Hong Kong Film Intelligence King

Chapter 177 Jiang Tiansheng's overtures
Everything seemed to have calmed down.

Three days later, Jiang Tiansheng took the initiative to invite Liang Kun for tea.

This is unprecedented!

Liang Kun consulted Wang Dao's opinion, and he is now relying on Wang Dao more and more, truly using Wang Dao as a mere paper fan.

"Kun-ge can go."

"Jiang Tiansheng is probably trying to ease the tension between you."

Liang Kun rolled his eyes:
"As long as he doesn't interfere with my making money, ignoring me is fine."

The box office for "Chasing Girls" has already reached seven million, and in less than half a month, at the current rate, it may reach more than nine million this month.

It could reach ten million next month.

Note that this is box office revenue without any manipulation by Wang Dao.

Conservatively estimated, Qiankun Films can earn four million yuan in profit from this movie.

Isn't it better than fighting and killing?

Young Kun is currently focused on his career and has no interest in getting involved in gangster affairs.
Based on the system recommended by the intelligence system, Wang Dao roughly summarized what Jiang Tiansheng wanted to say:
“I heard that Ekin Cheng, the chief henchman of Hung Hing elder Uncle Tung, has returned from the Netherlands with his underlings.”

Liang Kun was taken aback:
"E-mian?"

"That handsome guy?"

Wang Dao nodded:
"Yes, that's him."

Suddenly, Liang Kun realized:
"Does Chiang Tin-sang want Ekin Cheng to become the head of Tsz Wan Shan?"

"Yes, it seems that Ekin Cheng also came from Tsz Wan Shan, but he used to hang out in Kowloon City a lot."

"We did have some contact, but we didn't have a very deep relationship."

Wang Dao countered with a question:
"Is there some kind of grudge?"

Handsome Kun shook his head:
"What grudge?"

"When I was out in the business, I was very adept at social maneuvering and had good relationships with all sorts of people."

"Like Little B, that guy was such a good friend of mine back then."

"It's a pity that I spent five years studying at university, and when I came out, everything had changed."

He lit a cigarette, a self-deprecating smile playing on his lips.

Wang Dao shrugged:

"It's just that we have different perspectives."

"People like Little B are not the first, nor will they be the last."

"This guy served as Jiang Tiansheng's dog, and in the end, it really proved the saying, 'When the cunning rabbit dies, the hunting dog is cooked.'"

"They won't even be able to leave with a complete corpse."

"He deserves it, damn it."

Handsome Kun shook his head:
"Don't talk about him anymore."

"Jiang Tiansheng invited me for tea. What will we talk about?"

Wang Dao casually remarked:
"They probably want to find out what you're thinking."

Liang Kun said in astonishment:
"Jiang Tiansheng asked me for my opinion?"

Am I that important?

"I haven't participated in any club affairs at all."

Wang Dao laughed and said:

"That's true."

"But other people don't see it that way."

"Think about it, four days ago, you almost managed to completely isolate Jiang Tiansheng and Chen Yao in the Hall of Gathering Righteousness."

“Three days ago, you resolved another life-or-death crisis for Hung Hing.”

"Who in Hung Hing doesn't appreciate your kindness?"

"Jiang Tiansheng also owes you a favor."

"Does Jiang Tiansheng dare to disregard your opinion?"

Liang Kun smiled.

"What a mess this is."

“I worked so hard for my grandfather, but I didn’t get any credit in return.”

"I'm just solving a problem for myself, and they're already thanking me?"

"How ironic."

James is a big problem for Hung Hing, and he is also a big problem for Leung Kwan.

For Liang Kun, dealing with James was about clearing up trouble for himself, not purely for the company's benefit.

But things just happen to be so coincidental.

You're not just doing things for the company; that's not how others see it.

Think about it.

When all the leaders were at a loss, Liang Kun stepped forward, took on the task at hand, and successfully resolved the matter.

Even if Leung Kwan doesn't usually participate in triad affairs, who would dare to ignore him?

Liang Kun suddenly said to Wang Dao:
“You used to tell me to make money in a high-profile way, but to do things in a low-profile way.”

"I never understood it."

"Now I fucking understand!"

"As expected of Ado, what you said makes perfect sense."

Wang Dao laughed heartily:

"That's because you can hear me, Brother Kun. If it were anyone else, they would just ignore it."

Liang Kun asked:

"Besides Ekin Cheng's matter?"

Wang Dao shrugged:

"It will probably benefit you."

Handsome Kun sneered:
What benefits do I want?

Wang Dao thought for a moment:
“Jiang Tiansheng has never been a stingy person. As long as he is sure that you are not a threat to him, then whatever benefits he gives you are within his expectations.”

