As Brooke said, not all the people who are eligible to live in the concession are rich. Not all the foreigners in the concession are high. At least many of these fleeing White Russians had a hard time living in the French Concession.

As for the Ivan family who moved into a rented house, many Belarusians living in the French Concession knew about it. Many White Russians who fled to Shanghai knew that Ivan had earlier been a count of Tsarist Russia, and even held the rank of lieutenant colonel.

When they first moved to the French Concession, Ivan's family was undoubtedly better off than the rest of the White Russians. It's a pity that with the death of Ivan's wife, Ivan also became decadent, and the money he brought in the concession was quickly spent.

In order to maintain the so-called aristocratic dignity, Ivan still struggled to raise his children. But when he realized that his family was running out of money and needed to make money, he invested in several businesses but lost all his money, and finally even sold the villas built in the concession to others.

After selling the house, Ivan rented another villa. After living for a few years, I found that the rent was still a big burden, and I finally had to move here. What sadds Ivan the most is that his son has failed to take up the burden of reviving the family's honor.

Even in the French Concession, his son Nuvich has a lot of prestige in the hearts of the younger generation of White Russian youth. But as his son's leg was broken, the Ivan family's signboard became a joke in the eyes of others, which made Ivan feel very uncomfortable.

Looking at Hu Biao who came out of his son's room, Ivan, who already knew what his daughter had paid, felt uncomfortable and guilty. But he also knows that his daughter is already old and has her own choices and personality.

Although Hu Biao's identity and temperament made Ivan wary, he also knew that without the protection of him and his son, his young and beautiful daughter would easily become the object of others' prying eyes, and even try to take it for himself.

Since his daughter is going to get married sooner or later, Ivan feels that Hu Biao at least looks younger than those gang bosses. In the French Concession, many wealthy local businessmen living in the concession would mostly support one or two young and beautiful White Russian women.

Compared with letting his daughter accompany those wealthy businessmen who are older than him, Ivan feels that Hu Biao is at least a good match for his daughter. Even if Hu Biao didn't promise to marry his daughter, the favor he showed now still made Ivan feel quite proud.

"Humph! The charm of my old Ivan's daughter, this yellow-skinned boy must not be able to resist! ”

Ivan definitely didn't dare to say this kind of thing in front of Hu Biao, so he could only feel a little better in his heart. In Ivan's opinion, if Hu Biao is not a gang boss, then Hu Biao should be a soldier. But how can such a young soldier be so rich?

Could it be that Hu Biao has a good background and has a rich and powerful family in his hometown? If this is the case, Ivan thinks that his daughter can be regarded as a good match for such a child of a family, and the family in Huaxia is actually similar to the aristocracy!

Regarding the speculation and self-comfort thoughts in old Ivan's heart, Hu Biao didn't pay too much attention. After last night's incident, Hu Biao felt that Nina was indeed good. After the conquest, he could already feel that Nina's heart was falling.

Perhaps, as seen on the Internet in later generations, the best way to conquer women is to take shortcuts!

Although he doesn't know much about Ivan's situation at present, Hu Biao feels that this guy should have some connections and fame in the Belarusian circle. By co-opting the Ivan family, it should be no problem to co-opt some White Russians for their own use.

Earlier, Hu Biao also considered setting up a secret intelligence station in Shanghai. But on the surface, Hu Biao also hoped to make some fame, contact businessmen and consuls and military attachés from various countries, and begin to establish his own contacts and influence.

If this force appears with Chinese faces, I am afraid that it will attract the attention of the little devils, and if something really happens, the little devils will also take decisive measures directly. If it is a group of White Russians who help Hu Biao on the surface, the little devil must also think twice.

Even if the Belarusian refugees were not welcomed in Shanghai, they were still foreigners, and they also had a lot of influence in the French Concession. The most important thing is that Hu Biao conceived an idea after learning about the Belarusian refugees, which I believe will be difficult for the Belarusian refugees to refuse.

Walking out of the room, Hu Biao called Brooke and said, "Do you know that the hospital in the concession has better skills in treating orthopedics?" ”

"Brother, have you really decided to take care of this?"

"Brooke, trust me. There are some things that I will talk to you about when I get back. You've been in contact with me for a long time, and you should know that I never do anything at a loss. In addition, here in the French Concession, can you also find a suitable house for me to live in? ”

"Alright! Brother, I hope you won't regret it in the future! ”

As a gold digger in the concession, Brooke was very taboo about the reputation of Belarusian refugees. Finding a few women to play with, Brooke didn't think it was a big deal. But if you really have to spend a lot of money, Brooke thinks it's not worth it.

Just like Hu Biao, it was obviously just a transaction that you and I were willing to do, but it ended up with two oil bottles. In the future, who dares to guarantee that Nina's father and brother will not take advantage of Hu Biao's relationship to do some bad things?

