In the morning, when the sound of firecrackers outside made Chen Wenqiang wake up, he opened his sleepy eyes in the face of the light, and after thinking for a while, he seemed to understand that today was Chinese New Year's Eve. Pen × fun × Pavilion www. ｂｉｑｕｇｅ。 infoThere are sporadic firecrackers outside, and the children who can't bear it must be playing and playing.

"Chinese big Chinese New Year's Eve, all the people in the family should have dinner together." Ah Lian paused, and a cannon sound seemed to interrupt her, but she then continued: "These few noises are nothing now, and when it comes to the real festival, it will sound like a war. Well, after the third day of the Lunar New Year, I will start visiting relatives and friends. Everyone has to wear new clothes, and relatives and friends have to give their children New Year's money, which is called auspicious wishes. ”

"New Year's money?" Emily repeated, asking with some confusion, "Is there an age limit for children?" How old is a child and how old is an adult? How much should you give? ”

Ah Lian blinked, thinking about how to answer this question, and Chen Wenqiang, who was walking downstairs, happened to relieve her.

"Sir." Ah Lian hurriedly bowed down, "Breakfast is ready, I was about to call you." ”

Chen Wenqiang glanced at Emily helplessly, nodded, said hello, and turned to Ah Lian and said, "Let's eat, I still have a lot of things to do today!" ”

"Busy with what?" Emily stretched out her hand and gestured around, "Sir, if there's anything you don't like, just say it." ”

"Good, you've done a good job. I'm not talking here, I'm talking outside. Chen Wenqiang waved his hand, anyway, there is no place to change, so let's just do it, "In the past, things were left to others, but this year I have time, and I want to do it myself." ”

"Then you're busy, prom, ah. I'll leave the meeting to me. Emily unceremoniously took a big package, which made Chen Wenqiang lose his temper at all.

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It's not that Chen Wenqiang is making excuses, there are indeed a lot of things to deal with and arrange, he has been away from Shanghai for a long time, and he may not be in Shanghai for a longer time in the future.

Xingyi Hall, Longxing Hall, Shanghai Chinese Association. This is the reason why Chen Wenqiang was able to call for wind and rain in Shanghai. Starting from the black X road, and also afraid of the black X road, Chen Wenqiang knows the unpredictability in it, so he doesn't dare to take it lightly.

Grace and power are his means. Don't look at him for his righteousness and squandering money, he spares money and support for his brothers, but that is only for the loyalist. For traitors, even if he has just revealed the clues, he is ruthless. With the help of his abilities. An atmosphere has been formed in the core level of the hall, and almost no one dares to deceive, and no one dares to have different intentions.

But it is still necessary to warn and remind from time to time, Li Yapu is getting older and older, and Chen Wenqiang is also looking for a capable and loyal successor. At the same time, this time he took over the Guangdong-Hanzhou Railway and set up a railway patrol police, and Chen Wenqiang was also ready to bring a few brothers, one is to carry them. The second is to use the means of rivers and lakes to deter those big rats and moths.

"Du Yuesheng once worked under Huang Jinrong. Later......"

Chen Wenqiang bowed slightly, because Huang Jinrong was killed by him before his power became large, Du Yuesheng, who was a small servant in the Huang Mansion, naturally had no chance to make a career. Speaking of which, Du Yuesheng was able to sneak into Xingyi Hall and gradually emerge, and was appreciated by the iron arm, he still had some ability.

"I took Du Yuesheng and them to Wuchang. Take a good look to see if it's a talent that can be made. Chen Wenqiang groaned and said: "You have to worry more about Shanghai on the beach and share the worries for Li Lao." Xingyitang was integrated into the business group and the Chinese Association in Shanghai, and became a formal society, which is the general trend. However, it is necessary to retain the core organization Longxingtang, less but fine. I already have a preliminary idea of the future destination, so let's realize it slowly! ”

"I'm not old." Li Yapu smiled, "Big brother is busy running around, I can help for a few more years." If you want money, you have money, you want people, Shanghai is still our world, please sit down and rest assured. ”

"Of course I'm relieved to have an escort in charge." Chen Wenqiang smiled faintly, his eyes swept over the faces of the brothers sitting there one by one, and said in a deep voice: "Brothers, our Xingyitang can firmly sit on the top of Shanghai Beach and overwhelm other gangs, relying on unity and strict gang rules. As long as you keep these two points in mind, this way out is worry-free. If you dare to have a different heart, don't blame me for turning my face and being ruthless, and punish me with the rules and regulations. ”

"Follow the big brother sitting in the hall, then naturally the more mixed up the brighter it becomes."

