In Manhattan in May, an early morning crept in. The sunlight of that day seemed to be extraordinarily soft, and it gently sprinkled on the Statue of Liberty standing above the harbor through the layers of clouds, and the light seemed to be a torch in her hand, illuminating every corner of the city, and also symbolizing the eternal freedom and tolerance here.
However, for Qin Hui, the former billionaire and the glorious creator of the original "Heaven and Earth" nightclub, this morning was like a heavy stone, weighing on his heart and making him breathless. After months of nightmarish imprisonment, he was finally sentenced by a U.S. court — he not only had to endure criminal penalties for immigration fraud and other crimes, but was also forced to give up the green card that once represented his U.S. identity and was ruthlessly deported after completing his sentence.
Before leaving, Qin Hui stood on the streets of Manhattan, looking at the familiar and unfamiliar land in front of him, with mixed feelings in his heart. He wept, and in those tears, there was not only remorse for his past mistakes, but also fear of confusion in the future, but more importantly, he was deeply concerned about his three children living in the United States. He knew that he was about to embark on a road full of unknowns, and the most reassuring thing for him was the children who were still living and growing up here. Their future, their happiness, has become an inseparable pain in Qin Hui's heart.
Qin Hui was born in 1968 in the midst of the prosperity of Beijing. In his early years, he demonstrated keen business acumen and an indomitable fighting spirit. After grinding in a state-owned unit, he resolutely resigned from his stable job, joined the business world, and began his entrepreneurial journey.
Among the companies in Guangzhou and Hong Kong, Qin Hui quickly rose to prominence with his extraordinary talent and hard work, accumulating valuable business experience. These experiences not only honed his business acumen, but also laid a solid foundation for his future development.
In 1995, Qin Hui ushered in a major turning point in his life. With the $1.8 million he borrowed, he bravely bought the "Heaven and Earth" nightclub in the bustling area of Beijing. He knows that this is not only a business investment, but also a challenge and test of his business philosophy.
With a unique business philosophy and an accurate grasp of the market, Qin Hui has successfully built "Heaven and Earth" into a shining pearl of Beijing's nightlife. He pays attention to service quality and customer experience, so that every guest who steps into the "heaven and earth" can feel the warmth and comfort of being at home.
Under Qin Hui's careful management, "Heaven and Earth" has risen rapidly and become the representative of Beijing's nightlife. It is not only an ideal place for businessmen to discuss cooperation, but also a gathering place for young people to pursue fashion and trends. And all these achievements are inseparable from Qin Hui's keen business sense, unremitting efforts and unique business philosophy.
In the bustling city, there is a nightclub called "Heaven and Earth", which has attracted the attention of countless celebrities and aristocrats with its luxurious decoration, top-notch service and various high-end activities. They linger here and enjoy the ultimate joy and luxury in the world.
However, as the reputation of "Heaven and Earth" became more and more famous, the owner behind it, Qin Hui, also began to face many challenges. He knows that in order to gain a foothold in this highly competitive market, he must continue to innovate and improve quality. As a result, he continued to expand the business area of the nightclub, and the decoration became more and more luxurious, striving to bring more perfect experience to his guests.
According to media disclosures, in the renovation process in 2003, Qin Hui did not hesitate to invest a huge amount of money, and the decoration alone cost as much as 160 million yuan. He knows that although this investment is huge, as long as it can be exchanged for the satisfaction of the guests, everything is worth it.
At the same time, Qin Hui is not satisfied with developing only in the nightclub sector. He began to get involved in other fields, and acquired a number of listed companies through capital operation, and gradually formed the "Zhuojing Department" that was once in the limelight. His business empire grew larger and more influential. However, just when Qin Hui's career was in full swing, he was investigated by relevant departments on suspicion of bribery and other crimes.
On April 26, 2005, Qin Hui was solemnly arrested on suspicion of bribery, and was only released on bail pending trial after paying a large amount of deposit. Since then, he has gradually hidden himself from public view, turning his heart to the vast business empire. However, fate doesn't seem to let him go, and a sudden storm is about to sweep over.
Time flies, and in the blink of an eye, it is May 2010. At that time, the once prosperous and noisy "heaven and earth" was suddenly rectified by the relevant departments and ordered to suspend business for six months. This sudden blow caused Qin Hui's business territory to suffer an unprecedented blow. However, he did not lie down there, but resolutely embarked on a journey to the other side of the ocean, seeking new business opportunities and development paths.
In this journey full of challenges and opportunities, Qin Hui's family has also experienced earth-shaking changes. He parted ways with his wife who had been with him for many years, and instead entered into marriage with a woman in the United States, and together they conceived a new life. Behind the seemingly peaceful and happy life, there is endless pressure and trouble, which makes Qin Hui feel tormented.
As Qin Hui's business empire expanded, so did his ambitions. Rather than just succeeding in business, he began to look to the more complex realm of politics. However, politics is not as simple as he thinks, it requires the qualities of wisdom, courage and integrity. But Qin Hui didn't seem to realize this, and he chose to use money to pave his political path.
According to court documents, Qin Hui donated a huge sum of up to $16,000 in the name of others to New York City officials and congressional candidates in just one year. In this way, he hopes to be able to exchange political support and interests. However, his behavior was soon revealed, causing widespread public concern and condemnation.
In addition, Qin Hui has also been criticized for some dishonest behavior. When applying for permanent residency in the United States, he used false information to get by. While living in New York, he fraudulently obtained a Florida driver's license. These actions not only damaged his personal image, but also put him in trouble legally.
