Hong Kong Tycoon: Starting from Delivering Dongfeng Express

Chapter 158 Camel: Ah-Xiao, Hong Kong is a dangerous place, you can't handle it!
Downstairs at Sino Plaza.

Camel led a group of henchmen out the door, then stopped, looked at Ni Yongxiao who was walking up behind him, and grinned:
"Ah-Xiao, so eager to get ahead, huh?"

Ni Yongxiao smiled faintly: "My father taught me when he was alive that young people should dare to take risks and be enterprising. I've just returned to Hong Kong Island, so please forgive me if I've offended Uncle Camel in any way."

Camel chuckled: "Ah Xiao, since you put it that way, then I'll tell you the truth: Hong Kong is a very dangerous place, and I'm afraid you won't be able to handle it!"

You've been away studying for so many years and have only recently returned. It would be best if you focused on stabilizing your family business first.

Ni Yongxiao remained unhurried and said, "Thank you for your guidance, Uncle Camel. My Ni family is not as powerful as Tung Sing, but holding onto Tsim Sha Tsui shouldn't be a big problem!"

"It's good that you have confidence!" Camel laughed and led the group away.

Ni Yongxiao paused for a moment, then looked back upstairs. That Chairman Ye was quite clever, using them as thugs!
He understood Ye Dongsheng's words perfectly: if you want to be the vice president, you have to put in more effort. What does that mean?
Hey, it's just about protecting the association's interests!
What are the association's interests? Aren't they just the interests of the people holding this meeting today?
If more people join in later, they're taking away from their share of the pie!
Moreover, the association has already handed them the "knives" today. "Drug prohibition" and "minimum guidance price" are two good knives. Anyone who didn't attend today or who is newly opened can be eliminated under these pretexts!
You can claim you have something even if you don't; ultimately, it comes down to strength. Eliminate them first!

However, both Camel and Ni Yongxiao were happy to take the bait.

This suited Ni Yongxiao perfectly; with this title, he could start his cleaning operations in Tsim Sha Tsui!
This is a decision made jointly by the association today: a united boycott!
Ni Yongxiao got into the Rolls-Royce, and after the car slowly started moving, he took out his phone: "Hey, Ah Chen, I need your help with something."

"Mr. Ni!"

"I recently opened a courier shop. You know how tough business is in Hong Kong these days. There are a lot of unscrupulous competitors, like those who smuggle drugs or recklessly lower prices..."

Han Chen was surprised, thinking to himself, "Isn't the biggest drug trafficking boss in Tsim Sha Tsui your Ni family?"
However, he still asked, "Mr. Ni, what do you want me to do?"

"I don't want to see any more courier shops in Tsim Sha Tsui."

Han Chen breathed a sigh of relief. Luckily, it was Tsim Sha Tsui. He was afraid that Ni Yongxiao wanted to start a war with Dongfeng Express. If he went up against Tongyitang and the Eight Greats, it would be really difficult to handle.

Ni Yongxiao then said, "You can do things under the name of the Express Association... Be gentle when reasoning with those people, and don't cause any trouble."

Han Chen understood what Ni Yongxiao meant: "Mr. Ni, rest assured, I guarantee I will handle this matter well!"

"Yes, Ah Chen, you are the one my father values ​​most. I am very grateful to have you help me since I came back. As long as the Ni family exists, you will definitely be indispensable."

Han Chen immediately replied respectfully, "Mr. Ni, you're too kind. I was just a parking attendant back then, and I have to thank Uncle Kun for giving me the opportunity that I am where I am today! Moreover, when my wife was kidnapped, I have to thank Mr. Ni for lending me money. These are all things I should do!"

Ni Yongxiao smiled and said, "Don't rush the money issue. We're on the same side. We'll talk about it after you've recovered."

"Thank you, Mr. Ni!"

After hanging up the phone, Ni Yongxiao smiled. This Han Chen was indeed the most useful of the five top lieutenants, and he had always been loyal to the Ni family, even after his father's death. In the future, they could allocate more resources to him!

As for the other four, they dared to make moves after his father's death. Once he has completely taken control of the situation, he will naturally eliminate them in one fell swoop!
Thinking of the dark side of these families, a glint of malice flashed in Ni Yongxiao's eyes.

To be honest, he knew that his father didn't want his children to go down this path. He had already arranged for his siblings to go to university, study abroad, and then pursue glamorous professions like doctors and accountants.

Even if he stops doing it, the Ni family can live comfortably on the money his father earned while he was alive.

But he had no choice. His father died too suddenly. The path of the Ni family couldn't be cut off so easily. If he didn't continue, all the ill-gotten gains he had accumulated would be swallowed up, and he might even lose his family!
He wasn't afraid of people like Gandhi, black devils, Guohua, or Wenzheng, but rather those at a higher level!
When his father, Ni Kun, was young, the flour business in Hong Kong was rampant, and many of them were done openly. The key was whether you had someone protecting you.

I'm talking about none other than the Hong Kong Island Police Force!

