate the business environment of Singapore, he received Huang Zhonghan's invitation. It turned out that Huang's daughter, Huang Huilan, was the daughter of Huang Zhonghan's most beloved daughter.

When Situ Nan and Laura walked into the Huang's house with great spirits, he found that there were a lot of guests. Even the governor of the British Straits Settlements also attended the show, followed by a large group of important officials of the British Straits Settlements government.In addition to politicians, many consuls from various countries in Singapore have also come, and Chinese businessmen from Southeast Asia have also flocked.

Singapore is the headquarters of the Chinese Chamber of Commerce, so Singapore's wealthy Chinese businessmen abound, much more than the Chinese businessmen Situ Nam saw in Penang.

The arrival of Situ Nan and his wife robbed a lot of the host family's elegance. Situ Nan's handsomeness and Laura's beauty and generosity were a match made in heaven. They walked along the way and attracted many people's attention.Many people are speculating about the origin of this pair of young people?

Some Chinese businessmen who had a relationship with Situ Nan at the Penang Chinese Chamber of Commerce came to say hello to Situ Nan.

Although most of Situ Nan did not know him, he nodded with a gentle smile and walked towards Huang Zhonghan slowly.

"Mr. Huang, it is really lively today. Guests gather and celebrities from all walks of life gather. It can be seen that your influence in Nanyang is unmatched!" Situ Nan complimented.

"Where and where, Mr. and Mrs. Situ is very honored to be here." Huang Zhonghan's tone is a little humble, and his attitude is much better than last time, making Situ Nan a little surprised.

He didn't know that Huang Zhonghan had been paying attention to Situ Nam and Meihua Company since the last time he was in the Chinese Chamber of Commerce in Penang.During this period of time, Huang Zhonghan saw Meihua's big moves in Penang. He did not expect that the development of Li's Tin Company, supported by Meihua Company, exceeded his expectations. He controlled the horse through the Chinese Tin Association. More and more tin markets coming to Asia tend to compete with British tin merchants.This is not a trend, but is getting closer and closer to the truth.

What made Huang Zhonghan even more surprised was that Meihua Company, which had won the Chinese tin industry market, was not satisfied at all, and successively entered the rubber market in Malaya. Qianyi Company and Acorn International Company were also in the rubber market in Malay Peninsula. It has made frequent attempts to purchase rubber plantations in large quantities. At the same time, it has continuously recruited workers from the mainland to open up farms and grow rubber.

At this moment, Huang Zhonghan was a little surprised.He increasingly discovered the mysterious and powerful Meihua Company.Through the relationship with the United States, he knew that Meihua has a large number of industries and businesses not only in Southeast Asia, but also in the Americas, Mainland China, and Europe. At the same time, it also has a large bank with widely distributed branches, Meihua Bank, which is worthy of the name. Big consortium.

"Mr. Huang, what's the matter with you?" Situ Nan felt that Huang Zhonghan's gaze was a little strange, and he looked at himself in a daze, and couldn't help but remind.

"Haha. It's okay." Huang Zhonghan reacted immediately, thinking, so keen, just now he was absent for a moment, but was caught by Situ Nan.

At this time, a woman with bright eyes and snow teeth, dragging a white long skirt, walked down the stairs, her dress was very fashionable and the means were good, and her gentle smile was set off by the luxurious decorations. While being noble, it also carries youthful vitality.

"Miss Huang Huilan, she is so beautiful!" someone praised.

Many young boys looked straight, and the elderly guests looked more stable, but they still couldn't help but look at Huang Huilan.

Situ Nan was not so uncomfortable. He took Huang Huilan's eyes back and looked at Laura's moving eyes. In his heart, although Huang Huilan was good, he was far worse than his lover.This is not only because the lover came out of Xi Shi, but also from Situ Nan's knowledge of Huang Huilan in his previous life.

Had it not been for Situ Nan's intervention, Huang Huilan might have been in contact with Gu Weijun, and would soon become Gu Weijun's wife, and had never become the most aggressive diplomatic wife in Europe.Unfortunately, due to the early advent of sulfa, Gu Weijun's wife Tang Yue did not die of the Spanish flu as in history. The couple were very loving, so there was nothing wrong with Huang Huilan.

Unknowingly demolishing a marriage is a merit!Lest they get married and leave.Situ Nan felt bored in his heart.He smiled at Huang Zhonghan beside him: "Mr. Huang is so lucky! Lingyuan is very beautiful and decent."

Huang Zhonghan smiled triumphantly, somewhat proud.His wife has a basket, and his sons and daughters have a basket, but in addition to his sons, many of his daughters he thinks are not his own, so he does not value his children.