Liang Kun asked in surprise:

"Is that how you see him?"

Wang Dao nodded:
“Look, in the case of Binni, Chiang Tin-sang knew that Binni had switched sides to Hung Hing and wouldn’t compete with him for the leadership position, so he generously gave three leadership positions.”

“The beautiful mother and he were originally a couple, but Jiang Tiansheng dumped her because she was out of shape, and the two became enemies.”

"Logically speaking, Chiang Tin-sang should have kicked the pretty mother out of Hung Hing."

"But not."

"Jiang Tiansheng knew that the beautiful mother posed no threat to his position, and he cherished her talent, so he made her the only female leader of Hung Hing."

"Jiang Tiansheng is actually very easy to get along with, as long as you don't pose a threat to his position."

Leung Kwan seemed to be deep in thought:
"Is that so?"

Wang Dao continued:
“As long as you pose no threat to his position, the more capable you are, the happier he will be, which means that Hung Hing’s power will grow even stronger.”

"I'll use this analogy."

"If you replace Jiang Tiansheng with an ordinary company chairman, and none of his subordinates have any ambition to usurp the throne, then naturally the stronger their abilities, the better."

"Everyone likes a capable, hardworking employee, right?"

Liang Kun suddenly realized:

"Makes sense!"

Wang Daoyi shrugged:

"So, I'm not surprised whatever benefits he gives you."

Liang Kun felt completely relieved.

"I see. This is just for tea, not for intrigue or backstabbing!"

Wang Dao smiled and said:

"Definitely not."

Lam Kwan nodded:
"Then come with me."

Wang Dao shrugged:

"It's just to see Jiang Tiansheng, you don't need me to go, do you?"

"Just let Ah Jie go with you."

Liang Kun said in astonishment:
Where do you want to go?

Wang Daoli said confidently:
“A couple of days ago, Ah Zhen bought her parents a 1,500-square-foot luxury apartment, fully furnished, ready to move in.”

"I'm going to help with the move today."

“Ah Ren and Jimmy, come with me to help.”

"Do you think I should go?"

Liang Kun only felt a toothache:
"Why didn't you tell me earlier?"

Wang Dao was taken aback and said:
What good would it have done to say so earlier?

Handsome Kun sighed:

"If you had told me earlier, I would have helped you."

Wang Dao laughed heartily:

"That's not necessary."

Handsome Kun shook his head:
"You're my leader, you can't lose face."

He pulled out a drawer and took out a thick red envelope.

"Congratulations on moving to your new home."

"Please pass this on to my uncle and aunt."

Wang Dao smiled and nodded:

"Okay, I'm off then."

Liang Kun asked:

"Should we ask Benny to come along?"

"He would definitely be happy to help."

The king's way was silent:
"It's just moving; there are professional moving companies."

"I'm just going to help tidy up."

After thinking for a moment, Liang Kun said:

"Let me check the time. If I have enough time, I'll go join in the fun."

Wang Dao laughed loudly:

"Row."

Liang Kun was telling the truth. If he had known about this, he would have turned down Jiang Tiansheng's invitation long ago.

He has all sorts of flaws, but he is exceptionally filial!

Like boss, like underlings; the kingly way is also filial piety.

Of course, Wang Daode's parents passed away early, so he projected this feeling towards his parents onto the parents of those he was close to.

For example, Liang Kun's mother, and Le Huizhen's parents.

Liang Kun would definitely not stop Wang Dao's actions. If Li Jie wasn't his personal bodyguard, he wouldn't even want to bring Li Jie along.

After seeing Wang Dao off, Liang Kun didn't linger and called Li Jie over:
"Ah Jie, let's go to Jiang Tiansheng's residence for tea."

"If we have enough time, let's go to Adao's parents' house and join in the fun."

Li Jie drove steadily and quickly, arriving halfway up the mountain in twenty minutes. Jiang Tiansheng and Chen Yao personally greeted them at the entrance. Liang Kun, knowing how to handle people, quickly stepped forward.
"Mr. Jiang, why did you go to such lengths?"

"If Brother Long finds out, he'll scold me for not knowing the rules."

Jiang Tiansheng was also a very shrewd and diplomatic person, and he bluntly stated:
"We had some misunderstandings before, but now that those misunderstandings are cleared up, we should try to get closer to each other."

Handsome Kun laughed heartily:

"Mr. Jiang, you're too kind. Since it's all a misunderstanding, why don't we just talk it out?"

After everyone was seated, Jiang Tiansheng said sincerely:
"We really owe you a lot this time, otherwise Hung Hing would have faced a life-or-death crisis."

"Who would have thought that behind Babi was actually a high-ranking agent from the Fog City Telecommunications Bureau?"

