Chapter 208 A Dance Worth a Thousand Dollars
At the end of the dinner, Liu Zhicheng mentioned to Director Yuan the construction of the local area network interconnection in the Shekou factory area, and proposed the plan to interconnect with Hong Kong, as well as the intention to invest in the construction of a truck factory in the Mainland.

"Mr. Liu, I will report your two questions to the higher authorities and have the relevant departments contact you."

The large-scale construction of the Internet in the mainland began in 89. From that year on, it took five years to build four major backbone networks.

In 1993, the NCFC backbone network project was completed, and the three school networks were successfully interconnected and subsequently connected to the world Internet.

It is only 86, so the time node is still a little ahead of schedule, and the mainland has very strict management of communications.

Even though Director Yuan was very supportive of Liu Zhicheng's project, there were several factory sites in Shekou and internal networks needed to be interconnected.

The backbone fiber optic network that needs to be built must pass through public areas in the city, which requires approval from the postal and telecommunications departments.

The mainland is still relatively unfamiliar with the Internet and there are no clear policies.

Unexpectedly, Liu Zhicheng's proposal received a positive response from the postal and telecommunications departments.

After all, the biggest purpose of establishing a special administrative region is to carry out various innovative pilot projects, so they are naturally welcoming of such advanced things.

Finally, the three parties sat down together and began negotiations to come up with a feasible plan for network construction.

Within a few days, Orange Technology reached a preliminary plan with the postal department of Pengcheng City.

The communication network at the Orange Technology and Chigo International factories is an internal project of Liu Zhicheng's company, built and managed by the company itself, and the postal and telecommunications departments will not interfere.

However, the backbone communication network connecting these areas was funded and built by Liu Zhicheng, but the management rights are jointly exercised by Orange Technology and the postal and telecommunications departments.

All third parties accessing this network must be approved by the postal and telecommunications department.

As for the interconnection with Hong Kong, the postal and telecommunications departments of Pengcheng are more cautious and said that it must be approved by higher authorities before it can be implemented.

Although the two sides have made a major breakthrough, the postal and telecommunications departments still retain a certain power, that is, the mainland postal and telecommunications departments can acquire the ownership of this backbone network at cost price.

This plan is a typical "crossing the river by feeling the stones" approach, and the relevant mainland departments can move forward and backward freely.

When Orange Technology handed the negotiation plan to Liu Zhicheng for approval, he agreed to approve it without hesitation, as the opportunity was fleeting.

With the support of Pengcheng's postal and telecommunications departments, Orange Technology's special zone metropolitan area network construction soon entered the formal implementation stage.

It is not slower than the laying of the Hong Kong metropolitan area network, which also reflects the speed of Pengcheng.

Previously, when the Shekou Industrial Park was being built, Juzi Technology had collaborated with the Pengcheng Post and Telecommunications Department on communications projects many times.

This construction project was an eye-opener for the postal and telecommunications departments of Pengcheng.

Orange Technology Company is wealthy and powerful, and this project used all of the world's most advanced fiber optic products to build the backbone network.

Of course, what the mainland postal and telecommunications departments can see is only the physical network connection and hardware foundation of Orange Technology's local area network.

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Sunday, Shangri-La Hotel.

After Liu Zhicheng returned from Pengcheng, he was invited by ATV to attend a celebrity charity dinner.

Liu Zhicheng usually selectively attends such social events. Given his current distinguished status, he cannot really be invited to ordinary celebrity or upper-class dinners.

He would only be able to attend the banquet if he was invited by the head of one of the top ten chaebols in Hong Kong.

But the charity dinner was hosted by Asia Television, and Liu Zhicheng was also its shareholder, so he had to give them some face and show his support.

Moreover, Liu Zhicheng also intended to take over ATV from Qiu Degen, so he readily agreed to the invitation.

As soon as Liu Zhicheng arrived at the door of the hall, all the guests in the hall turned their attention to him. Several of them put down their social engagements and happily came forward to greet him.

Some people who didn't know Liu Zhicheng's appearance were immediately curious: "Who is he? Why is he so famous?"

At this time, if his companions around him heard it, they would definitely give him a look of contempt.

"Mr. Liu Zhicheng, you look so young." Some people who had only seen Liu Zhicheng in the media exclaimed.

"Who says it's not true? Youth is our capital."

"Back then, some people said his youth was a disadvantage, but now it is his advantage."

"That's right! He is the head of a billionaire, the richest Chinese, and he will keep his position for decades. I'm afraid some old people will hate him to death because he will never have the chance to get this honor in his lifetime."