He pays great attention to blood.The Huang family has the inheritance of bending the little finger, and he will not admit anyone who does not have a bent little finger.But Huang Huilan's little finger can't be bent, but Huang Zhonghan still believes that Huang Huilan is her own species, because he firmly believes that the original wife he is marrying is a decent person and will not be sorry for himself.Not only that, Huang Zhonghan also treats Huang Huilan as a palm statement bead, doubly affectionate.

Huang Huilan walked up to Huang Zhonghan generously and looked at the outstanding Situ Nan couple. She was a little curious, and said softly, "Abba! Who are these two?"

"Hehe, Mr. Situ, this is the little girl Huilan." Huang Zhonghan smiled at Situ Nan, and then took Huang Huilan's hand, and smiled, "This is Situ Nan and his wife Laura, they are from the United States. . Say hello to the guests, Alan."

Huang Zhonghan patted his daughter's hand lightly, his eyes full of dozing.

"Miss Cymbidium, hello. You are very beautiful, although I shouldn't have another woman in front of my wife." Situ Nan smiled mildly and gave a little humor.

"Mr. Situ, you are also very handsome!" Huang Huilan smiled playfully, then turned to say hello to Laura, and talked to Laura about foreign high-class women.I have to say that Huang Huilan has a natural charm in social situations. Although she has not received systematic education, she is smart since she was a child. She speaks English, French, Dutch... and other six languages. She is lively and cheerful, and she immediately won Laura. Good impression.

Seeing the enthusiasm of Laura and the most beautiful diplomatic lady in the Far East in history, Situ Nan shrugged and focused his attention on Huang Zhonghan.If possible, he hopes to have a frank talk with the sugar king.

Chapter 53: Can I Trust You

The glitz is gone and return to the source.When the noisy and lively banquet ended, Situ Nan was sitting in the small pavilion of the Huang's house and sipping a cup of fragrant tea. The scent of tea was very relaxing.

When he came to Nanyang, Situ Nan often stayed with those Chinese businessmen, so he had more opportunities to drink tea, and his arty level improved a bit.

Huang Zhonghan sat aside, neither of them spoke, tasting tea in silence.In addition, there is a fifteen or sixteen-year-old young man who pours tea for Situ Nan from time to time, with an indescribable attitude.

He is Huang Zhonghan's second son, Huang Zongxiao. He is one of the lucky ones among Huang Zhonghan's many children. He is very loved by Huang Zhonghan, so he is often by his side again.

Huang Zhonghan is strict with his children, so Huang Zongxiao has always been very disciplined in front of his father. Looking at the leisurely appearance of Situ Nan who is not much older than himself, Huang Zongxiao has a little admiration in his heart. He has never seen anyone who can relax in front of his father. Expressively, the managers of the company are so arrogant outside, but when you see your father, aren't they just like cats?

"Mr. Huang not only has a beautiful pearl, but also a sensible son like Xuanxiao, which is really enviable." Situ Nan put down his cup and smiled at Huang Zongxiao.

"Hehe. He, just be honest in front of me, don't I know how wild I am when I am away?" Huang Zhonghan glanced at his son and said.

After being swept by Huang Zhonghan, Huang Zongxiao was timid, and immediately lowered his head, avoiding his eyes, not daring to face Huang Zhonghan.

"Okay, I have something to say with Mr. Situ, you don't need to wait for you, let's go!" Huang Zhonghan waved his hand, not in a good mood.

Huang Zongxiao was like an amnesty, and walked away quickly.

Huang Zhonghan shook his head. This son is good at everything, but he has less courage.

"Mr. Huang is too strict, young people should be more lively." Situ Nan said casually.The expressions of Huang's father and son just now fell in his eyes.

"Hehe. If he has two points from you, I have to ignore him. As my son, Huang Zhonghan, he must grow up as soon as possible. If I don't be strict with him now, there will be no chance in the future. Alas, that kid is smart and smart , It would be nice if you were bolder." Huang Zhonghan said regretfully.

He is also getting older, and he has to start thinking about heirs.In addition to Huang Zongxiao, his eldest son Huang Zongxuan is also favored by him, but they are not good enough, at least not enough to preserve the Huang family consortium.

Now that the Huang’s consortium’s industry in Indonesia has been increasingly suppressed by the Dutch colonial government, the greedy guys would have succeeded if it hadn’t managed to maintain it.

What Huang Zhonghan worries most is that once he dies, the Huang consortium will not be able to withstand the pressure of the colonial government and will decline.Therefore, in recent years, he has consciously decentralized the transfer of assets. In addition to continuing to operate the sugar industry, he has also invested heavily in shipping and banking. Most of these investments are in the more enlightened Malaya to avoid exploitation by the Dutch colonial government.

Although most of the industries are in Java, Huang Zhonghan prefers to live in Singapore and his stay in Singapore is getting longer and longer. In his opinion, the British are a little better than the Dutch.