……

one day later,

On Ma Zhichao's side, Tian Yangsheng finally arrived late and discovered the arrival of the Ice Queen and her group.

"Boss, we've spotted the Ice Queen gang in Saigon..."

"I asked my men in Southeast Asia, and this time the Ice Queen brought a total of 4 tons of ice!"

Ma Zhichao immediately became serious.

Four tons!

He thought it was 2 tons!

If this stuff gets into the market, how many families will be ruined and people killed?

Although Ma Zhichao was arrogant, disdainful of others, outspoken, and vindictive—he'd kick even a stray dog ​​he saw on the street, silencing both the dogs and the inhuman—he also frequently swindled capitalists…wait, the last point isn't so bad…

but……

Ma Zhichao absolutely will not allow so much ice to enter Hong Kong Island!

"Ah……"

"Perfect timing! This is the perfect opportunity to showcase the strength of the Umbrella Corporation and let all Hong Kong citizens know that the Umbrella Corporation truly is the 'protective umbrella for the citizens of Hong Kong Island'!"

This anti-monopoly effort has, to some extent, dragged the companies that act as protectors into a negative public opinion storm.

Perfect timing to use the Ice Queen to farm reputation!

Chapter 324 Zeng Xiangrong defected to Ma Zhichao, and the Military Intelligence Bureau...

Longgutan.

The sun shines brightly during the day, the weather is pleasant, and a gentle breeze is blowing, making it comfortable and enjoyable.

The waves crashed against the rocks, making a beautiful sound.

Ma Zhichao was sitting quietly on the reef, focused on fishing.

At this moment,

A car slowly drove up and stopped at the shore.

Zeng Xiangrong got out of the car.

The sea breeze ruffled his thick hair as he looked at Ma Zhichao on the reef.

"Director Ma..."

Zeng Xiangrong walked over, climbed onto the reef, and sat down next to Ma Zhichao.

"I wonder what Director Ma's purpose is in inviting me here fishing?"

This morning, Ma Zhichao suddenly asked him to meet at a rather remote location. Longgutan is a popular spot for smuggling and illegal immigration, which shows how remote it is.

Ma Zhichao looked at Tian Yangsheng below the reef, and Tian Yangsheng nodded to him, confirming that there were no eavesdropping devices.

Ma Zhichao then said to Zeng Xiangrong, "You should have seen my contest with the Grand Commander."

Zeng Xiangrong nodded.

When the Grand Commander arrived, Zeng Xiangrong was promoted to the top position, hoping the Grand Commander could suppress Ma Zhichao. However, he was thoroughly outmaneuvered in the first round, repeatedly humiliated, his face swollen from the blows. Moreover, Zeng Xiangrong discovered that Ma Zhichao's influence had infiltrated the judicial system, which was quite alarming!

This immediately extinguished Zeng Xiangrong's idea of ​​dealing with Ma Zhichao.

Are you kidding me? You Robinson couldn't even handle Ma Zhichao, and you want me, a nobody, to charge into battle?

Ma Zhichao cut to the chase: "You once served as an official, traveling thousands of miles just for power and wealth. Am I right?"

Zeng Xiangrong felt that these words were too blatant and wanted to refute them, but found that he didn't know how to refute them.

When he joined the police force, it was during Inspector Lui Lok's era, when bribery was rampant. Even those who were enthusiastic were easily corrupted by the corrupting influence of the system.

Zeng Xiangrong experienced hardship in his childhood, often going hungry and cold, and frequently being bullied by thugs. However, he refused to give up and decided to become a policeman to protect the weak. He harbored lofty ambitions, dreaming of one day becoming a brave policeman.

However, after joining the police department under Inspector Lui Lok, he quickly began to drift along in this corrupt environment. He wasn't particularly evil, but he also forgot his original aspirations.

On October 28, 1977, a conflict broke out between the Hong Kong police and the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC). Subsequently, the government made a compromise, and except for the major corrupt official, the other police officers were spared punishment. Tsang Heung-wing then began to climb the ranks.

Now, 17 years later, he has become the number one player, and decades of experience have made him completely different from before.

He claims he's not after power or wealth?