"Whoever dares to fight against the water, give him three knives and six holes."

"Now that he looks like a person, it's all the credit of the big brother who sits in the hall, if anyone dares to rebel, Lao Tzu will be the first to do him."

Chen Wenqiang pressed down on his hand, his voice softened, and he smiled: "Brothers can be trusted, then naturally there is nothing to say, when have I ever treated a good brother badly?" As he spoke, he took out two tickets and handed them to Li Yapu, "The 20,000 yuan will be distributed to the brothers according to their ranks." It's the New Year, and it's my New Year's gift to my brothers. ”

Li Yapu nodded and put it away, looked at everyone and scolded with a smile: "You eyeless rough blanks, don't thank you big brother." ”

In a chaotic burst of thanks, Chen Wenqiang showed a smile again, and his words became rude, laughing and scolding showed a different kind of closeness to the characters in the rivers and lakes.

"How long can you go on this road?"

"It may be forever, but it may not be a Jianghu person who walks the road of rivers and lakes."

"Can the brothers have a good death?"

"That's all there is to survive, at least I'll do my best to keep their wives and children from starvation."

"This money is a little too much today, what will I do in the future? That's the number every year? ”

"Money is not an issue, how much more can I be the boss for a few years? Gangs, outdated, will be eliminated sooner or later. ”

"With the change of dynasty, there is no place for the gang?"

"At least in my opinion, no government wants gangs to exist. What's more, the times are different, and it is no longer possible to have the simple change of dynasty as before. ”

Li Yapu was puzzled and confused, looked at Chen Wenqiang lazily half lying in the chair, shook his head slightly, and said, "You're talking about revolution, it's just another way of speaking." Of course, whatever it is, what kind of position will you end up in? Can you keep your brothers safe? ”

"Faithfully followed, I will do my best." Chen Wenqiang pondered for a moment and said: "As for the status, it may not be the highest, but no one can easily shake it. Fame, wealth. Talent...... I'll always have the means to protect myself. What's more, a new system and new laws are a safer guarantee. Only a fair and just society can make people live without worrying about unwarranted persecution and plunder, and can people live with peace of mind. ”

"Fair. Fair? Li Yapu smiled and said with a little teasing: "Is there such a society? ”

"Yes." Chen Wenqiang paused and said with a wry smile: "It may take a long time, but there is." Don't worry about your wealth being plundered for no reason, don't worry about being imprisoned without being guilty, don't worry about the wandering caused by war, don't worry about ...... Well, you can live comfortably in the villa and watch the sea. Watch the sunrise and sunset......"

Li Yapu looked at Chen Wenqiang thoughtfully, according to his imagination, Chen Wenqiang had almost reached these goals. If you really don't have to worry about anything, no one needs to be afraid, then except for the Emperor of the Ninth Five-Year Supreme - of course, he will not think of the war that will last for decades.

said it as if it was true, and almost believed it. Chen Wenqiang got up slowly, paced to the window, and gave Li Yapu a deep back by looking.

Worry about the country and the people. There must have been some emotions like that. But what is more, it should be instinct! When the changes in the body are inaudible. When that idea of self-redemption gradually fades, it is replaced by the itchy exertion of the traverser, the ambition to reach the pinnacle of life, and ......

"Ji Yunqing has returned to his hometown for the New Year." Li Yapu said faintly behind him: "This world is chaotic, bandits and thieves are afraid that they don't have long eyes, and they don't recognize him, the big brother of the Shanghai gang, right?" ”

Chen Wenqiang smiled. said: "Yes, you have to be a low-key person, I am afraid that he will be very noisy and pompous when he returns to his hometown for the New Year, and it is not surprising that it will cause people to be red." ”

"Xingyitang has to prepare to receive it again!" Li Yapu stood up and walked out slowly. When he arrived at the door, he turned around and said goodbye to Chen Wenqiang: "Big brother, my brother has said goodbye, I wish you a good New Year!" ”

"I wish you a happy Chinese New Year, too." Chen Wenqiang returned the salute with a smile, "Don't be too anxious about what you receive, let outsiders look at it, as if we were ready." ”

"Understood, big brother rest assured." Li Yapu smiled slyly, like an old fox.

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The core layer of Xingyi Hall, Longxingtang, got 20,000 yuan, and Chen Wenqiang sent another 20,000 yuan to the Shanghai Chinese Association, and talked freely with the management personnel, and did not return home until nearly dusk.

