Hong Kong variety show: I wanted to be a lawyer, but I became a big shot.

Shui Ling's expression froze, and her phoenix eyes slowly narrowed.

She didn't move, remaining seated on his lap, but her voice had turned colder:

"good!"

"Since you've put it that way, I'll just lay my cards on the table."

She stood up, adjusted her robe, walked to the French windows, and turned her back to him.

"I'll handle the talks with the Westerners."

"Starting tomorrow night, these three territories will inevitably be embroiled in a battle."

"What I mean is, Dongxing is determined to win..."

"So I hope you, my brother, will be lenient and let this little woman go."

Upon hearing Shui Ling say that she was going to negotiate with the foreigners, Lin Bei's vigilance instantly spiked.

Tonight's attack on Sun Kee by Tung Sing was clearly premeditated, and there are foreigners behind it.

The question is, why would the foreigners be willing to join forces with Tung Sing to eliminate Shin Kei at this time?

Despite the repeated setbacks, Shin Kei is still one of the four major triads.

The police's open crackdown on a long-established triad is definitely not just because of a street brawl.

In the underworld, which gang doesn't use the Hongmen name to intimidate people?

If the police launch a full-scale crackdown on a certain triad, other triads will inevitably unite in retaliation.

The Hong Kong Island Police Force is well aware of this.

This is something Superintendent Hui said to his subordinates in the movie "Election": you can never beat all the triads.

They arrest a batch today, but another batch of short mules will rush in tomorrow.

Moreover, during the 1960s and 70s when corrupt police were rampant, the interests of the police and criminals were intertwined.

Even now, there are still many groups that sell pornography and make money by relying on foreigners.

It's even less likely that the Westerners would push a large triad like the New Star to its death just for the sake of the East Star.

Unless... Shinji did something that the foreigners couldn't tolerate.

boom!

A thunderbolt exploded in Lin Bei's mind.

But it's only March 1986 now, more than a year before that incident, how could it be brought forward?

Could it be because of the woman in front of him?

Or did Lao Xu already contact some people beforehand, and the north found out?

If Lao Xu was really arrested because of the "Dragon Head Case", then everything makes sense.

The new regime's territory will be reshuffled.

These three seemingly sweet and delicious unclaimed cakes were not only unpalatable, but also contained deadly poison.

Whoever touches it will be targeted by the foreigners.

But why is this woman putting on such a pitiful act in front of me?

Is this some kind of trap, a way to lure me into walking into a minefield?

Lin Bei sneered inwardly, but his face remained expressionless.

"Heh, Shui Ling, you think you can keep Hung Hing from intervening? That's easy enough!"

"Haven't you already achieved your goal tonight...?"

Upon hearing this, Shui Ling laughed along, but inwardly she was sneering.

This man is both greedy and lustful.

"Oh? If it's that simple, then I'll keep you company again tomorrow night."

"I can even open a swallow's nest for you..."

She turned around, her eyes sparkling, and a suggestive smile curved her lips.

Gan.

Is this the open-minded education of a mafia boss?

However, the taste of the fried dough twists and such is too strong.

Will this woman be able to sing after getting the microphone stained with "Oli Gei" (a popular internet slang term for a cute, energetic singer)?

"Ahem, all of that is easy to discuss."

Lin Bei cleared his throat and stubbed out his cigar in the ashtray.

"However, one thing at a time, Dongxing needs to show some sincerity."

Ultimately, in the adult world, nothing is more about self-interest.

Shui Ling's lips twitched slightly.

This was the first time she had ever seen such a shameless man, taking food and money without asking for them.

"Dongxing will take these three territories."

"From now on, I'll source my long-term business, including fruits, vegetables, alcohol, and grains, from Hung Hing."

"Furthermore, Hung Hing will not charge any protection fees, management fees, or other charges when opening stores on Tung Sing's territory in the future."

"Is this alright now?"

Seeing her pained expression, Lin Bei knew he had squeezed her dry enough, so he decided to stop while he was ahead.

"OK!"

"Since you've put it this way today, I can't very well refuse."

He downed the glass of red wine in one gulp, then stood up and extended his hand to Shui Ling.

"Let's get the medicine done while there's still time."

Shui Ling rolled her eyes at him, then pulled on her finger, loosening the belt of her robe, and the silk fabric slowly slid down her shoulders.

......

The following morning, in Kowloon Tong, at the Hui family villa.

Xu Yan had just gotten up and was sitting at the dining table eating breakfast.

In front of him was a bowl of white porridge, several small dishes, and a copy of the Oriental Daily News, which clearly described the gang fight from the previous night.

Xu Cheng sat opposite him, drinking his milk with his head down, and neither of them spoke.

Sunlight streamed in through the floor-to-ceiling windows, making the glasses on the dining table gleam.

Birds were chirping in the yard, and the sound of cars passing by could be heard in the distance. Everything seemed the same as usual.

Until a series of hurried footsteps came from outside the door.

boom!

The villa's gate was kicked open from the outside, and a group of plainclothes police officers filed in. The leader was a man in his thirties, wearing a dark gray suit and with his hair neatly combed. He was none other than Chief Inspector Lee Man-bun of the Organized Crime and Triad Bureau (OCTB) at the police headquarters.

Xu Yan put down his chopsticks, slowly raised his head, and adjusted his glasses.

He didn't show much surprise on his face, but his gaze was somewhat cold.

"Li Sir, you broke into a private residence with your men first thing in the morning. Do you think my identity as a lawyer is fake?"

"You'd better give me a reasonable explanation, otherwise..."

Li Wenbin walked up to him, sneered, and waved his hand.

"Old Xu, we're all smart people, so stop pretending."

After saying that, he took out two pieces of paper from the inside pocket of his suit and unfolded them in front of Xu Yan.

"These are arrest and search warrants specially approved by headquarters."

"You have the right to remain silent now, but everything you say can be used against you in a court of law."

When Xu Yan saw the red official seals on the two papers, his face turned uncontrollably pale, and his breathing suddenly quickened.

He guessed correctly; that matter must have been exposed.

Moreover, those who had long cooperated with Xinji and acted as protectors chose to abandon them at this time, watching coldly from the sidelines, and may even have given them a push from behind.

He didn't say anything more, but slowly stood up, folded the napkin and placed it on the table. His movements were slow, as if he was trying to save face.

"I can cooperate, but I require that I wear a hood."

Li Wenbin gave him a deep look, nodded, and then turned to Kuang Zhili beside him and instructed him:

"They pulled him into the car, and the suspect demanded to wear a hood."

"Everyone else, search the villa! Don't miss a single room!"

"Yes, sir!"

Kwong Chi-lap responded loudly and waved his hand. Several police officers immediately dispersed and began the search.

Two police officers stepped forward, handcuffed Xu Yan and put a black hood over his head, and carried him out, one on each side.

Xu Cheng did not resist from beginning to end; he simply stood by the dining table, silently watching his father's back.

After everyone had left the door, he turned around and looked at Li Wenbin.

"Li Sir, I hope your men won't damage my belongings during the search."