A century-old wealthy family that rose from Shanghai

Zhou Xinggao was going to become a traitor, and He Xiangdong and Lin Feng of Changjiang Car Rental got the information immediately. This was because Zhou Xinggao wanted to bring a few brothers along, and someone tipped off Lin Feng.

Chen Guangliang fled to Hong Kong, but still maintained two forces in Shanghai—a security company and a car rental company. The security company's business mainly included corporate security and property security, while the car rental company had more than 2000 drivers.

Because he was worried about Zhou Xinggao in Shanghai, Chen Guangliang had no choice but to send Lin Feng back to Shanghai to take control of the security company; at the same time, he also had He Xiangdong and Lin Feng secretly keep an eye on the car rental company.

He Xiangdong said, "If Zhou Xinggao joins Zhang Xiaolin as a traitor, it will affect the boss's reputation. The most urgent thing is to cut ties with Zhou Xinggao immediately, since everyone in Shanghai knows that he used to be the boss's head bodyguard."

Lin Feng nodded solemnly and said, "The boss has already figured out that Zhou Xinggao is unwilling to be alone. I have taken over the security company. Now the only connection we have is that Zhou Xinggao has close ties with the 2000 driver brothers. I think we should kick his ten cars out of Changjiang Car Rental and then inform others that he is no longer a member of Changjiang Car Rental."

Strictly speaking, Zhou Xinggao is his mentor, who has taught Lin Feng a lot of skills over the years.

Lin Feng also knew that Zhou Xinggao was quite capable and intelligent, and a difficult person to deal with; if it weren't for the boss's suppression over the years, he would have already made a name for himself in the Green Gang.

He Xiangdong, however, put his mind to it and said, "This may not necessarily sever the relationship. He has controlled these powers for so many years, and many people call him brother."

Lin Feng said dismissively, "You know, the favors are given to everyone by the boss. We can waive the rent, or we can take them back at any time. The vehicles and license plates are all registered under the name of Changjiang Auto Dealership. I don't believe anyone would dare to work for Zhou Xinggao anymore."

The Yangtze River Car Rental Company has essentially become a 'gang-like' organization, and its more than 2000 drivers are definitely under its command.

He Xiangdong said, "You're right, the vehicles and license plates are registered under the dealership's name, so we can indeed control these people. However, there are bound to be quite a few who are willing to communicate with Zhou Xinggao privately. I think it would be better to do this..."

Upon hearing this, Lin Feng immediately said, "Your plan is brilliant. We'll play the good guy, and the drivers will naturally dislike Zhou Xinggao. I can then take control of this force. The key question now is whether Zhou Xinggao will follow our lead!"

He Xiangdong said, "Leave it to me. I believe he is not on guard yet."

"Ok"

Although Zhou Xinggao had decided to side with Zhang Xiaolin, and even agreed to help Xinfeng Textile in its cotton acquisition efforts, he still continued to enjoy the benefits of working at Changjiang Auto Company.

On this day, He Xiangdong found Zhou Xinggao and said, "Brother Zhou, Changjiang Car Rental needs to support quite a few people now. In addition, with rising prices, charging 1 mao (0.1 yuan) a day is no longer suitable. We are thinking of raising the rent from 1 mao to 3 mao, but we are afraid that the drivers will cause trouble. So we would like to ask you to come and discuss it with us."

When Chen Guangliang was in Shanghai, the agreement was to 'waive the rent,' but a monthly fee of 10-15% would be charged as a fee for the unified management of the car dealership.

Zhou Xinggao was still caught off guard and said directly, "Three cents is already a lot cheaper for them. Now, a rickshaw outside costs at least 30 yuan a month to rent. I said long ago that 1 cents a day is not enough to keep Changjiang Car Rental afloat, but the boss just wouldn't believe me. If you ask me, just raise it to 5 cents, and these people will be grateful and won't cause any trouble! But I'm afraid you can't make that decision, can you?"

He Xiangdong immediately said, "What's there to be unable to decide? The boss is in Hong Kong right now, so naturally he doesn't care about the car dealership's affairs. If the price really can be raised to 5 cents, then our wages can also be raised. It's just that I'm afraid I can't control everyone on this matter!"

Zhou Xinggao thought that even a few mosquitoes are still meat, and besides, he had something else in mind—that is, to acquire Changjiang Auto Dealership. Since the owner didn't want it anymore, he might as well take over the management and maybe turn it into a lucrative business.

"I'll handle this, but this authority..."

"What are you saying, Brother Zhou? You're the assistant manager of Changjiang Auto, so you have those rights!"