When he stepped on the steps and pushed open the door, he was mentally prepared, and his performance was no longer new and surprising.

Sure enough, the atmosphere in the house was very warm, and he rushed to this point, because without him as the owner, Chen Wenqiang really wanted to thank Emily for her enthusiasm and unrestrainedness. It seems that she has entertained these people well, and she is also a self-acquaintance, and she is talking and laughing among the crowd.

"Sir is back." Ah Lian reminded the people who were eating, drinking, or chatting.

"Hello sir." The crowd rose one after another, shouting in unison.

"Okay, okay." Chen Wenqiang greeted with a smile, "I'll go upstairs to change my clothes and come down immediately!" Go on, and don't be restrained. ”

"Sir, don't forget to wrap a red envelope." Some people laughed and teased.

"I can't forget it." Chen Wenqiang laughed, paused slightly on the stairs, and waved his hand vigorously.

The envelope must be red and the money inside must be new. Chen Wenqiang took off his coat, took out the brand-new banknotes and a pile of red paper, hurriedly sealed twenty red envelopes, put them in his trouser pocket, and went to wash up again before walking downstairs.

With soft music playing on the gramophone, drinks, food, chatting, and laughing, Chen Wenqiang quickly blended into the relaxed and joyful atmosphere. At this time, he was more frank and casual than usual, and people talked more freely than usual under the influence of alcohol.

"Play cards, play cards." Jin Wanzhen pulled Wang Zhuoran to Chen Wenqiang, holding a deck of playing cards in her hand.

"What are you doing?" Chen Wenqiang shook his head with a smile, "It's boring." ”

"Gambling money, small betting." Jin Wanzhen smiled slyly, "But sir, we are all poor, did you put the red envelope first, ah!" ”

"Just know how careful you are." Chen Wenqiang smiled, snapped, hit Jin Wanzhen's outstretched palm, stood up and greeted: "Hurry up early, don't rush late, give red envelopes, let everyone be happier." ”

Everyone came over with laughter, took the red envelopes from Chen Wenqiang's hands one by one, and did not forget to bow and thank them, saying something such as "Thank you, sir, I wish you a happy Spring Festival and good health." Something like that.

One hundred yuan is a lot of income for these young people. Everyone smiled, and their laughter increased a few degrees.

"Ahh

"Thank you, Mr. Chen." Emily smiled happily and walked away lightly.

"Huh?" Chen Wenqiang rolled his eyes angrily and funny, and withdrew his half-stretched hand again, "Go, I've given it to you, and I'm still thinking about taking advantage of loopholes." ”

Jin Wanzhen stuck out her tongue and came to pull Chen Wenqiang to play cards again. In order to make fun, Chen Wenqiang proposed to play blackjack, so that more people could participate.

When it comes to gambling, Chen Wenqiang doesn't need any advanced skills at all, as long as he explores a little, he can know what the opponent's cards are about. It's just that on such an occasion, such a small bet, he really doesn't have to take it too seriously, just like playing.

The two tables were put together, Chen Wenqiang was the banker, and another deck of poker was used as chips, and the game began after a brief introduction to the rules. Undoubtedly, not everyone likes this kind of game, but the appearance of this small gambling booth has indeed made the atmosphere much warmer. After playing with everyone for a while, Chen Wenqiang found a replacement, scattered the winning chips, and he retreated.

The sound of firecrackers outside made Chen Wenqiang purse the corners of his mouth, and he could imagine those mischievous children carrying small lanterns, throwing firecrackers from time to time, accompanied by fireworks, it was a burst of cheerful laughter. In Qiongzhou, Caifeng, Xiaoxi, and Lili ...... It must have been frolicking happily, but Caifeng must be thinking about herself.

"Mr. Chen, let's dance!" Emily floated over, expectantly extending the invitation, her face flushed from the effects of the alcohol.

"Dancing?"

"Yes. What's all the fuss about this? They all said no, but I think you will. ”

"Dancing is perfect for people under the age of 40. It's just that I prefer to watch other people jump. And, it's been so long that I've almost forgotten how to jump. Chen Wenqiang politely refused.

"Then let me help you remember again!" Emily put the wine glass aside, stretched out her hand to Chen Wenqiang, and said sincerely: "If you don't want to, then I'm so embarrassed." ”

Chen Wenqiang hesitated, stood up helplessly, and handed his arm over. Emily smiled heartily, took Chen Wenqiang's arm, or rather, gently touched it with her slender little hand, and walked together to the empty space in the middle of the living room.

………… (To be continued.) )