In the end, these crimes weighed on Qin Hui's body like heavy stones. He thought that he could change his fate through money and power, but he didn't expect to end up in prison because of it.
On that sunny September day in 2023, a shocking incident caused an uproar on the streets of New York. At that time, Qin Hui was decisively arrested by the American police for attempting to attack his ex-wife Liu Duo.
It is said that Qin Hui was extremely emotional that day, and with a heavy axe in his hand, he rushed violently towards the apartment where Liu Duo lived. He tried to use the sharp axe to smash open a closed, tightly locked door, apparently with the intention of committing violence against his ex-wife. Fortunately, Liu Duo found out in time and called the police, and the police quickly arrived at the scene to stop Qin Hui's crazy behavior.
And a few months before that, Qin Hui had already attacked his ex-wife once. That time, he even tried to strangle Liu Duo, but fortunately was discovered and stopped by his neighbors in time. These extreme behaviors not only exposed his irascible and irritable personality, but also further exacerbated his negative image in American society.
Faced with the sanction of the law and the condemnation of public opinion, Qin Hui finally chose to plead guilty. On March 18, 2024, in the solemn U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York, he stood in the courtroom and bowed his head to confess his crime. In addition to the charges of attempted assault on his ex-wife, he pleaded guilty to political contributions, immigration fraud, and falsifying identity documents.
In order to minimize the severe punishment he faced, Qin Hui finally made a difficult decision after careful consideration. He agreed to give up the green card he had coveted and accept the penalty of deportation. The decision, painful, seemed to him as a relief, as he knew it would significantly shorten his sentence.
Originally, depending on the crime he committed, Qin Hui could face up to 27 years in prison. This number was simply astronomical to him, and he could not imagine that he would have to spend such a long and painful time in prison. But now, with his compromise and cooperation, the sentence has been drastically reduced to just six months. Although 6 months is not a short time, at least he sees the dawn of hope and has the possibility of starting over.
At the trial scene of the Manhattan Superior Court, Qin Hui's mood was extremely heavy. His face was full of helplessness and remorse, as if every cell was telling of his pain and remorse. He admitted that he had used false information in his application for a green card in an attempt to obtain this valuable piece of identity by deception. He also confessed frankly that while living in New York, he had fraudulently obtained a Florida driver's license.
In the face of the judge's questioning and the public's accusations, Qin Hui could not hide his shame and remorse. His tears flowed uncontrollably, as if to pour out all his remorse and pain. He is well aware that his mistakes have brought great harm to society and others, and he is willing to pay the price for this and accept the punishment of the law.
At the moment of his release from prison, Qin Hui's mood was both emotional and complicated. He stood at the gate of the prison, the sun shining on him, but it seemed difficult to dispel the gloom in his heart. The most reassuring thing for him is the three children living in the United States. They are the softest part of his heart, and they are also the biggest concern on the road of his life.
During the interview, Qin Hui's voice trembled a little. He looked into the distance, as if he could cross thousands of mountains and rivers and see the life of his three precious children in the United States. He said affectionately: "The three children I am most worried about are those three children in the United States. They are my hope, the continuation of my life, and my future dependence. I don't know if I'll ever see them again, and the thought of it makes my heart feel like a knife. ”
Speaking of this, Qin Hui's eyes were already moist. He struggled to keep his emotions under control and not let the tears flow. But those deep thoughts and worries came to his heart like a tide, making him unable to hold himself. In the end, he still shed tears, which was his longing and guilt for his children, as well as his uncertainty and confusion about the future.
In the early morning of May 9, Qin Hui arrived at Manhattan Airport early. He was dressed in simple and modest clothes and carried a suitcase full of memories and emotion. He stood in front of the boarding gate, looking at the city that had given him countless glory and dreams, and his heart was full of regret and reluctance.
He knew that if he left, he might never come back. He may no longer be able to grow up with his children and see what their future will look like. These regrets and reluctance weighed on his heart like a heavy stone, making him feel suffocated.
But Qin Hui also understands that life is always full of unknowns and variables. He must be strong in the face of reality and brave into the future. He believes that as long as there is love and hope in his heart, he can overcome all difficulties and find his own future.
So, he took a deep breath and boarded the plane to China with a determined step.
Qin Hui's future direction seems confusing to most people. We don't know which path he will continue on, whether it will be a bright road or a rugged path, everything is full of uncertainty. But one thing is certain, and that is that he has to face his past mistakes and choices, which is an inescapable fact.
Back then, Qin Hui dominated the business world and single-handedly built a huge business empire, but who would have thought that he would one day stand on the opposite side of the law. When he stood in the courtroom, facing the cold letter of the law, the feeling in his heart was probably mixed. The glory of the past and the loneliness of the present form a stark contrast, which makes people feel emotional.
This story not only shows us the cruelty and ruthlessness of the business world, but also shows us the justice and fairness of equality before the law. Whether you are a business tycoon or an ordinary person, as long as you break the law, you must accept the punishment you deserve. This is also a warning to each of us: no matter when and where, we must abide by the laws and regulations and be a good law-abiding citizen.
Now that Qin Hui has returned to China, what will his future hold? Will his business empire continue to grow? Will he be able to regain his former glory? These questions are full of curiosity and anticipation. But in any case, we hope that he will learn from it and start his life journey anew. After all, life is a long way to go, and we still have a long way to go.