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A hint of hesitation flashed across Chen Yao's face, clearly indicating that the commission rate was indeed beyond what was expected.

The brainless Bucky blurted out, "Brother Dong, we're all on the same side, why are we pumping such heavy water? Isn't that a bit too formal?"

He felt he had spoken everyone's thoughts and was quite pleased with himself.

Although Fatty Li had just exclaimed in surprise, he was shrewd and immediately realized that Bucky's words were too foolish and could easily ruin things.

He quickly glanced at Bucky and interrupted, "Bucky, how can you say that? Even brothers need to keep clear accounts! Ah Dong has worked hard to help us make money, so it's only right that he gets a little something for his hard work."

He set the tone first, then turned to Lin Yaodong, adopting a negotiating tone: "But, Dong, 40% is indeed a bit high. Do you think you could... make an exception? After all, the principal we invested is not a small amount."

Only Boss B voiced his support for Lin Yaodong: "Where's the big deal? Didn't you guys see the news? Ah Dong earned 1400 million in just three days!"

"Thank you for thinking so highly of me, Brother B." Lin Yaodong thanked Brother B and then looked at the others.

He still wore that harmless smile, as if he had expected this question.

He waited until the murmurs subsided before speaking slowly and deliberately, his voice sounding exceptionally calm through his gold-rimmed glasses: "Uncles and elders, I have my reasons for accepting this amount."

The stock market is not an ATM; it goes up and down, and everyone bears the risk themselves. Everyone understands this principle.

He abruptly changed the subject, presenting a condition that instantly silenced everyone: "I'm taking 40% because I also promise that if any of your investments result in losses, I, Lin Yaodong, will personally bear all the losses and settle the accounts for you!"

"Balancing the accounts?"

"You'll cover the losses if we lose money?"

"Really?"

For a moment, the banquet hall was filled with voices of surprise and uncertainty.

This promise carries immense weight!

This means that the funds they invest carry almost no risk.

If we make a profit, we'll all share it.

Lin Yaodong lost money, so he paid out of his own pocket to cover the loss.

Is there really such a sure-fire way to make money in the world?

Lin Yaodong took in everyone's reactions. He knew that this promise of "breaking even" was the real trump card, enough to dispel any doubts brought about by the high commission of 40%.

He raised his glass again, a smile on his face, but his tone carried an undeniable decisiveness: "So, if there are no problems, then everyone is happy and the cooperation will be fruitful."

If you cannot accept this condition, then consider today my treat for everyone to a simple meal, and let's leave the stock matter behind, never to be mentioned again! I will not force anyone to agree to this.

He retreated in the name of advancement, seemingly handing the choice back to the other party, but in reality blocking all avenues of retreat.

Faced with the huge temptation of "guaranteed profits", the 40% commission seems acceptable.

At this moment, Chen Yao, the usually taciturn advisor of Hung Hing, spoke up.

He pushed up his glasses, his voice steady yet clear to everyone: "I think it's fine."

All eyes were on Chen Yao.

As the confidant of Mr. Chiang and a figurehead of the organization, his attitude often represented the intentions of the higher-ups.

Chen Yao looked at Lin Yaodong and said slowly, "Since Adong has made a promise to break even, then this business is a sure thing for us."

He emphasized the words "guaranteed profit" and then glanced at the uncles and elders present, adding meaningfully, "Of course, the premise is, as Ah Dong emphasized at the beginning, that the money we invest must be clean."

On this point, I hope that everyone here will assure you, as if swearing an oath to Guan Yu, that it will be without error.

His words were both a way of supporting Lin Yaodong and a way of representing the triad's leadership to reiterate the legality of the funds to everyone, in order to avoid causing trouble for the triad in the future.

Lin Yaodong understood immediately and replied with a smile, "Brother Yao is right, of course. The rules are set so that everyone can abide by them and make money together."

Chen Yao's statement was like a final, definitive statement.

As Lin Yaodong's boss, Boss B was even more proud at this moment. He was the first to step forward, patting his chest to confirm the investment amount: "I trust A-Dong to do things! I'll invest 200 million!"

Chen Yao glanced at Boss B, pondered for a moment, and then said, "I'll invest 300 million."

He paused, raised his voice, and dropped an even more shocking piece of news: "In addition, Mr. Jiang asked me to convey that he also has high hopes for A Dong's abilities and will invest 500 million to test the waters."

"Mr. Jiang also voted?"

Even Jiang Sheng…

The fact that Jiang Tiansheng, the leader of the triad, has provided substantial financial support is undoubtedly the greatest recognition and endorsement for Lin Yaodong.

Now, the uncles and elders who had been somewhat hesitant no longer had any doubts.

Bucky immediately shouted, "Since Mr. Jiang has already invested 500 million, I'm definitely going to follow suit! I'll invest 100 million!"

That's pretty much all he has in store.

Fatty Li's eyes darted around. Although he was tempted, he was cautious by nature, especially when it came to large sums of money. He smiled and said, "Ah Dong, I'll invest 100 million first. If it really makes money and I see results, I'll add more investment later. What do you think?"

His words were tactful, expressing his support while leaving himself an out.

"Okay." Lin Yaodong nodded with a smile.

With Jiang Tiansheng, Chen Yao and Big Brother B taking the lead, other uncles and hall masters followed suit, some offering 500,000, others 1 million. Soon, the total amount of verbally promised investment exceeded 20 million Hong Kong dollars.

Lin Yaodong smiled, but his mind was perfectly clear.

He knew very well that the 2000 million was by no means the entire fortune of these underworld bosses.

Many of them, especially old foxes like Fat Lai, were only putting out a portion of their funds to test the waters. On the one hand, they were worried about Lin Yaodong's abilities, and on a deeper level, they were probably afraid that he would abscond with the money.

After all, establishing such trust, which involves huge sums of money, is especially difficult in the underworld.

He also noticed that not everyone in the Hung Hing organization was present.

Dinosaur, Han Bin, Thirteen Sister, and Small Eyes—these four powerful gang leaders, along with Sheng Fan, who is competing with him for the position of leader of Mong Kok, did not appear at tonight's banquet.

This is a signal worth pondering.

However, the most important thing right now is to secure and implement the existing benefits.

He did not mention the election.

Lin Yaodong raised his glass again, a warm and confident smile on his face: "Thank you all for your trust, uncles and patriarchs! I, Lin Yaodong, dare not promise anything else, but I will definitely keep my word! This glass is for you all! I wish us a successful cooperation and abundant wealth!"

"The collaboration went smoothly!"

"May you get rich! May you get rich!"

Everyone responded in unison, stood up, and drank the wine in their glasses in one gulp.

The atmosphere reached its climax, as if one could already see wealth rolling in.

This seemingly lively and harmonious dinner, which was actually rife with undercurrents, finally came to a close amidst mutual politeness and tacit understanding.

Surrounded by their trusted confidants, the uncles and patriarchs departed one by one, each with a different expression on their face—some excited, some expectant, and some with a hint of barely perceptible caution.

News of what happened at the Peninsula Hotel quickly reached Tuen Mun.