Chapter 440 Ambition
What's more, Wei Longhao has been too prominent in recent years, so Xiang Yan naturally thought about replacing him.
We are all gangsters, why is Wei Longhao so arrogant?
Now, when outsiders mention Hong Kong gangs, the first thing they think of is Hutchison Whampoa, which is Wei Long Hao!
What's more, he monopolized Yau Tsim Mong. Although no one said it out loud due to his strength, in fact, no one was convinced in their hearts.
Ge Zhixiong reacted and understood Xiang Yan's intention to gain some benefits, so he also slowed down his pace and said, "Then you can continue to be a fan and continue to count your money."
"The Sun Never Sets has signed a return agreement. I wonder what the future holds for the New Record Company, which your father founded, when that day comes."
These words were like an extremely sharp knife, stabbing straight into Xiang Yan's heart!
No one knows what the future situation will be like, and whether Xinji’s fan business can continue to be as prosperous as it is now.
Once the policy changes, Xinji will have to change its business strategy, after all, this is an illegal business.
This is also what Xiang Yan is most worried about during this period.
"Old fox, I have to admit that your reason has moved me. I won't waste my words with you. From now on, the Number Gang will allow Xinji to leave their territory. I will help you deal with Wei Longhao."
Xiang Yan had thought about this countless times in countless days and nights, and he was very sure that even if current events changed in the future, Xin Ji would never leave Hong Kong Island.
The Xiang family has lived here for so many years. If they leave rashly, all their accumulation over the years will be wasted.
"You are asking for too much. You have the business of selling followers, and so does my Haohao Gang. If I give the business to you, what will happen to my brothers? They will be left with nothing!"
"There's no need to test us. Let's just state some practical requests."
Being rejected outright, Xiang Yan did not get angry, but just smiled and asked back: "Then tell me, what can you give me?"
Facing the ball that was kicked back, Ge Zhixiong pondered for a moment and said, "If the plan goes well, we can occupy some of Hutchison's territories. Those are all prosperous areas. Wouldn't it be more effective for you to attract fans?"
Xiang Yan sneered and said, "What are you thinking of? You actually want to make a fuss for me?"
"If you don't come up with something practical, this matter won't be settled."
"You don't have to let me go to your territory. From now on, the goods of the Number Gang must be obtained from Xinji. I promise to give you the normal market price and will not rip you off."
Even though Xinji's fan business is booming now, it is actually a castle in the air. The current situation is so chaotic. If the world changes suddenly, all these will be bubbles that will burst at the slightest touch.
Therefore, Xiang Yan wanted to make a fortune for a while while there was still time and the situation had not yet settled, as if it were his last carnival!
At this special time of year, the brave ones will die of overeating, while the timid ones will die of starvation!
"can."
For Ge Zhixiong, it doesn't matter who he buys from, as long as the price is fair.
The two sides reached a general agreement and negotiated some specific details before parting ways.
As soon as Xiang Yan returned to the hall, he called Xiang Qiang.
"Boss, you called me?"
Facing his eldest brother Xiang Yan, the head of the Xiang family, Xiang Qiang was still very humble and polite.
"Sit down." Xiang Yan pointed to the seat next to him.
Xiang Qiang sat down carefully, but he felt uneasy.
It's not that he is timid, it's just that the current atmosphere makes him feel a little suffocated.
Xiang Yan knocked the ash off his cigarette onto the ground and asked casually, "How's your film and television company doing lately?"
Hearing this, Xiang Qiang's heart skipped a beat. After organizing his words, he dared to open his mouth, "Recently, the performance of the film and television company has been rising slowly. Compared with before, it has increased by two percentage points month-on-month. If it continues to develop according to this trend, it will definitely get better and better in the near future..."
Xiang Yan frowned, his voice tone rose a few degrees, his face gloomy, "Do you think I'm one of those brainless investors?"
"You're using some official language and clichés to evade me. Do you really think that this thing can't be done without you?"
Xiang Qiangteng stood up from the sofa in an instant, waved his hands and explained, "Boss, that's not what I meant. I wouldn't dare to lie to anyone else but you..."
