Hong Kong Island: From a small stall to a global supplier

Wang Yaotang's loyal subordinate, Pira Thasin Wuxin, who had just become a Chinese and named himself Wuxin, sat respectfully to the side of Wang Yaotang with his legs together.

The fact that he gave himself a Chinese name so quickly made Wang Yaotang wonder if this guy's ancestors were actually Chinese.
40% of Thailand’s population has Chinese ancestry, and it is indeed known that many Chinese families are active in both political and business circles.

The Shinawatra family (ancestral home in Meizhou, Guangdong) produced three consecutive prime ministers in the telecommunications industry.

Sang Long Lang (Suriya Jungrungruangkit) (ancestral home in Puning, Guangdong) is the current acting prime minister, and his business is in the automobile manufacturing industry.

The Thanakorn family (Juangroongruangkit) founded the New Future Party in 2019 and is involved in the automotive parts manufacturing industry.

Xie Yichu (Chearavanont) is a member of the CP Group.

Zheng Xinping (Chirathivat) Shangtai Group.

Xu Shupiao, Charoen Vidya, Red Bull.

Chen Bichen, Chinsoponpanich, Bangkok Bank.

Su Xuming, Chalin Xiliwatanapadi, TCC Group.

Huang Tianxi, Sarasin, Siam Cement.

Lu Dequan, Bursuk, Pepsi Thailand.

Huang Zhansheng, Li Dacheng, Liu Shaoyi...

Too much.

Thailand, as the only country in Southeast Asia that was not colonized, relied on the commercial network and technical capabilities of the Chinese. During Chulalongkorn's reforms in the 19th century, the construction of railways and the development of mineral resources relied heavily on the strength of the Chinese.

This is thanks to Thailand's long-standing friendly attitude and integration policies towards the Chinese. In contrast, other Southeast Asian countries had rulers who either confronted or rejected the Chinese, and were ultimately defeated in the subsequent wave of colonization.

Therefore, Pira Thasin Wusin insisted that his ancestors came from Guangdong, and Wang Yaotang had no choice but to believe him.

With a slightly amused cough, Wang Yaotang called for someone to come in and clean the red wine off the table and carpet, and to make tea. The two then moved to a different spot to chat.

"They've asked you to question me; have you thought about how you're going to respond?"

“To tell you the truth,” Pira Thasin Wusin said with a smile, “I was forcibly searched by your men, and my two subordinates can testify to this. After that, I was humiliated and kicked out. That’s all.”

“I’ve thought it over. If things go wrong, it might actually be a good thing for me. They can’t bring me down because of this, because no one could do it if they took over. Nobody wants to take on this mess.” Pira Thasin Wusin said with a self-deprecating laugh, “On the contrary, if I do things well, I might be used as a pawn to be discarded.”

Wang Yaotang clicked his tongue twice, "How can you manage Thailand well while hanging out with this bunch of insects!"

Pira Thasin Wusin nodded in agreement.

Wang Yaotang looked at Pira Thasin Wusin with a serious expression. “These powerful and wealthy people are a bunch of giant leeches that reek of decay and rot. They only know how to leech blood off the Thai people. In order to ensure that their families can continue to leech blood for a long time, they will do everything they can to prevent any possibility of Thailand’s rise. And you, Pira Thasin Wusin, as someone who loves Thailand and the Thai people with all your heart, you cannot bear to see all of this happen. You are in pain, you regret, you are sad, you are heartbroken.”

As Wang Yaotang spoke, Pira Thasin Wuxin began to truly listen, believe, and feel. He raised his hand to his chest. As the police chief, he had seen far too many crime cases, each corresponding to a family tragedy. And he knew that, in fact, hundreds of times more tragedies were happening all the time.

At that moment, he seemed to see those giant leeches wriggling, and countless Thai people struggling in pain beneath him. As he immersed himself in the scene, he immediately felt pain, regret, and sorrow, but even more so, anger!
Every politician is a master performer, because they never have to retake scenes!

Wang Yaotang's voice still echoed in my ears.

“These negative emotions gnaw at Pira Thasin Wusin’s heart. You can’t face your own weakness. Your faith tells you that you can no longer remain silent. You have to do something for the country you love with all your heart, for the millions of Thai people!”

