Hong Kong Movie: At the beginning, Big Boss B asked me to draw the death lottery

Chapter 194 The top cop in the police force was actually 'made into pork'?
"Governor, you can't let yourself get so down!"

Just as Wei Yixin was about to leave, Huo De spoke again, his voice low but carrying an undeniable determination.

“We cannot give up like this. Every move He Yaozong makes is weakening our influence.”

If things continue like this, by the time of the handover, Hong Kong Island will be completely out of our control!
Please don't forget the instructions London gave you before you took office at Government House!

Wei Yixin's shoulders twitched slightly, but he did not turn around.

The sunlight streaming through the window shone on his face, highlighting the wrinkles on his skin.

"Hod, do you know how many times we've tried?"

Wei Yixin finally spoke, his voice filled with deep weariness: "I've done my best, but the London side always assumes that our plans in Hong Kong Island should go smoothly. As soon as anything goes wrong, they call to intimidate us!"
"I'm really tired. Right now, I don't seek merit, I just want to avoid mistakes. Is that wrong?"

"Those bureaucrats in London simply don't understand the situation here!"

Suddenly, Huo De raised his voice and, following Wei Yixin's words, walked a few steps to Wei Yixin's side after stopping him.

“How could they possibly know that He Yaozong is dismantling the system we have painstakingly built up over decades, sitting in their comfortable offices, drinking afternoon tea, and looking at embellished reports?”
But sir, we will not be the ones to stand on the last bridge of Hong Kong. When the last governor takes over your job, London will naturally understand what the situation is like on Hong Kong Island.

What we should do now is ensure that future generations can't find fault with us, at least not let them claim they inherited our mess, right?

Wei Yixin finally turned around. His eye bags were more prominent than when they last met, and his blue eyes were bloodshot.

"So what do you suggest we do? Continue to confront him head-on? And then wait for him to embarrass us again?"
"Hodgson, you control Hong Kong's purse strings. You should know that Ho Yiu-chung's every confrontation with us has been flawless. I really can't think of any way to resolve this problem!"

Hod's eyes lit up; he knew that Wei Yixin was beginning to waver.

He quickly took out a kraft paper folder from his briefcase, inside which a thick stack of documents were neatly categorized and labeled with colored tags.

Clearly, he came prepared.

“I have already developed a detailed plan.”

Hord opened the file, his finger pointing to the title of the first section: "A three-pronged approach; even if we can't completely defeat him, we can at least severely weaken him."

Wei Yixin's gaze fell on the document, and his brows gradually furrowed.

He reached out and took the document, walked behind his desk, sat down, and began to read it carefully.

Standing to the side, Huo De could clearly see Wei Yixin's expression gradually change from doubt to contemplation, and finally settle into a complex and resolute look.

"The first part is to continue to deplete his funds. This is a principle we set early on."

Howard explained at the opportune moment: "I have already had the land administration investigate the area around Lau Fau Shan and found a plot of land that is the most difficult to invest in and secure for him to build a dock. It can be approved for him whenever he wants."

Several other large-scale infrastructure projects are designed to require huge upfront investments but have extremely long payback periods.

Wei Yixin tapped his fingers lightly on the table: "What if he doesn't take the bait?"

"He definitely will!"

Huo De revealed a confident smile: "According to our analysis, He Yaozong's most pressing need right now is to establish influence in the mainland."

The logistics center in Pengcheng is just the beginning; next, he will definitely seek to expand his presence in the Pearl River Delta region. We just need to package these 'bait' as springboards that can help him achieve this goal.

Otherwise, I really can't understand why Ho Yiu-chung would waste so much money in mainland China. There's only one explanation: he accepted secret funds from the mainland, and to prevent the source of those funds from being exposed later, he needs to cultivate a "good guy" image there!

Wei Yixin remained noncommittal and turned to the second part of the document.

Hod immediately followed up with an explanation: "Secondly, cutting off his connection with the mainland is the key."

The mainland now regards him as a model patriotic businessman, but what if they knew that this 'model' was actually the head of Hong Kong's largest triad?

"Do I need to investigate He Yaozong's background and identity?"

Wei Yixin suddenly looked up.

Huo De smiled and said, "Whether we know He Yaozong's identity or not is one thing, but the fact that this identity has been exposed is another matter entirely."

The current business environment in mainland China places great emphasis on reputation. If Ho Yiu-chung's identity as a triad leader were exposed, I believe the mainland authorities, considering the potential impact, would promptly distance themselves from him.

Wei Yixin pondered for a long time, then suddenly let out a cold laugh.

"Are you sure this won't backfire? Under the influence of the mainland, members of unscrupulous gangs are starting to repent?"
Wouldn't that just further prove our incompetence?