Handsome Kun said seriously:
"This is a task my grandfather gave me, so naturally I must do my best."

"Moreover, doing things for Grandpa also means doing things for myself."

"Mr. Jiang, please don't take it to heart. I spent a full five million."

Jiang Tiansheng smiled:
"Ah Kun, you're really modest."

Money can solve most problems, but it can't solve all of them.

"Even if James has money, his background cannot be investigated."

"If it could really be found out, how many people in Hong Kong would be unable to sleep at night?"

Chen Yao also said:

"Just give me ten million and let me investigate. I don't even know who to ask."

Handsome Kun laughed heartily:

"Ah Yao, you're being modest. Who doesn't know you're Jiang Sheng's chief strategist?"

"We've all seen this ability."

Jiang Tiansheng said earnestly:

"Ah Kun, you have done a good job for Grandpa this time, you deserve a reward."

"Your job is straw sandal..."

Liang Kun looked at Jiang Tiansheng with hostility. What did that mean?
Did you deliberately bring me straw sandals to humiliate me?
Jiang Tiansheng said very calmly:
"Straw sandals don't suit your status. How about I change them?"

Liang Kun was baffled:

"I've already been assigned to this position, can I still change it?"

Jiang Tiansheng smiled faintly:
"Of course, how about a second marshal?"

what? !

Even though Wang Dao had warned Liang Kun beforehand, he was still shocked by Jiang Tiansheng's extravagant gesture—this was a second-rank marshal!

The leader of the group is number 489, and the second-ranking marshal is number 438.

Although it is an honorary title with little real power, isn't what people in the underworld are all about when they come out to make a fool of themselves?

Young Kun was slightly dazed, but quickly regained his senses:
"Mr. Jiang has made a mistake. My focus is now on business, and I have little time to attend to the group."

"Giving me this position is a complete waste."

Jiang Tiansheng smiled and waved his hand:
"No waste."

"Although the Second Marshal needs to be elected by the public, Ah Kun, your prestige is sufficient to fill the position."

"That's perfect, it won't affect your business."

"That's it!"

After thinking about it, Liang Kun readily agreed.

If there's a benefit to be had, wouldn't that be foolish?

This guy actually dared to give it!
Jiang Tiansheng secretly breathed a sigh of relief. If he really wanted the top position, he definitely wouldn't want this second-rank marshal.

This position is usually awarded to elders, retired leaders, and others.

It means that one is not destined to be a leader.

The fact that Liang Kun accepted this position shows that he truly doesn't covet his former position as the top leader.

Thinking of this, I felt much more at ease:
"Ah Kun, since Siu B is dead, the position at Tsz Wan Shan is now vacant. Do you have any good recommendations?"

Jiang Tiansheng had just given him the title of Second-Rank Marshal, and Liang Kun, in return, said directly:
“I’ve taken a look, and there isn’t a suitable candidate in our area to take charge of the Fit. Mr. Jiang, you should consider it yourself.”

Jiang Tiansheng wasn't surprised at all that Liang Kun knew about Ekin Cheng, after all, this guy was so well-informed that he even investigated James thoroughly. So he went along with it and said:

"What about Uncle Hua Dong, one of the Four Heavenly Kings, and his signature Yi Mian noodles?"

Lam Kwan nodded:
"Emian is a rare fighter."

“Tsz Wan Shan is very close to the ancestral home of Hung Hing, and it is a strategic point that must be defended. We really need to arrange for a capable fighter to come here.”

"I have no opinion!"

Jiang Tiansheng clapped excitedly:

“Since you’ve agreed, Ah Kun, I believe no one else in Juyitang will object.”

Liang Kun shrugs:

"I'm just telling the truth."

Jiang Tiansheng and Liang Kun seemed indifferent, but suddenly Jiang became worried. What if this guy suddenly said one day, "I'm going to retire"?
Don't think Jiang Tiansheng is worrying unnecessarily. Liang Kun's film and television business is booming, and the profits far exceed those of his side businesses. He also doesn't have to worry about the police recruiting people...

No, I have to keep Liang Kun in check.

Jiang Tiansheng's mind raced, and he immediately came up with a good idea:

"Ah Kun, you're already a Second-Rank Marshal, and all your men are only 49s. It's such a disgrace to you."

Liang Kun was taken aback:
"What does Mr. Jiang mean?"

Jiang Tiansheng laughed:
"What I'm thinking is, why don't you let your right-hand man, Adao, take up the position of White Paper Fan as well?"

He saw that Liang Kun's expression changed immediately, and he quickly said...

"Ah Kun, don't misunderstand."

"This white paper fan of yours is specially made for you."

“He’s not one of the gang’s public red sticks or white fans. Ado won’t stay at headquarters; he’ll always stay by your side.”