During the era of the four chief detectives, the "licenses" for the flour business were allocated by the Hong Kong Island Police Force; whoever the police authorized could do it!

When Lei Luo was at the meeting, he wanted to reshuffle the deck and give the license to Rose. Chaozhou Gang leader Chaozhou Zhou tried to resist, but Lei Luo smashed him to death with an ashtray.

The fact that Ni Kun was able to remain in Tsim Sha Tsui for so many years, surviving the era of the four major detectives, and even becoming one of the biggest flour demolition companies in Hong Kong Island for more than a decade after the establishment of the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC), makes it obvious that someone must have been supporting the Ni family behind the scenes!

The Ni family made so much money in the flour business thanks to the support of influential people. Now, with only Ni Kun dead, they can just quit without asking for their consent.

To put it bluntly, every penny the Ni family earns from flour has to be handed over to them! They don't care whether the Ni family lives or dies; what they care about is whether someone can help them earn this money!
If Ni Yongxiao really gives up the underworld power controlled by the Ni family, then he will have absolutely no ability to resist those people! He will be devoured without a trace!
So what Ni Yongxiao wants to do now is to advance in both the legitimate and criminal worlds simultaneously.

First, he must firmly grasp the power of the underworld and then use it to protect the legitimate businesses, grow stronger, and continuously expand his influence. If he were to be elected as a councilor, even if these people wanted to harm the Ni family, they would have to be more cautious.

Hong Kong Island legislators are not as easy to kill as Taiwanese legislators. Once they put on a glamorous facade, they can legitimately enter high society!

On the other hand, it's about enduring until these people retire or leave!
At that time, the Ni family will truly be able to ascend to heaven from a trapped dragon!

……

Hong Kong Island in December was already shrouded in a cold wave, and on the streets, citizens hurried by, all bundled up in thick white clothing.

The sharp drop in temperature made hot pot restaurant owners particularly happy; the cold index was almost directly proportional to the booming business of their restaurants.

Plates of beef, mutton, and seafood were brought into the private room and then put into the steaming hot soup pot.

"Wow, this is so lavish, Ah Sheng, are you trying to bribe our Section Chief Lu?"

"I'm just a lowly section chief, powerless and insignificant. Why would I be worth bribing? Inspector Chan, you're a superintendent in the West Kowloon Regional Crime Unit. If anyone should be bribed, it should be you!"

“Inspector Luk, you’re being too modest. In Hong Kong, there are very few officers who can be promoted to superintendent at 30!” Ye Dongsheng interrupted them, pouring them both a beer.

"Thanks to Section Chief Lu for showing up and supporting me today, otherwise I wouldn't have been able to control these people! And thanks to Inspector Chen too~"
Both of you are pillars of the police force, so naturally I should treat you to a good meal. Maintaining order on Hong Kong Island makes it easier for me to do business!

Chen Guozhong and Lu Minghua exchanged a glance, then both raised their glasses to clink with Ye Dongsheng's:
"Haha, thank you very much for your hospitality, Mr. Ye!"

After a glass of wine, the atmosphere at the dinner table relaxed considerably, and all three of them picked up their chopsticks and began to eat.

Ye Dongsheng smiled and glanced at the two people in front of him. He really didn't know how far Chen Guozhong would go in the end.

But what he didn't know was that the man in front of him, Section Chief Lu Minghua, would not only become the Secretary for Security in the future, but also the first person from the Hong Kong Police Force to become the "Number One" of Hong Kong Island!
Because the police force itself has a great deal of power, the Commissioner of Police is also known as the "Number One," and the number "1" license plate on Hong Kong Island has always been reserved for the Commissioner of Police, not the Governor of Hong Kong, which shows this point.

Therefore, it has always been impossible for a senior Hong Kong official from the police force to ascend to the position of Governor of Hong Kong, in order to avoid excessive concentration of power.

But Lu Minghua, in particular, did just that, becoming the first Hong Kong Island No. 1 from the police force!
What does this represent? It signifies the complete trust of the motherland, with both administrative and military power concentrated in its hands!
Even after the handover, the positions of many officials in Hong Kong Island were not actually controlled by the University of Hong Kong. The British had a great deal of influence over the legislative, educational, financial, and even the police force.

After the handover, although the British faction could not actively appoint or assign certain important positions in Hong Kong, they could make all the candidates their own people. This ensured that once the list was submitted, no matter how the capital city in the north selected candidates, the position would be held by someone from the British faction.

If they firmly grasp the real power of several key departments, the power of the Chief Executive elected in the East Coast election will be greatly reduced. With the cooperation of capital and public opinion, the actual operation of Hong Kong Island will still be under their control.

For example, Choi Yuen-ki, the future Commissioner of Police and the top police officer on Hong Kong Island, is clearly a member of the British faction. He is one of the key figures and executors of this plan, and he continues to operate behind the scenes even after retirement.

Lu Minghua broke through from this and rose to power, eventually taking control of the police department and successfully becoming the top leader.