"Sir, you are a seasoned politician. You should know that politics is not something to be taken so lightly!"
If you are truly concerned, then we will need the cooperation of a third party.

It was as if Huo De had planned every step for Wei Yixin in advance; he flipped to the end of the document.

"Reopening the ICAC investigation is crucial, with a focus on officials who have become alienated from our British Hong Kong government."

Even if we can't bring down Ho Yiu-chung, we can still maintain the existing order on Hong Kong Island.

The first to be investigated are Commissioner of Police Luk Ming-wah and Ho Yiu-chung, the Director of the Housing Estate Relief Department!

Wei Yixin's expression clearly darkened.

The ICAC, an investigative agency directly under the Governor's Office, has been out of sight for quite some time.

In fact, the ICAC was established to end the era of the four great detectives.

The Chinese detectives at the time practically controlled the police force, a violent institution, and the Hong Kong British government was even sidelined for a time, completely losing control of the police force.

The ICAC caused widespread anxiety back then, but it also restored the Governor's government's absolute control over Hong Kong Island, just as the Governor's government had hoped. However, this was based on a factual basis—

That was the police force back then, no different from the triads. The establishment of the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) had widespread public support.

Public opinion is now on the side of the Housing Estates Relief Department. Will this approach still work?

"Almost all the police officers promoted by Lu Minghua are pro-China."

Huo De continued, "A veteran policeman like Lu Minghua, who has been in the profession for so many years, I can guarantee that he has committed some form of misconduct."

If we can clean up the police force and reinstate our people, especially by taking control of the Organized Crime and Triad Bureau (OCTB), we can crack down on Wo Shing from a law enforcement perspective.

With these three measures combined, even if He Yaozong doesn't fall, he will be severely weakened!

The office fell silent, broken only by the sound of Wei Yixin turning the pages of documents.

"This plan……"

Wei Yixin finally spoke: "You take charge. I will not participate in the specific implementation, nor will I express my support in public."

“Governor, what right do I have to mobilize the ICAC?”

“I will arrange for a Chinese person to join the ICAC, to be at your beck and call and to handle your proposals.”

Hord, if you feel this is inappropriate, I suggest you stop disturbing my rest.

After all, my term is coming to an end, and even if I leave with regrets, I don't want to leave with trouble!

Wei Yixin's tone left no room for argument, which caused a flash of disappointment in Huo De's eyes, but he quickly concealed it.

"Of course, Mr. Governor, all decisions will be signed by me at that time, you only need to... know this."

Wei Yixin stood up, walked to the window, and turned his back to Huo De again, deciding to be even more direct in his words.

"Remember, if things go wrong, I won't vouch for you!"

"I see!"

Hord put away the documents, a cold smile playing on his lips: "You will never see your name on these documents. If anything goes wrong, it will only be my overstepping of authority!"

That afternoon, in a secret meeting room at the ICAC, Democratic Party Chairman Albert Ho nervously adjusted his tie.

When Hod pushed the door open, he almost jumped up from his chair.

"Mr. Hord! It's an honor..."

He Junren reached out his hand, but Huo De completely ignored it.

"sit!"

Hod's voice was brief and forceful as he walked to the head seat at the end of the conference table and sat down.

He opened his briefcase, took out a stack of documents, and pushed them towards Ho Chun-yan: "I believe the Governor has already told you everything that needs to be said. This is your letter of appointment. It should have been handed to you by the Governor himself, but do you know why I'm handing it to you?"

Having served as a loyal henchman of the British Hong Kong government for so many years, how could Ho Chun-yan not know what these foreigners were planning?
He immediately accepted the letter of appointment with a chuckle: "I understand, all of this has nothing to do with the Governor!"

"anything else?"

Looking at Huo De's ambiguous smile, He Junren suddenly realized.

"It has nothing to do with the Provincial Administration Commission, and nothing to do with any other organization!"
This is exactly what the ICAC should be doing!

"From today onwards, you will be in charge of the day-to-day operations of the ICAC Special Investigations Team, reporting directly to me!"

Huo De nodded in satisfaction. He understood why Wei Yixin had asked He Junren to make these gloves.

These days, it's really hard to find a loyal dog as obedient and with a bit of social standing as this!
He Junren resisted the document with trembling hands, his eyes quickly scanning the contents.

Before he could even celebrate, his face gradually turned pale: "This...this is an investigation into Lu Minghua? And He Yaozong too?"

"Ordinary people aren't qualified for you to investigate, are they?"

"Hodd asked coldly."

"No, no!"

He Junren hurriedly shook his head: "But... these two are not easy to deal with. Lu Minghua is the top cop in the police force, and He Yaozong is even more..."

"That's why we need a 'democratic fighter' like you to step forward."