The guests all turned their eyes to Liu Zhicheng, and were envious of the person who greeted them so warmly.

Qiu Degen stretched out his right hand and said happily: "Mr. Liu's visit brings honor to our humble home!"

The two had had unpleasant experiences because of the Far Eastern Bank, but Liu Zhicheng was in his prime, and even though Qiu Degen had no need for him now, he did not dare to look down on him.

After all, Hong Kong is so small that we will meet each other sooner or later. There will definitely be other cooperation in the business world in the future.

What's more, tonight is ATV's charity dinner. Liu Zhicheng is not only a shareholder of ATV, but also Liu Zhicheng was invited by him. Of course, he cannot be neglected.

"Mr. Qiu, you are too polite. As a shareholder of ATV, I should take the initiative to participate in ATV's activities. Besides, I am most willing to do charity. I am very honored to attend today's dinner." Liu Zhicheng said politely.

Liu Zhicheng is indeed happy to do charity, and the Yanxin Zhicheng Charity Fund donates hundreds of millions of Hong Kong dollars every year.

Because "charitable donations" can increase a person's fame and social influence, and can also bring a sense of peace to one's heart.

Moreover, it also helped Liu Zhicheng's career, so the Liu family was very happy about it.

After a brief chat, Qiu Degen saw that several of Liu Zhicheng's friends had also come over, so he went to greet other guests.

Liu Zhicheng first looked at Huo Daxiang, Xu Daxiang and others, and said with a smile: "Okay, you are coming to the charity dinner, why didn't you say hello to me in advance?"

Since they met through football, their relationship has grown stronger day by day, and they basically get together once a month.

Xu Daheng climbed up to Liu Zhicheng's shoulders and joked, "We didn't know that you, such a big shot, would come to this banquet, so we didn't say hello to you."

Liu Zhicheng elbowed him directly, but then he held back and said unhappily, "You must have taken a fancy to a certain Asian sister. Let me tell you, happiness is better shared than happiness alone."

After listening to Liu Zhicheng's "run", the two of them couldn't help but pause. How could this be enjoyed by everyone?

At this time, Huo Daheng quietly said to Liu Zhicheng: "Zhicheng, you are not really interested in that Asian sister, are you?"

Everyone knows that Liu Zhicheng is a playboy tycoon, so it is normal for him to take a fancy to any Asian sister.

Liu Zhicheng shook his head and whispered, "I haven't really paid attention to it recently. Does anyone have any recommendations?"

Huo Daheng just smiled without answering, then gave Liu Zhicheng a look of contempt.

But they really misunderstood that Liu Zhicheng attended the dinner just to take over ATV. He knew in his heart that the real reason for Qiu Degen to sell the company was that there would be a fire at ATV's headquarters this year and Qiu Degen was investigated for falsifying accounts.

Now Liu Zhicheng has the funds ready at any time, just waiting for ATV to be investigated for falsifying accounts.

Of course, he could also find someone to secretly report Qiu Degen for cooking the books so that he could buy ATV in advance.

Everyone has the responsibility to report violations of the law, and Liu Zhicheng does not feel ashamed of such things.

What's more, Qiu Degen is an experienced man, so he won't be in too much trouble.

In his previous life, he successfully escaped danger because of his advanced age and Alzheimer's disease.

A few people chatted for a while, and then the dinner officially began. Everyone took their seats under the guidance of the etiquette ladies.

Under the guidance of the etiquette lady, Liu Zhicheng came to the main table and sat with Qiu Degen and others.

Next, let’s officially start tonight’s charity event.

Many philanthropic people auction off their collections and jewelry, and all the proceeds are used for charity.

Those who participate in the auction are naturally enthusiastic about charity. They generally don’t mind how high the price of the auction items is, and they just want to contribute to charity.

As each item was sold, this charity dinner auction was a complete success.

But everyone suddenly realized that the tycoon Liu Zhicheng had not raised his sign, and they couldn't help but feel a little slanderous about him.

But everyone didn't know that Liu Zhicheng was staring at the new "Miss Asia" Li Zhi not far away, and he was lost in thought and almost forgot about tonight's auction.

When the auction was about halfway through, Liu Zhicheng said to Qiu Degen beside him:

"Mr. Qiu, don't you think tonight's charity dinner is too ordinary? The media will lack shocking topics. I wonder if we can hold an auction with 'Dancing with Miss Li Zhi' as the project?"

Qiu Degen is also an experienced media person. He knows the shocking nature of this topic and said without hesitation: "Of course, Miss Asia represents beauty and kindness. Mr. Liu, it's a good idea. I will arrange it right away."