Pira Thasin Wusin suddenly stood up, his chest heaving rapidly!
"You muster your courage, you plunge headfirst into the political vortex, you vow never to back down, even if there is an abyss ahead, even if there is endless hell ahead, you will do your best to open a gap in the evil wall built by these corrupt and powerful people, and keep expanding it, for the Thai people, for the Thailand you love with all your heart, you will climb to the top step by step!"

Wang Yaotang waved his hand vigorously, "Let Thailand be great again!"

"Make Thailand great again!!" Pira Thasin Ngosin shouted angrily, waving his fists.

At that moment, he saw his truest thoughts deep within his heart. He was not doing this for the so-called power, nor was he a traitor who had sided with foreigners. The world was shrinking due to the power of technology, and Thailand had no choice but to integrate into the world!

I am a pioneer walking on a thorny path!
I am a practitioner who led Thailand's reform and opening up!
For the motherland, for the people, fight! Fight! Fight!

The surging passion built an unshakable ideological wall in Pira Thasin Wusin's heart. He was on the road to justice, and all those who stood in his way were enemies of the Thai people and should be crushed under the rolling iron hooves!

Looking at the passionate Pira Thashin Wushin, who radiated 'the light of justice' from the inside out, Wang Yaotang clapped lightly. With the core program and ideological armament, the framework of a progressive organization with internal unity was in place; all that remained was to fill it with flesh and blood.

Wang Yaotang doesn't know whether Pira Thaksin Ngum will be able to reach the prime minister's seat in the more distant future, but he will definitely not be easily defeated. Helping him to establish himself in Thailand will be a piece of cake, and perhaps he can even hope for more.

Similarly, at this moment, Pira Thasin Wusin successfully hypnotized himself, looking at Wang Yaotang as if he were his great mentor, without any personal interests involved, everything was for the country and the people!
After venting his anger, Pira Thasin Wusin sat up straight again. His previously somewhat sinister appearance had changed. Perhaps it was because his usually squinty eyes were now wider open, giving him a more righteous look, which amazed Wang Yaotang.

It is often said that appearance is the outward manifestation of one's inner self, and there is some truth to that. For example, a cheerful and open-minded person always likes to smile, and naturally looks sunny. On the contrary, a petty and calculating person will unconsciously look at others with a calculating gaze.

After Pira Thasin Wusin calmed down, Wang Yaotang said, "I won't just say I'll help you without any real intention, but you'd better keep your distance from us in the early stages. I don't know much about the Bangkok Police Department and the Police Headquarters, so I can't tell you what to do. The help I can offer you is in three aspects."

Wang Yaotang held up three fingers, "Financial support, media support, and intelligence support for meritorious service."

"Funds, initially $100 million, or equivalent value in supplies."

"I will persuade some Chinese-language media outlets to increase their coverage of you, and to report on you from an objective perspective."

"Finally, there's intelligence. You can contact me when you need results. I know your police force has its own information channels, but believe me, in your rotten police department, the target will definitely know before you do."

"With these three things as a foundation, do you know what to do?"

“Your Excellency Yao,” Pira Thasin Wusin leaned forward slightly, “I will not rush to be promoted to the police headquarters. I will first consolidate the strength of the Bangkok Police Department, cultivate like-minded confidants, and during this period, contact various political parties to find political allies. After laying a solid foundation, I will then seek promotion.”

The Bangkok Police Chief holds the rank of Major General, with the next step being Lieutenant General or General. Despite his high position and power, he does not directly control the military and police forces. Without a solid foundation, he would be nothing more than a figurehead.

Of course, without a solid foundation, you're just a pretty face no matter where you are...

If Pira Thasin Wusin truly climbed to this position through his own efforts and firmly controlled the Bangkok police force, those powerful figures would never have forced him to negotiate with Wang Yaotang.

"Very good!" Wang Yaotang clapped lightly. "Your mind is very clear, and I hope it stays this clear. I have a little suggestion for you: the gun barrel... cough cough, this kind of dragon-slaying technique is strictly controlled."

“Remember, you felt deeply humiliated after leaving me, and you also realized the weakness of the police in rapid response and counter-terrorism. So, taking advantage of the current situation where the powerful families in Bangkok are deeply afraid, you proposed to form a counter-terrorism force. I believe this will definitely be approved.”

"Only when you have this new power in your hands can you speak loudly and clearly."