Earlier, on the side of the concession, it was not that there were no rich local merchants who married White Russian women as concubines. But in the end, a lot of family wealth was taken away by the concubine. For many foreigners in the French Concession, there are times when they prefer to side with foreigners.

Even some foreigners who settled in the concession rarely dared to marry a woman of White Russian nationality. Because many people know that once you marry a White Russian woman, you often need to bear the responsibility of other White Russians who have a relationship with this White Russian woman.

More wealthy local businessmen are more willing to spend money on transactions than to marry. At the end of a transaction, you don't spend much money, and you can still enjoy the taste and fun. Most of the people who dared to marry White Russian women as concubines had little influence in the concession.

Only people with considerable power will not worry about being entangled or blackmailed by the White Russians. And now Hu Biao seems to have fallen into a trap, and Brooke, as a friend, naturally needs to be reminded.

Fortunately, looking at Hu Biao's expression, Brooke felt that Hu Biao's identity was very mysterious, and his power should not be underestimated. If this family really slaughters Hu Biao as a fat sheep, I believe there will be no good fruit to eat.

The previous robbery of Zhengjin Bank, although Brooke tried Hu Biao, did not get any useful information. But Brooke still thinks that this bank robbery that shocked Shanghai has a lot to do with Hu Biao.

After Brooke's contact, Nuvic, who had his leg broken, was finally admitted to the hospital in the concession. After the consultation of the hospital's experts, the hospital was sent to the hospital in a timely manner. As long as the surgery is successful, you should be able to recover after about half a year of recuperation.

Of course, the cost of surgery and rehabilitation is not low, and the three hundred oceans proposed by Nina are almost only enough for the cost of surgery and hospitalization. As for the cost of later rehabilitation, I am afraid that it will cost more money.

After listening to the words of the attending doctor, Ivan also looked a little bitter, and as for Nina's words, he looked at Hu Biao with expectation. Fortunately, Hu Biao said very directly: "Doctor, the cost is not a problem, I just hope that the operation will be successful!" ”

"Rest assured, as long as you can pay the corresponding expenses, we can guarantee that after half a year, he will be able to recover successfully!"

$500 out of his pocket to cover Nuvic's surgery and hospitalization expenses. Seeing that Hu Biao was indeed not bad for money, the doctor also showed a very satisfied expression. For these doctors, such a patient who is not bad for money, they are still happy to accept it.

After paying the corresponding surgery and hospitalization fees, Hu Biao looked at Nuvic lying on the hospital bed, and said directly: "You don't have to worry about the cost of surgery and hospitalization now." Take good care of your injuries and try to recover as soon as possible.

In order to give you peace of mind, I have asked a friend to buy a house near the hospital, and your father and Nina will live in it later. Including the living expenses of your family in the future, I will provide it together.

Just one sentence, I still want to tell you in advance that you don't have to bear the cost of buying a house. It's a gift from me to Nina, but the house is still in my name for the time being. The cost of treatment and rehabilitation is counted as I will lend you in advance.

When you recover from your injuries, I will offer you a job, and if you really want to support this family and restore your family to its former glory, I will also give you a chance. The premise is that you must prove to me that you have the ability! ”

Brooke, who was standing next to him, listened to Hu Biao's words, and suddenly felt that his eyes lit up. It seems that Hu Biao is not a fool, but helps Nina's family by borrowing money. Regarding Hu Biao's decision, Nina didn't feel anything wrong.

On the other hand, Nuvic also said directly: "Good! I swear by the honor of my family, I will definitely repay you this money as soon as possible! ”

The only one who feels a little full may be Ivan, who is his father. But in this case, Ivan also knew very well that if he could borrow this money, he would not buy Chinese medicine to treat his son.

In the final analysis, there are many people who fall into the well these years, but there are few people who really send charcoal in the snow!

Leaving Nuvic in the hospital, Hu Biao went to the villa introduced by the other party under the leadership of Brooke and a French Concession businessman. Seeing this small Russian-style western-style building, Hu Biao asked, "Nina, what do you think of this house?" ”

"It's already good! Actually, I don't need to buy this house, my father and I can rent a cheaper apartment. ”

"I'd love to buy you a house, but we haven't been together long enough and haven't gotten to know each other well enough. Since you are now my woman, then I don't want to be too wronged by you, I will buy this house for you to live in for free.

When your brother is discharged from the hospital after treatment, staying here will also help him recover. In fact, I also bought a villa in the Public Concession, and I will take you there later. Buying a house here is also convenient for me to come and live in the future. ”

"Alright! I respect your decision! ”

After last night's earlier contact, Nina already knew that Hu Biao made a decision, and she didn't have much choice and power to resist. Compared with renting a house, living in such a western-style building is undoubtedly more comfortable.

Even Ivan, who was standing next to him, didn't dare to say anything at the moment. The so-called aristocratic honor has become worthless before facing the cruel pressures of life. can enjoy a more comfortable life, what is Ivan not satisfied with?