Even Zeng Xiangrong himself didn't believe it!

Zeng Xiangrong looked at Ma Zhichao: "Mr. Ma, just say what you need to say..."

At this moment, without realizing it, he had changed his form of address, calling him "Sir" instead of "Director Ma"!

Ma Zhichao smiled and understood Zeng Xiangrong's choice.

“I, Ma Zhichao, have always been clear about my gratitude and grievances.”

"Those who are my enemies, die!"

"If you become my friend, I will bestow upon you great wealth and honor!"

Ma Zhichao looked at Zeng Xiangrong.

"You may not know this, but many of the high-ranking officials in Hong Kong are actually my friends."

"The Secretary for Justice, Ma Fu-sin, is my friend..."

Zeng Xiangrong was startled!

No wonder!

No wonder!

No wonder Ma Zhichao won these three anti-monopoly lawsuits so decisively!

It turns out that the Secretary for Justice, Ma Fu-shan, is actually a friend of Ma Chi-chiu!

Zeng Xiangrong stirred up a storm!

Ma Zhichao added, "The Financial Secretary is a friend of mine, and he always warns me of any suspicious activity..."

Zeng Xiangrong is shocked again!

Ma Zhichao: "There are many more, including the Provincial Secretary, the Secretary of Justice, the Secretary of Finance... I've made many friends..."

Zeng Xiangrong's hands and feet were already ice cold at this moment.

No wonder Ma Zhichao was able to increase his assets to tens of billions in just one year!

Ma Zhichao sneered: "Actually, I'm not afraid to tell you, the former Grand Commander was also my friend!"

Clang~~~~

The fishing rod that Zeng Xiangrong had just picked up fell directly to the ground.

Everyone was stunned!

Was the former Grand Commander also bribed by Ma Zhichao?

Zeng Xiangrong thought about the various close interactions between the former Grand Commander and Ma Zhichao in the later period, and looking at it this way, everything made sense!

Ma Zhichao reached out, picked up the fishing rod, and handed it back to Zeng Xiangrong, slowly, calmly, and confidently.

"The reason I have so many friends is because there are less than three years left until 2009, which is their last chance to make money. I can give them a lot of money, so why wouldn't they do it?"

Zeng Xiangrong knew that this was indeed the mindset of most senior government officials in Hong Kong Island.

Make the most of the remaining two years and earn as much as you can!

He himself had this idea.

Ma Zhichao looked at Zeng Xiangrong.

"With my current strength, Ma Zhichao..."

"I don't care about the position of the top police officer?"

"As long as you become my friend, I won't treat you unfairly!"

Zeng Xiangrong looked at Ma Zhichao, his expression a mixture of anticipation, trepidation, and fear...

He hoped Ma Zhichao would bribe him, but he was also afraid that Ma Zhichao would bribe him, and even more afraid that Ma Zhichao would offer him a large sum of money that he could not resist the temptation of.

Ma Zhichao simply extended one finger.

"1000?"

Zeng Xiangrong couldn't help but say.

Ma Zhichao chuckled: "No, that's too narrow-minded... I can give you HK$100 million, one payment a year! You can stay the top dog comfortably until 9*, a total of 3 years, which is HK$300 million!"

"The only condition is that you become my friend!"

"Once 9* arrives, you can immigrate directly to Victoria or the United States!"

Zeng Xiangrong was completely speechless!

His eyes were filled with shock, fear, and then a burning flame!

He was moved!

However, he still held back.

Because he always remembered that Ma Zhichao had a notable characteristic: he liked to record audio!

(The person who was scammed: No, he's evolved now; he's started taking photos secretly!)

Zeng Xiangrong: "Sorry, I'm not that kind of person!"

finished,

He got up, jumped off the rocks, and left.

However, fearing that Ma Zhichao might misunderstand and then target him, he turned to look at Ma Zhichao and added, "Mr. Ma, I hope we can get along peacefully in the future!"

After saying that, he breathed a sigh of relief, got into his car, and drove away.

Tian Yangyi watched the car drive further and further away: "Boss, he didn't agree. Should we find a chance to get rid of him?"

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