"Master Yao, you see through everything like a four-faced Buddha! You are the sun in my heart!" Pira Thasin Wuxin's eyes lit up as he looked at Wang Yaotang with admiration. This plan was simply perfect!
Using the pretext of the murder of the gang leader, he secretly arrived in Bangkok and immediately began a killing spree. He refused any mediation and shelled the core section of the Chao Phraya River that very night, forcing Bangkok's elites to send him out to fight against them.

If I were a stupid ox, unable to listen to anything, then Wang Yaotang would probably find a deputy director to cooperate with, then negotiate with those people on the condition of my own resignation, and finally push my partner to the top. If I were a smart person with a brain, then this is the result now!
The plan was meticulously executed, and within just a few days, the company established a foothold and made its mark in Bangkok. No wonder they became a super-rich man from scratch in just three years. Their shrewdness is truly remarkable!
With someone like that by your side, how can you not achieve great things!
Why worry about Bangkok's safety!

Why worry that Thailand can't take off!

In fact, the Bangkok Police Department did establish an anti-terrorism unit, Arintaraj 26, in 1983.

The multiple bombings that occurred in downtown Bangkok in 1983...

(Wang Yaotang: I didn't do it, don't make false accusations!)

Remnants of the CPT armed group in Thailand continue to carry out sporadic acts of violence in cities such as Bangkok, including an attempt to carry out a bombing at Bangkok's Don Mueang International Airport, which was thwarted by the police in time.

(Wang Yaotang: Whew!)

Meanwhile, the bombing in Yangon, Myanmar on October 9 by North Korean agents that killed 17 South Korean officials and 4 Myanmar officials prompted the Thai government to strengthen its domestic counter-terrorism capabilities, directly leading to the establishment of the Arintaraj 26 special police unit.

"But you must remember, this new department is for you to take power. You must firmly control everything in this new department. So-called personal relationships and exchanges of political resources must be clearly distinguished between core interests and non-core interests. Core interests are absolutely not to be exchanged, so this department cannot allow anyone to infiltrate it," Wang Yaotang instructed.

“This…” Pira Thasin Wusin frowned, his mind racing, and thought it was almost impossible.

“New department, all rules need to be rewritten. You’re the one who sets the rules, this is a piece of cake.” Wang Yaotang said irritably, “If they want to plant someone, it won’t be a front-line combat officer, it’ll be either a team leader or an instructor.”

“If they both teach and command, wouldn’t that turn them into a private army? So it must be that teaching and command are separated, with instructors holding high positions but having low authority.”

"As for planting police officers..." Wang Yaotang scoffed, "Thailand is 200 years old. Any dynasty that reaches this age will decay, including your Pirat family. When you have the opportunity to promote someone to power, would you choose outsiders with strong personal abilities?"

Pira Thasin Wusin shook his head self-deprecatingly.

Wang Yaotang said in a deep voice, "It's the same in every country. So you just need to emphasize that the 'anti-terrorism force' is a rapid response force set up to deal with terrorist attacks, the first and most effective line of defense in dealing with emergencies, and the reason for protecting the safety of everyone in Bangkok. Then you can stipulate that all commanders must participate in rigorous front-line training and compete for positions based on their performance."

"The rest is just about rigorous training. As long as you pay enough attention to it and occasionally take them out to conduct drills with police from other regions, the headquarters police, and local military forces, how many of these pampered family scions are truly resolute and can withstand the hardships of training and excel?"

“If such a person really existed, they wouldn’t have been sent to the Bangkok police station. They would have been groomed as a member of the family long ago. Of course, if they were born out of wedlock, they might have been suppressed.” Wang Yaotang chuckled as he spoke.

"As for the obstruction from Bangkok's elites and even the city government, you don't need to worry at all. There are only a few positions available. Why would families that didn't get one risk their safety for a small opportunity for the younger generation of other families?"

"Remember, when doing this kind of thing, you must have a public-spirited attitude and put everything in the open. These scoundrels will naturally back down. Then I'll have the newspapers give you some publicity and use a few drug gangs as targets to boost your achievements. Soon you'll be a star police chief in Thailand."

Pira Thasin Wusin's face was flushed, and he rubbed his hands excitedly, his mouth agape more than AK's, as if he could already see himself being the center of attention.

Wang Yaotang had explained everything he needed to say to Pila Thasin Wuxin in great detail. As for how well he could achieve it, that was up to him.

Even if he's completely incompetent, it shouldn't be difficult for him to maintain his position as the Bangkok police chief.