Although it will be nearly 30 years before Lu Minghua reaches the summit, that does not prevent Ye Dongsheng from befriending him in advance!

After a few drinks, Chen Guozhong asked, "Minghua, I heard you want to apply for a transfer?"

Lu Minghua nodded: "I've been in the police force for 10 years, and I've spent most of my time in clerical work. I'd like to change my environment!"

Lu Minghua was well aware that there were three reasons why he was able to rise so quickly.

Firstly, he benefited from his academic qualifications. He entered the police force as a college graduate and immediately became a probationary inspector, which saved him a lot of time.

Secondly, he benefited from the era's opportunities. More than a decade ago, the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) was established on Hong Kong Island to combat corruption within the police force. A large number of mid- to high-ranking officers were dismissed, either resigning or fleeing, creating numerous vacancies. This provided him with ample room for promotion, allowing him to rise through the ranks without hindrance.

Thirdly, he married a good wife; his father-in-law was a mid-to-high-ranking official in the Hong Kong government and had considerable influence.

However, a police superintendent in his early thirties is indeed quite outstanding. If he wants to advance further, his father-in-law can't help him anymore; he'll have to rely on himself from now on.

He can't stay in an administrative position forever. If he wants to be promoted, he must go to the operations department and gain practical and command experience. Otherwise, his future path will be very difficult and it will become a weakness on his resume.

Therefore, his next plan is to apply for a transfer to the action department to fight crime, achieve some results, and accumulate resources for his promotion.

"Ming-wah, so where are you planning to join? The Complaints and Internal Investigations Bureau? The Organized Crime and Triad Bureau (OCTB)? Or the Criminal Intelligence Bureau (CIB)?"

"It's hard to say, it depends on what the higher-ups decide. But I don't want to go to the internal investigation department, or everyone will talk behind my back!"

"So that's the O-Team or CIB? You should have a few drinks with Ah Sheng, that big fish in the sea. He has a bunch of people under him, and maybe he can provide you with a lot of information in the future." Chen Guozhong chuckled.

The relationship between Dongfeng Express and Tongyitang is now widely known in the underworld, and naturally, it's not hidden from the Hong Kong police either. Whether it's the Organized Crime and Triad Bureau (OCTB) or the Central Bureau of Investigation and Statistics (CIB), having Yip Tung-sing's help would provide him with considerable assistance.

Lu Minghua also raised his glass and clinked it with Ye Dongsheng's: "I'll be relying on Mr. Ye's continued support in the future~"

Ye Dongsheng smiled and said, "Hey, Officer Lu, don't be so polite. Just call me Ah Sheng! If you ever need anything, just let me know. I'll do my best to help if I can!"

After saying that, Ye Dongsheng downed his beer in one gulp.

Lu Minghua also downed a glass of wine, and then the two of them burst into laughter.

Lu Minghua had specifically inquired about Ye Dongsheng before coming here, and he was no ordinary person!
He has pioneered a new track in cross-border express delivery, and it is rumored that he has a strong background in mainland China. He has also defeated several triads in Hong Kong and become the president of the Express Delivery Association!

Moreover, as far as he knew, the other party seemed to be quite close to Mr. Huo and was favored by him. This further confirmed that he had considerable connections in mainland China!

With Hong Kong's return to China a foregone conclusion, befriending someone with strong connections on the mainland might actually benefit one's future!
Lu Minghua took the initiative to ask, "Ah Sheng, your courier association has really opened my eyes today. I didn't expect to see so many Hong Kong gang leaders here."

Ye Dongsheng's face fell, and he sighed, saying:
"Hey, there's nothing I can do about it!"
As you all know, most of these triads on Hong Kong Island originated from dock transportation, so logistics and transportation are traditionally their business.

Now that I've established the courier service, these Hong Kong triads naturally want a piece of the pie. To be honest, I'm only keeping this business afloat because I'm forced to; otherwise, I wouldn't be able to run a legitimate business!

Lu Minghua nodded, not surprised at all. After all, it had become an open secret in Hong Kong that wealthy patrons employed gangs as thugs, and the police tacitly approved of it.

Lu Minghua offered a word of caution: "These people are not easy to deal with. It would be best if you could use the association's methods to restrain them, but the problem is that it's easy to invite a god but hard to send him away. You might have to use the name of the express delivery association to completely eliminate your competitors."

"We can only take it one step at a time! If things really get out of hand, we'll have to ask the two presiding officials to be fair!"

Ye Dongsheng sighed, thinking to himself that this was his purpose: to use these gangs as pawns!
With the current associations including Hung Hing, Tung Sing, the Ni family, and Tong Yee Tong, it's enough to block out any new players who want to enter the market in the future!
This is much easier than Dongfeng Express making enemies of the entire Hong Kong Island!
Ye Dongsheng then turned to ask, "Speaking of which, I would like to ask you two, has the Hong Kong police had any contact with the mainland?"
(End of this chapter)