"That's true"

When Zhou Xinggao, along with his loyal subordinates, announced that Changjiang Car Rental would raise its fares by 5 cents, many drivers assumed it was Chen Guangliang's doing. Although some complained about Chen Guangliang going back on his word, they could only grit their teeth and accept it under Zhou Xinggao's oppressive power.

Because the rent of 5 cents was actually only half of what it cost outside. Although everyone was very unhappy, they could only accept it, while secretly cursing Chen Guangliang and Zhou Xinggao.

But things soon took a turn for the better. Lin Feng, along with his security company staff, announced to all the drivers that the rent increase was Zhou Xinggao's personal decision and did not represent the boss's decision. The rent would still be calculated at one cent.

In an instant, more than 2000 drivers turned their anger towards Zhou Xinggao, believing that he had falsely conveyed the imperial edict; at the same time, the management team, led by He Xiangdong, announced that rent would not be increased for the time being, and Changjiang Car Rental would continue to provide services to everyone.

"This Zhou Xinggao, he actually forged an imperial edict, he really thinks he's the boss!"

"That's right. I heard he's already been fired by Mr. Chen, yet he still wants to get involved with Changjiang Auto Dealership."

"Luckily he was fired, otherwise we would have to pay rent again."

In an instant, the drivers of Changjiang Car Rental all turned their anger towards Zhou Xinggao, and Lin Feng took the opportunity to take over the information network with his men, recruiting some of the key drivers under his command.

At this point, Zhou Xinggao had completely withdrawn from the Chen Guangliang family system.

Afterwards, Zhou Xinggao was furious. He knew he had been tricked by He Xiangdong and Lin Feng. This act had caused him to lose all his authority in the car dealership, making it difficult for him to build up a force in the future.

"Damn it, those two have no regard for our past friendship, they actually dared to swindle me!"

At this moment, Ah Jun, who was following Zhou Xinggao, said, "Brother Zhou, I also plan to take my family to Hong Kong, so I won't be working with you anymore!"

Ah Jun was one of the first group of bodyguards to join. Because he was also a soldier, he had always had a close relationship with Zhou Xinggao and was one of the two brothers who were working with Zhou Xinggao this time.

Zhou Xinggao said unhappily, "Ajun, wealth and glory are right in front of us, what nonsense are you talking about! Do you know how much profit there is in buying cotton? We buy cotton from all over the country and sell it to the Japanese. There is a lot of profit in this. Even if we only take a small share, we will still earn ten times more than before."

Ah Jun immediately and firmly said, "I don't feel safe earning this money. I'm afraid I'll be assassinated by the Military Intelligence Bureau one day!"

Zhou Xinggao said, "Nonsense! Shanghai is Japanese territory. Even if the Military Intelligence Bureau wanted to assassinate someone, they would kill Zhang Xiaolin first. What are we lowly soldiers afraid of!"

When he joined Zhang Xiaolin's side, he originally planned to bring more men and forces with him, so that he would have the capital to establish himself.

Now the drivers at the rickshaw company see him as an 'enemy,' and if his two brothers run away too, he'll truly be all alone.

In fact, A-Jun had already received a personal letter from Chen Guangliang, in which he offered some advice.

What made Ah Jun change his mind was that the boss had used 'intimidation' to make him turn back in time.

Ah Jun, who had been hesitant, immediately decided to take his family to Hong Kong. Although he might not be trusted, at least he would still have his pension from the security company, and he could also work for the Chen family's company.

"Brother Zhou, there's no need to persuade me anymore. My mind is made up."

Soon, Zhou Xinggao was all alone, but having already chosen to become a traitor, there was no reason for him to turn back. Faced with Zhou Xinggao's betrayal, Chen Guangliang was still somewhat saddened, after all, they had been brothers for many years.

Chen Guangliang is also reflecting on why Zhou Xinggao went down this path.
In fact, there were signs. All along, the position that Zhou Xinggao was placed in was one that straddled the line between the legitimate and criminal worlds, which exposed Zhou Xinggao to too many temptations.

On the other hand, Zhou Xinggao's personality led him to dislike culture and rely more on his own experience and intellect, which led him down the path of traitor (although there are also intellectuals who become traitors, in reality, more intellectuals in this era are patriotic).

"I hope he has good luck!"

Upon arriving in Hong Kong, Raymond Lam angrily said, "Boss, he's not only a traitor, but he's also targeting Sin Fung Textiles by buying cotton. How can you still sympathize with such a person?"

Chen Guangliang shook his head and said, "Being a traitor is his personal choice, and the government will deal with him. But we have been brothers for many years, and I still hope he can live. As for his actions against Xinfeng Textile in the cotton purchase, I don't care. Not to mention him, even Zhang Xiaolin or the Japanese could not stop Xinfeng Textile from getting cotton. It would be futile."