Tell Fapira Thasin Ng Sin to get out of here. Before leaving, tell him to tell the other side, "You have the right to choose to fire the first shot, but I decide when it ends. Give them three days. I'll be back in Hong Kong after three days."

Pira Thasin Wusin nodded, turned around and went out. His expression immediately turned black, and he snorted heavily as he strode out.

Just then, Aji and Ajie got up and ordered food to be delivered to Wang Yaotang's place. As they went out, they saw Pila Thasin Wuxin with a gloomy face.

"Who is this?" A-Jie asked, looking at Lu Shaotao.

“Bangkok Police Chief.” Lu Shaotao excitedly recounted how he had just forced the other party to search him. Three years ago, he was just a scoundrel, but three years later, he was able to force Bangkok’s top police chief to lower his head and search him. This experience was something he could brag about for the rest of his life!

He couldn't figure out the difference between Han Yili and Pira Thasin Wuxin. Both were big cities with 500 people, both were police chiefs, and both could brag!

"I heard from Aze that the police chief came? And they even forcibly searched people?" A-Jie asked loudly as soon as he entered the door.

Watching the two of them eat, Wang Yaotang also ate a few bites and casually recounted what had just happened.

"Haha, interesting. You're planning to bet everything on this guy?"

"No way, how could that be? I wouldn't say we're casting a wide net, but we definitely have to pick some targets," Wang Yaotang said with a smile. "You really think I've just been bragging to people these past few days?"

"Oh, who else?" Aji asked casually.

“I’ve got my eye on one named Hexin.” Wang Yaotang smiled. He only remembered one name and his Chinese family background, but now his status was different, and the people helping him gather information were of a different level, so it wouldn’t be difficult to find out more.

"Who is it? So lucky, worthy of our quarry tycoon's attention!" A-Jie asked with a smile.

“The Shinawatra family of Chiang Mai, whose ancestral home is in Guangdong, was born in 49 and graduated first in his class from the Royal Police Officers School at the age of 20.”

"Tch!" Ah Jie curled his lip, "What a load of bull, first place."

"Among those with good grades, the one with the best family background is the best, and among those with the best family background, the one with the best grades is the best. Of course, he's number one," Wang Yaotang said with a smile. "If your son wants to join the police force, he'll definitely be number one too."

Ah Jie burst out laughing, "If you put it that way, then this first place is truly well-deserved!"

Wang Yaotang chuckled and pointed at A-Jie. Sure enough, there was no such thing as opposing privileges; he was just annoyed that the privileges hadn't fallen on him.

"After graduating, this guy joined the police force, where he has distinguished himself. He received a government scholarship to study in the United States and earned a doctorate in criminal justice. He is now the deputy director of the Bangkok News Assessment Center and holds the rank of lieutenant colonel."

"It's the Bangkok police again." Ajay asked, somewhat surprised. "Judging from this, this police chief must be quite powerful. What kind of family does he come from?"

"How can they be compared? One is a 33-year-old lieutenant colonel with a doctorate, and the other is a major general who is almost 50. Their future prospects are completely incomparable. Uncle Hexin is the vice minister of the Ministry of Transport. He doesn't even go to work. He has been doing business for the past few years, in silk shops, film distribution, and apartment businesses."

"Thai public officials can engage in business? Isn't that just pure money laundering?" Ajay spat, "What a fucking corrupt place!"
Wang Yaotang scoffed, "We lost over 50 million in three years."

Ah Jie and Ah Ji: "Pfft! Cough cough cough—"

"No, someone with this background can still lose money in business?"

"Is it strange? There are so many people with connections in Hong Kong, how many of them lose money? There are countless families who squander their fortunes. There's a popular saying among the rich: How can you guarantee that your wealth will last for three generations? Answer: Just live a life of leisure and wait to die!" Wang Yaotang chuckled. "I'm not afraid of the second generation being lazy, I'm afraid of the second generation being ambitious and hardworking, otherwise the family fortune will be squandered in no time."

“Well…” Ah Jie smacked his lips. “That’s true. It’s not hard to make a little money with a family background, but to make big money, you still need talent.”

Wang Yaotang nodded. It might seem abrupt for the president to get involved in the stock market, but being able to become president is a talent in itself.

"Are you planning to get to know him in the next few days? Why do you think highly of someone like him? He seems like a spoiled rich kid."

"I see the bearing of a great emperor in him!" Wang Yaotang said mysteriously. (End of Chapter)