Hord interrupted him, his tone clearly sarcastic: "Haven't you been calling for government transparency and fairness? Now you're given the chance to eradicate corruption yourself."

Fine beads of sweat appeared on He Junren's forehead. Could this slogan-shouting thing be taken seriously?

If transparency and fairness are to be achieved, the first thing to go wrong should be the Government House!

He knew he was being used as a pawn, but ambition ultimately triumphed over fear; after all, he had indeed gained considerable benefits from the foreigners over the years. "What level of authorization do I need?"

"Highest level."

Hod took out a piece of paper from his inner pocket, which was stamped with the Governor's Office seal: "I want to see both of them in the ICAC's interrogation room within 24 hours."

The media is ready and will provide full coverage.

He Junren swallowed hard and nodded with difficulty: "I will personally lead the team!"

"remember!"

Hord stood up, looking down at Ho Chun-yan: "Only you and I know the whole story. The other members of the investigation team only need to know what they're supposed to know. If any information leaks out..."

He didn't finish his words, but the threat was clear.

Late that night, Ho Yiu-chung was reviewing construction drawings in his temporary office at the new Lau Fau Shan pier when he suddenly received a phone call.

As he listened to the report on the other end of the phone, his expression gradually became serious.

After hanging up the phone, He Yaozong immediately dialed another number.

"Sai Wai, go and inform Grandpa to have all the branches of Wo Luen Shing shut down all their side businesses."

The person in charge of each district must issue a warning.

Anyone who disobeys is going to be in big trouble. Remember to make it clear to Grandpa I'm not joking!

"Roger that! Yao-ge, what happened?"

"The Chief Superintendent of the Organized Crime and Triad Bureau has been transferred, bypassing the Police Force and parachuting in a banana plantation officer. I think someone is targeting us and Luen Shing!"

Meanwhile, at the Police Headquarters, the transfer order for the former Chief Superintendent of the Organized Crime and Triad Bureau, who was originally supposed to succeed Li Wenbin, was placed on Lu Minghua's desk, personally signed by the Security Bureau.

He showed no panic, but calmly instructed his assistant: "Notify all team leaders of the Organized Crime and Triad Bureau that there will be a meeting at seven o'clock tomorrow morning."

Also, there are some documents in my office safe; I'll take them to Inspector Kwok in the Public Relations Department now.

The assistant hesitated for a moment: "Director, has something happened?"

Lu Minghua smiled and patted his assistant on the shoulder: "A storm is coming, but we're prepared!"

The following morning, the ICAC operation commenced as scheduled.

Six unmarked black cars drove simultaneously to two different locations—Ho Yiu-chung's private residence and the police headquarters.

The person leading the investigation team at Bijia Mountain was He Junren, who personally presented the investigation warrant: "Mr. He, the ICAC needs your assistance in investigating some issues. Please come with us."

He Yaozong remained surprisingly calm: "Could I change my clothes?"

"Yes, but someone must accompany you."

He Junren gestured for a female investigator to follow.

Fifteen minutes later, Ho Yiu-chung got into the ICAC car.

He noticed several reporters taking pictures on the street corner, and a slight smile appeared on his lips.

At the same time, news that Lu Minghua had been taken away from his office spread like wildfire throughout the entire police force.

"Inspector Lu, would you like me to make you a cup of coffee?"

Inside a private cell unique to ICAC, a young man sat in front of Lu Minghua, looking at him with an arrogant expression.

It was as if, to him, being able to personally interrogate a top police officer was a very remarkable thing.

Lu Minghua smiled and waved his hand: "Young man, I was involved in designing the interrogation rooms for the ICAC back then."

The temperature you set for the air conditioner isn't quite right; it should be two degrees lower!

"Enough with the nonsense, Officer Lu. Since you're a senior member of the ICAC and someone with experience, you might as well just say what you have to say so as not to waste everyone's time."

"What's your name?"

"Liao Guangquan, Assistant Anti-Corruption Officer of the ICAC!"

"Not bad, young and promising. How old are you this year?"

Liao Guangquan's face immediately fell, and he slammed his hand on the table.

"Inspector Lu, am I interrogating you or are you interrogating me? If it's not relevant to you, I suggest you don't say anything more!"

I've shown you all the required documents and certificates. Now, may I ask you some questions?

"Of course!"

Lu Minghua leaned back in his chair, as if he were the master of the interrogation room.

He immediately nodded to the young man: "What crime do you want to accuse me of?"

"There are two points! First, when you were working in the Security Bureau, you frequently entered the mainland for activities."

According to our information, you have repeatedly leaked confidential information about Hong Kong's disciplinary and law enforcement departments to the mainland!