After thinking about it, Liang Kun accepted Jiang Tiansheng's offer.
“What Jiang Sheng said is true. It’s not right that all my men are 49s.”

"Then let Adao take up his post together when the time comes."

Jiang Tiansheng was overjoyed:
"It's a word."

The atmosphere became very harmonious, and the two chatted about gossip from the martial arts world.

Handsome Kun laughed:

“I did the math. It just so happens that when Emin Adoza takes office, it will be the same time as the time for the Ghetu Conference.”

Jiang Tiansheng laughed:
"I heard you made a bet with Benny that Hetu would split up?"

Handsome Kun said frankly:
"It will inevitably split apart."

Jiang Tiansheng was taken aback:
"What's the reason?"

Liang Kun shrugs:

"The power of the Hop To has always been in the hands of my uncle. They used to be able to fool people with Binni, but now that Binni has joined Hung Hing, I guess they will fool people with Big D again."

“But Big D is not Benny. He doesn’t have the power to subdue everyone, so the uncles’ tricks won’t work, and a split is inevitable.”

Liang Kun glanced at his watch and said apologetically:
"Mr. Jiang, thank you for the tea. I have other matters to attend to and need to return as soon as possible."

"I'll treat you to a meal another day, please do me the honor."

Jiang Tiansheng said in surprise:

"So fast?"

Handsome Kun smiled wryly:
Something really has happened.

Jiang Tiansheng didn't try to stop him; he had already achieved his goal of meeting Liang Kun.

"Then I'll see you off!"

Handsome Kun laughed:

"Mr. Jiang, please wait."

Jiang Tiansheng quickly gave the order:
"Ah Yao, see Ah Kun off."

Chen Yao respectfully said:
"Brother Kun, this way please."

Liang Kun was handpicked by Jiang Tiansheng to be the Second Route Marshal, ranking above Chen Yao, the White Paper Fan. Chen Yao had to use a respectful title when addressing Liang Kun.

When Chen Yao returned, Jiang Tiansheng asked him:

"What do you think about what Leung Kwan said about the Hetu Group splitting up?"

Chen Yao thought for a moment before saying:

"This could come true."

"As Liang Kun said, the power of He Tu has always been in the hands of his uncles. They manipulated power, preventing Han Bin from taking the position of leader for many years."

"Now that Han Bin has brought his two brothers to join Hung Hing, the uncles' tricks are no longer working."

"Division became inevitable."

Jiang Tiansheng sighed:

"That guy, Handsome Kun, is really terrifying!"

"Fortunately, he was a friend, not an enemy."

Chen Yao was stunned:
"Is Mr. Chiang really so confident in Liang Kun?"

Jiang Tiansheng smiled:

“Don’t worry, Mr. Kun. Let me give the rest of the news to the rest of the people in charge.”

"I don't want anyone opposing Yi Mian in the Hall of Righteousness!"

Chen Yao responded:
"I'll do it right away."

Jiang Tiansheng watched him leave, a mysterious smile playing on his lips, and murmured in a voice only he could hear:

"Ah Yao, I'm more worried about you than Ah Kun!"

Liang Kun was naturally unaware of this; he was in a hurry to leave because he didn't want to miss the housewarming party for Le Huizhen's parents.

Based on his understanding of the Wang couple, he knew that they must have invited a lot of people to their housewarming banquet.

When he arrived, he found that it was indeed the case.

Wherever Bozi Vanzai is, Han Bin is also there, and even Chen Guozhong is there.

Handsome Kun laughed and scolded:
"Good grief, if I hadn't come, would you guys have talked about me behind my back for a year?"

Le Huizhen smiled and said:
"Brother Kun is joking. Bozi is already representing you there."

"Besides, we've already received your generous red envelopes!"

After greeting Lok Wai-chun's parents with a string of auspicious words, Leung Kwan pulled out several men and addressed them:

"Everyone, I've been promoted!"

Chen Guozhong asked curiously:

"Your position has reached its limit; where else can you be promoted?"

Handsome Kun said smugly:
"From now on, please call me Second Marshal!"

Chen Guozhong said in astonishment:

"Ah Kun, don't you want to be the head of Hung Hing anymore?"

Liang Kun pouted:
"That's the Three Killings position. Whoever wants to take it can take it. I'm too busy running my own business."

Chen Guozhong nodded slightly.

Liang Kun added:

"Ado got promoted too!"

Wang Dao was inexplicably caught in the crossfire:

"I?"

Liang Kun sneered:
"Jiang Tiansheng suggested that you take up the position of White Paper Fan, but it will still be in Mong Kok. I agreed."

Chen Guozhong was at a loss for words. His undercover agent was about to be discovered by Bai Zhishan.
(End of this chapter)