He had already instructed Xinfeng Textile to secretly purchase cotton through merchants, in small batches one after another, and only officially started purchasing after the end of August.

In this way, Xinfeng Textile's cotton acquisitions would not attract attention.

Lin Feng continued, "His choice to become a traitor is his own, but it shouldn't be directed at Xinfeng Textile. He knew perfectly well that Xinfeng Textile was your business, yet he still did it; it's clear he's trying to curry favor with Zhang Xiaolin."

"Forget it, just be careful of him in the future. After all, we're brothers. Someone will take care of him in the future."

Lin Feng said nothing more. He believed Chen Guangliang's words: being a traitor would never end well.

He then reported the situation to Chen Guangliang, stating that the security company and Changjiang Car Rental that remained in Shanghai had returned to Chen's management system and severed ties with Zhou Xinggao.

In fact, the 2000 drivers of Changjiang Car Rental are absolutely loyal members of the Chen Guangliang family. They would not have any problem killing people, simply because of the 'hereditary car rental system'.

"Okay, just keep an eye on things over there."

Now, Lin Feng has been promoted from his personal bodyguard head to the head of the security company, and in fact, he is also the head of the entire security and intelligence system.

In May, Jiang Meiying and Yan Renmei gave birth to a daughter and a son for Chen Guangliang, respectively, increasing the Chen family's population once again.

Thus, among Chen Guangliang's two wives, his first wife Yan Renmei gave birth to three sons, and Jiang Meiying gave birth to one son and one daughter, making Chen Guangliang a total of five children.

The younger brother, Chen Guangcong, and his wife, Yang Xiuying, already have a son and a daughter, making the second generation of the Chen family seven children.

this day.

Chen Guangliang held a family banquet at home and invited Chen Guangcong's family to attend.

On the sofa in the living room, Chen Guangliang said to Chen Guangcong, "Next month, Ping An Bank has a batch of gold to deposit with Chase Bank in the United States. You and Zhang Shounian should go to the United States to investigate. Jack will also receive you when you get there."

Chen Guangcong asked, "What about the shipping side?"

He is now familiar with the business of global shipping and is involved in many transportation matters.

Currently, the ships of Global Shipping are sailing under the name of cooperation with Swire Shipping. As long as they are not transporting weapons, the Japanese cannot tell the difference, so they continue to operate.

Chen Guangliang said, "There will naturally be someone to take your place. Right now, you need to broaden your international perspective and not limit yourself to a particular business."

Chen Guangcong immediately replied, "Brother's teachings are correct."

This is like teaching a son.

Chen Guangliang then added, “It’s not just the United States, but also North America and Australia. How are we Chinese surviving in these places? In short, going out and traveling more will broaden our horizons.”

“I understand. Actually, I’m also very curious about these places, but I’m worried about sudden changes here.”

"With me here, you don't need to worry about so much for now."

At this moment, Yang Xiuying said, "Brother, doesn't that mean this trip will take one or two months?"

"A man's ambition lies in all directions. What's wrong with spending half a year observing?"

Yang Xiuying blushed slightly. The couple should have understood that Chen Guangliang was saying, "Yang Xiuying, mind your own business with Chen Guangcong."

Chen Guangliang always felt that Yang Xiuying marrying his younger brother was not a good thing. Because in their relationship, Yang Xiuying actually had some control, while Chen Guangcong was somewhat subservient, which made him very dissatisfied.

Fortunately, Chen Guangcong is still ambitious in his career and listens to his elder brother's advice.

Yan Renmei then acted as a peacemaker, saying, "Guangcong went abroad for business, naturally for the sake of the family. You and your son are here in Hong Kong with us, what are you afraid of? Are you reluctant to leave?"

I made a joke at the end.

Yang Xiuying immediately said, "Who would miss him? He's capable of great things, of course I support him!"

Chen Guangliang didn't waste any more words. He would talk to Chen Guangcong privately later. Men should have more courage.

In fact, Chen Guangliang's decision to send Chen Guangcong abroad for this inspection also reflected a change in his thinking—he intended to have Chen Guangcong, along with his mother, wife, and children, seek refuge in the United States before Hong Kong fell to the Japanese. After all, his close relationship with Chen Guangliang made them vulnerable to being used against him by Japanese spies.

However, my second uncle's family could be arranged to go to Macau for refuge, and my cousin Yang Xiaohu was also doing things for him.

Chen Guangliang sent his younger brother's family to the United States with another idea in mind—Jiang Meiying and her son had an acquaintance there.

Chen Guangliang is in the United States, where he will likely have assets worth twenty million US dollars. With Jiang Meiying and Chen Guangcong overseeing things, he can rest assured. (End of Chapter)