"It's really because Hutchison Entertainment is too powerful. And since the Qin Han incident became a big deal, anyone with a little fame doesn't dare to cooperate with us. I can only recruit some unknown and unfamous guys from the mainland or other places..."
In a nutshell, it's not that he doesn't have the ability to become stronger, it's just that the enemy is too powerful, it's not his fault.
Xiang Qiang wanted to pass on the blame, but Xiang Yan would never let him have his way. He stood up and slapped him in the face, "Fuck you, old man! If you weren't my younger brother, I would send you to Africa right now to fend for yourself!"
"Hutchison Entertainment is backed by Hutchison. Don't you have Sun Hung Kai behind you?"
“If you don’t know how to use your own strengths, how can you achieve great things?”
The increasingly turbulent situation has made Xiang Yan clearly realize that if people like them want to continue to enjoy a life of superiority after returning and not be eliminated by the times, then running the society in a proper way is inevitable and also the only choice.
This is also the reason why he instructed Xiang Qiang to set up a film and television company.
Whenever he thought of this, Xiang Yan would sincerely admire Wei Long Hao. When he led Wo Sheng Wo to transformation, almost everyone was disdainful of it. No one would believe that a gangster could do legitimate business, and no one thought that this was the right path. It was so easy for gangs to make money, so why bother trying so hard to make money in the legitimate business?
But now, Hutchison has almost completed most of its transformation. Even if there are some gray industries left, they can be broken up into small pieces at any time and hidden in a quiet and peaceful environment.
Lin Zehao, who was a low-level gangster with nothing, transformed himself into a wealthy man, a big businessman, a patriotic entrepreneur. He wore a suit and tie and frequently appeared in high-end places, drinking and chatting with the upper-class elites.
Looking at them again, they are still the same as before, fighting for territory, being protected by laws, losing fans, etc., and they have not made any progress at all.
If it continues like this, there will actually be no impact, but the current situation has changed drastically, and no one can guarantee that if it continues like this, there will be no liquidation in the future.
"Boss, I have been stupid since I was a child. I hope you can point it out. I will do it."
Xiang Qiangqiang suppressed the joy and excitement that was about to burst out in his heart, and once again pretended to be harmless and stupid.
"Fuck! When you recruit people or develop any business in the future, remember to use the club's connections. I will tell the people below and ask them to cooperate."
Xiang Yan cursed angrily, then sat back on the sofa and said, "I'll give you one more year. If you can't meet my requirements, don't get involved in the family business in the future. Just be a rich man."
Seeing Xiang Yan waving his hands, looking exhausted, Xiang Qiang agreed and left. After leaving the door, his drooping head immediately became high, his hunched body became straight, and his face was full of desire for power!
In this way, he finally indirectly took control of Xinji!
Why has Xinji Film and Television Company achieved nothing in recent years, and doesn't even have a single achievement to show for itself?
In addition to the reason of Wei Longhao's strong intervention, there are also reasons due to Xiang Qiang himself, because he didn't want to make any achievements in the film and television company at all.
The reason is very simple. He is the nominal boss of this film and television company, but the one who actually controls it is Xiang Yan. After lying dormant for so long, he no longer wants to be anyone's puppet!
He must make this film and television company fail, so that Xiang Yan will give him more power and more help!
Just like now, Xiang Qiang can command the power of Xinji as he wished, and this is his real purpose!
What Xiang Qiang didn't know was that as soon as he left the house, Xin Ji's second marshal Xiang Bo slowly walked out from behind the screen, sat in front of Xiang Yan, and said, "Boss, he is not reconciled. I saw ambition in his eyes. Although he hid it very well, he still couldn't escape my eyes."
"The power of Xinji cannot be in his hands."
Xiang Yan didn't say anything, but threw a cigar to Xiang Bo. After they lit it, he slowly spoke, "I know, it's not a big deal to have ambition, but it's scary to have abilities that don't match your ambitions."
"Don't worry, I've already made arrangements. The people below won't be stupid enough to be controlled by him."
After sitting in the leading position for such a long time, even a loser would have been trained, not to mention that Xiang Yan has never been a loser.
When his father got into trouble, he decisively gave up his studies and took over the club. At that time, the Lin family was at its peak, and no one thought that he could keep the leading position.