Qiu Degen quickly arranged the staff and negotiated with Li Zhi while communicating with the emcee.

Li Zhi knew that this was a good opportunity to increase her fame, and it was also a charity, which was very beneficial to her career development.

If a big shot in the city could film himself dancing, it would be like a phoenix flying to the tree.

"Okay, but I hope the emcee will say that it was my initiative when introducing me."

Li Zhi is not stupid. He knows that taking the initiative to bring it up will help build his own personality.

The charity auction continued, and when it was almost over, the emcee was very cooperative and introduced it in a passionate tone:
"Tonight's finale charity auction is - Dance with Miss Asia Li Zhi!
Miss Li Zhi is a beauty that we rarely see in 50 years. She took the initiative to propose this project tonight because she hopes to make a contribution to charity!
She also promised that no matter how much the auction price was, she would donate another 3 Hong Kong dollars as charity funds.

She is indeed a beautiful and kind-hearted Asian lady. Gentlemen, are you indifferent? Okay, start bidding now."

In fact, the scene was a bit quiet for a while! No one was the first to bid!
Why is this?

It turns out that although Li Zhi is a great beauty and Miss Asia, she is nicknamed "Canmei" in the circle and has been ostracized to a certain extent.

What's more, tonight, some people are confused about the situation and some people dare not step forward easily.

At this time, Xu Daheng was the first to shout out: "I'll pay 20 yuan, and I hope I can have the honor of dancing with the beautiful Miss Li Zhi!"

Suddenly, everyone's eyes turned to Mr. Xu. Mr. Xu was a famous playboy in Hong Kong and he didn't care what others thought.

Xu Daheng knew that what happened tonight must have been Liu Zhicheng's idea.

As soon as he finished shouting out the price, he looked at Liu Zhicheng, as if saying: I'll give you face.

At this price, even the top actresses in the entertainment industry wouldn’t get this treatment!
Could this be the most expensive dance in Hong Kong?
The MC excitedly said, "20 Hong Kong dollars! Is there anyone willing to offer a higher price?"

Liu Zhicheng smiled at Xu Daheng and shouted, "25 Hong Kong dollars!"

"27!" Xu Daheng continued. The fancy sedan was carried by everyone. If Liu Zhicheng could bid a high price to dance with Li Zhi, wouldn't it show his sincerity?

"30 million!"

When Liu Zhicheng offered 30 Hong Kong dollars, the audience burst into warm applause, and he became the center of attention for a while.

At this time, Liu Zhicheng was already a public figure, and everyone knew about his romantic affairs, so he gladly accepted the applause.

At this time, Li Zhi was eager to dance with Liu Daheng immediately so that he could sell himself to a wealthy family.

In the end, after two rounds of bidding, Liu Zhicheng won the opportunity to dance with Li Zhi at a sky-high price of 30 yuan.

"Congratulations to Mr. Liu for getting the chance to dance with Miss Asia Li Zhi. Thank you Mr. Liu and Miss Li Zhi for your contribution to charity.

Now, let's hand the stage over to Mr. Liu and Ms. Li Zhi. Let's applaud and welcome the dance of the talented man and beautiful woman. "

Liu Zhicheng walked towards Li Zhi with a smile, stretched out his left hand like a gentleman, and waited for Li Zhi to put his hand on it.

Li Zhi looked honored and happy. He put his hand on Liu Zhicheng's hand, and then they walked slowly towards the stage together.

As he was in public, Liu Zhicheng did not dare to look too recklessly, and only paused at "four taels" for a moment.

It is true that 'a thousand pounds of friendship cannot defeat four ounces of breasts', no wonder she can charm so many big shots.

"Mr. Liu, please take care of me!" Li Zhi said generously.

"This request I made today is rather presumptuous. I hope I have not caused you any trouble."

"No, it's my honor to be able to dance with Mr. Liu and contribute to charity!"

Tonight is a charity dinner, so naturally many media reporters were invited. Liu Zhicheng and Li Zhi danced on the stage.

This scene will naturally be photographed by reporters and will definitely make the front page of tomorrow's newspaper.

Li Zhi is actually not very popular in the entertainment industry, but now with the support of the richest man Liu Zhicheng, I'm afraid that few people will dare to deny him face in the future.

When the dance ended, there was warm applause from the audience, which was the best proof.

After stepping down, Liu Zhicheng and Li Zhi exchanged contact information to lay the foundation for the next communication.

Even if there is some scandal with Liu Zhicheng, it will help to enhance Li Zhi's value and status in the entertainment industry.

Therefore, even if Liu Zhicheng made a special request tonight, Li Zhi would agree without hesitation.

(End of this chapter)