"Are these matters also under the jurisdiction of the ICAC? At the time, I was representing the Security Bureau to participate in normal exchange activities in mainland China, which was personally approved by the Governor of Hong Kong."

If you feel there's anything amiss, you can seek corroboration from the Governor of Hong Kong and the mainland authorities.

The ICAC agent was certainly not foolish enough to question Wei Yixin, much less involve mainland China.

This was just a small appetizer to intimidate Lu Minghua; the real main event was yet to come.

"Alright, since it's just normal communication, Officer Lu, then I have nothing more to say."

But I hope you won't keep being stubborn about what happens next!

Liao Guangquan took out a document and slapped it in front of Lu Minghua, while speaking.

"According to available information, your daughter received a donation from the Chaoshan Chamber of Commerce for her education when she went to study in Canada two years ago!"

As far as I know, the son of Zhou Funian, the Chaoshan businessman who donated money to you, is serving in the Mobile Force.

We've heard you're about to be transferred to the CID; we have reason to suspect you're abusing your power for personal gain!

Upon hearing this lame excuse, Lu Minghua couldn't help but laugh.

"Assistant Director, I wasn't working in the police force when my daughter received the educational donation."

Besides, his son was training at the Wong Chuk Hang Police Academy at the time, so how could it be considered that I abused my power for personal gain?

"Why don't you take a look at the materials I've laid out in front of you? They contain Zhou Funian's confession!"

Look at how he accuses you of engaging in a money-for-power transaction with him!

Liao Guangquan sneered and continued, "Inspector Lu, I had no idea that going to school in Canada was so expensive. This year alone, your daughter received $800,000 in educational donations!"
Eight hundred thousand dollars! That's enough for you to spend three to five years in jail!

Lu Minghua's expression finally changed. He immediately picked up the copy of Liao Guangquan's statement that he had slammed on the table, realizing that he had been framed!

The fact that the top police officer was beaten to a pulp makes it obvious who the mastermind behind it all is.

……

Meanwhile, the Organized Crime and Triad Bureau (OCTB), the police department that Hord was most concerned about, was holding an impromptu morning meeting.

When the group of O-Division officers arrived at the meeting room, they found an unfamiliar face sitting on the stage—the newly appointed O-Division Chief Superintendent Zhou Qiming, a veteran officer who had previously worked in the O-Division and later served in the Special Branch.

"I believe everyone knows that I have been transferred to work at the Organized Crime and Triad Bureau (OCTB)."

I won't waste any more time with pleasantries. From today onwards, the Organized Crime and Triad Bureau's (OCTB) focus will shift entirely to combating organized crime!

Zhou Qiming's voice was cold and harsh, "Especially those triads that are trying to 'whitewash' themselves, like Wo Luen Shing!"

The meeting room fell silent. Well, they're here for Wo Luen Shing again!
Senior Inspector Fei Sha from Team B couldn't help but stand up: "Inspector Liu, according to our long-term monitoring, Wo Shing has indeed been transforming into a legitimate business recently, which should be encouraged—"

Zhou Qiming's eyes gleamed, and his gaze immediately fell on Fei Sha.

"Oh? Do you have any unique insights?"

“Yes, sir! At least in the past few months, there hasn’t been a single serious security incident in my jurisdiction or in Luen Shing’s territory!”
In my opinion, such organizations not only deserve to be suppressed, but our Organized Crime and Triad Bureau (OCTB) should strive to provide appropriate guidance.

"Strive to transform Wo Luen Shing into a full-fledged chamber of commerce or hometown association, so that..."

"sit down!"

Zhou Qiming slammed his hand on the table, his voice sharp: "Sha sir, it seems you have a lot of sympathy for the triads?"

Starting tomorrow, you'll report to the archives. The Organized Crime and Triad Bureau (OCTB) doesn't need officers like you who lack firm principles!

His words became increasingly harsh and high-sounding: "Don't forget your identities, you are cops, the gang are thieves!"

It's the police's duty to catch thieves!

The atmosphere in the meeting room instantly plummeted to freezing point.

No one dared to utter a sound, but sparks of anger ignited in the eyes of many officers.

There has always been a tacit balance between the Organized Crime and Triads.

This relationship, though unspoken, is a guarantee of regional order.

Few officials in charge come out to put on airs and talk about their stance.

Moreover, why are there so many triad members on Hong Kong Island? Doesn't Zhou Qiming, the newly appointed head of the Organized Crime and Triad Bureau, have any idea at all?
However, a higher-ranking official can have absolute power, and Zhou Funian was clearly sent to cause trouble.

Even the top police commissioner was taken away by the ICAC, and Zhou Qiming's scare tactics have silenced most of the dissenting voices within the Organized Crime and Triad Bureau.

(End of this chapter)