Unexpectedly, Xiang Yan really did it in the end. Although a lot of power was divided among the Lin family, the title of leader was still in the hands of the Xiang family.
Could this kind of person be a fool?
"I'm not worried about that. I'm worried about the Lin family. I'm afraid that old man Lin Shixia won't give up this opportunity."
"If he chooses to support Aqiang, we will be in a passive position..." Xiang Bo pushed his glasses on the bridge of his nose with a somewhat cold expression.
In the face of absolute power, no one can remain completely rational, especially someone who has been enduring for a long time, who will explode even more violently.
"Hahahahaha!"
Xiang Yan laughed out loud, even tears came out.
"If Lin Shixia really does this, it will be exactly what he wants."
"Now I'm not worried that he won't cause trouble, I'm just worried that he won't have an excuse to do it."
Xiang Yan's eyes were sharp, and the determination revealed in his words could not be underestimated.
He never relaxed his vigilance against the Lin family, just as the Lin family had never given up their pursuit of the leadership position.
It’s just that Xinjizoutian is making so much money right now that the two companies have no intention of fighting, or they are both intentionally restraining each other.
It seems that everything is calm and harmonious, but in fact both sides are quietly accumulating strength, waiting for the moment of complete outbreak.
The world of martial arts is never peaceful, and wherever there are people, there is martial arts.
Tsim Sha Tsui.
Han Chen was sitting at a roadside food stall. The small table was filled with delicious food, and next to him was a glass of full, foamy, ice-cold beer.
Opposite him, sat a man in a baseball cap, with his head down, just eating.
"Mr. Liu, I heard that you got promoted. In just a few years, you became a senior inspector. You have a bright future ahead of you."
"Come, I'll toast you a glass for your bright future."
Han Chen raised his glass with a smile, waiting for Liu Jianming's response.
"Thank you, Brother Chen."
Liu Jianming smiled against his will and raised his glass to clink with his.
The golden wine splashed out uncontrollably and spilled onto the table.
"What a pity! The cup contains a liter of draft beer worth 80 yuan, but once it is spilled, it becomes worthless."
"Officer Liu, am I right?"
Liu Jianming could naturally hear the hidden meaning in Han Chen's words, but the situation was stronger than the person, and he could only bear the beating.
Liu Jianming raised his head slightly, looked around, and whispered: "Brother Chen, we have known each other for such a long time, there should be a foundation of trust, right?"
"What are you planning to do when you ask me out this time? Just tell me directly."
"And could you please ask us to meet somewhere else next time? I always feel uneasy on Hutchison's territory."
A senior inspector secretly meeting with a capable man of the Ni family, as long as it is discovered, there is no need for any evidence. Liu Jianming cannot clear himself even if he jumps into the Yellow River. Taking off his police uniform is the easiest consequence. If the matter gets out of hand, he will have to go to Stanley Jail.
Han Chen put down his chopsticks, took out two napkins and wiped his mouth casually, and said, "What happened to Hutchison's territory? Hong Kong Island is so chaotic now. Apart from the police headquarters building, only Hutchison's territory is the most peaceful."
"Could it be that you want to meet me on the rooftop of the building?"
Seeing Liu Jianming's silence, Han Chen calmed down a little and said seriously, "I came here this time not only to congratulate you on your promotion, but also to ask you to do me a favor. I wonder if Inspector Liu will give me this favor."
Han Chen's small eyes stared at Liu Jianming without blinking, as if he wanted to penetrate his heart.
Liu Jianming had no intention of moving away. He just stared at him and said word by word, "Brother Chen, why bother?"
"Without you, I wouldn't be where I am today. Just tell me what you want me to do, and I'll do it without hesitation."
After repeated attempts, Han Chen was satisfied, so he stopped talking nonsense and said directly: "I want to get rid of Ni Kun, you have to help me this time."
Liu Jianming, who was about to drink, trembled in his heart, and a lot of beer in his hand spilled out. He forced himself to suppress the fluctuations in his heart, and almost roared: "You are crazy!"
"Do you know what the consequences will be if you kill Ni Kun at this time?"
"Do you think that after getting rid of Ni Kun, it will be your turn to take the top position?"
(End of this chapter)
