allendalepharm Chapter 179 Town 3rd Ring Road Visit
Chapter 179 Town 3rd Ring Road Visit
Chapter 179 Zhen Sanhuan Visits
The car drove up the winding mountain road and finally stopped in front of a secluded villa with a great view.
"We've arrived, Your Excellency," Ma Rulong said, turning around after parking the car.
Everyone got out of the car. Liang Kuan and two other men dressed as attendants, Xue Qi, looked at the magnificent white Western-style building, the meticulously manicured lawn, and the distant sea view.
I couldn't help but marvel.
"This place—this view!" Liang Kuan's eyes lit up. "It's halfway up the mountain! I heard this area is inhabited by the wealthiest and most powerful foreign tycoons!"
"This house, this garden, is far more impressive than the mansions of the wealthy families we saw in Guangcheng!"
One of the Blood Flag Army soldiers murmured in admiration, "Indeed, standing here and looking down over the entire harbor, it really feels like being on top of the world. This grandeur, even the emperor's palace couldn't be more impressive!"
After locking his car, Ma Rulong pursed his lips upon hearing this, with a hint of self-deprecation and dissatisfaction: "In the past, we Chinese couldn't even stay on Victoria Peak. We had to put up a lot of pressure on those red-haired police officers just to get up there."
"I was able to drive into this area for the first time thanks to Sir Chen."
"The Hong Kong government has really gone all out this time, even arranging this Pennington Villa. It seems they truly consider you a VIP among VIPs."
Chen Wen merely glanced at the colonial-style building, his face showing no particular expression.
It was as if I had just seen an ordinary place to stay.
"Go inside and tidy up."
The group had just put down their luggage and hadn't even had a chance to rest.
Then a foreign policeman in a smart uniform ran over quickly and respectfully saluted Chen Wen.
"Sir, a visitor has arrived, claiming to be the town's chief superintendent of the police force. He has been waiting outside for a moment and requests an audience. What do you think—?"
"Zhen Sanhuan?" Ma Rulong frowned and whispered to Chen Wen, "This guy's got good connections. We just arrived and he's already here."
Chen Wen's eyes flickered slightly, and a figure flashed through his mind.
Nicknamed "Town of the Three Rings," he earned this title because he held sole command of police affairs in the three core areas of Hong Kong Island: Wan, Central, and Sai Wan.
He was the most powerful and influential Chinese police officer in Hong Kong, without exception.
Ordinary Chinese police officers can only patrol in green uniforms and are not authorized to carry firearms, which is why there are nursery rhymes that mock them.
ABCD Big Head Green Clothes, Can't Catch People, Blows a BB.
He was entitled to carry a gun, which shows how high his status was!
Moreover, this guy has a large number of henchmen and connections in both the legitimate and underworld circles, making him a veritable local tyrant in the western district of Hong Kong Island.
He was ruthless and cruel; if it weren't for the fact that he fell into Ma Rulong's hands in the original movie plot...
His achievements probably surpass even those of Lei Luo later on.
This person actually came to me?
Chen Wen smiled slightly.
"You acted quickly. Please ask him to wait in the living room."
"Yes, sir." The patrolman acknowledged the order and left.
Ma Rulong was somewhat surprised: "Sir Chen, you're going to see him right now? Shouldn't you rest first?"
Chen Wen shook his head: "They brought gifts, so we should at least meet them."
"Besides, I've been wanting to meet this 'Third Ring Road Protector' myself."
Outside the villa gate, on the path leading to the main building.
Zhen Sanhuan was wearing a uniform, with two subordinates behind him each carrying a heavy box.
This guy is the one who usually has the final say and is a big shot in the streets and alleys.
But at this moment, there was not a trace of arrogance on his face. Instead, he was bowing and scraping, forcing a smile.
They followed obediently behind the foreign police officers.
Stepping into the courtyard, one sees a neatly trimmed lawn and an impressive villa.
Zhen Sanhuan couldn't help but swallow hard, utterly shocked.
Now that's what you call the real pomp and circumstance of a big shot! A villa halfway up Victoria Peak, guarded by foreign police officers.
He subconsciously slowed his pace and even held his breath.
Two henchmen followed behind, whispering among themselves when the patrol officers weren't looking: "Boss, is this really necessary? You're not even this polite to the Governor of Hong Kong—"
"Yeah, boss, we're at least—"
"Shut up!" Zhen Sanhuan snapped without turning around, "What do you two know about iron?! The Governor of Hong Kong is a foreigner. No matter how much you fawn over him, he'll still look down on you deep down!"
"But this Sir Chan is different! He's a true-blue Chinese! A knight! I heard even the Queen wants to see him!"
"He's also building a pharmaceutical factory, and he has formulas for miraculous drugs that even foreigners would kneel before! He's rich, influential, powerful, and on our side!"
A glint of light flashed in his eyes, and his voice, though lower, was filled with fervor: "As long as I curry favor with him, and leverage his knighthood and influence, I won't have to put up with those damned bosses anymore! Then, who will be in charge of the Chinese police in Hong Kong? Humph!"
This was the core reason why he was so eager to visit, even lowering himself to prepare lavish gifts.
He climbed the social ladder, broke free from foreign oppression, and truly took the top spot in the Chinese police force.
Zhen Sanhuan quickly suppressed his excitement, walked through the courtyard, and entered the main building.
He thought it would be good enough to meet him in a side hall or a small reception room, but to his surprise, the foreigner led him directly to the main hall, where Chen Wen had changed into a comfortable set of casual clothes.
He was sitting at the head of a large mahogany tea table, slowly sipping a cup of tea.
Liang Kuan and Ma Rulong stood solemnly on either side of him.
His gaze was fixed on the town's third ring road as it entered.
Is this the legendary knight?
They are indeed very young!
Zhen Sanhuan's heart skipped a beat. He quickly and carefully placed the gift box in his hand on the carpet beside him, took a few steps forward, and bowed deeply to Chen Wen.
With an enthusiastic smile plastered on his face, his voice booming yet utterly respectful: "This humble officer, Zhen Sanhuan, greets Sir Chen!"
"Upon hearing of Your Excellency's arrival in Hong Kong, I was extremely excited. I hastily prepared a small gift, which is truly unworthy of my respect. I hope Your Excellency will accept it with pleasure!"
After speaking, he remained bowing, not daring to straighten up immediately.
Chen Wen glanced at him and casually waved his hand: "Township Assistant, you're too kind. Please have a seat."
"Thank you, Sir!" Zhen Sanhuan straightened up, but dared not relax, and carefully sat down on half of the chair.
His hands were neatly placed on his knees, his back was straight, and he looked respectful as if he were listening to instructions.
As soon as I sat down.
His face immediately broke into an incredibly enthusiastic smile: "Sir Chen, you don't know how eagerly my fellow countrymen and colleagues from Hong Kong have been waiting for your arrival!"
"You are a truly outstanding figure among us Chinese!"
"His medical skills are unparalleled in the world, saving countless lives. Even Western queens treat him with utmost respect. This truly brings honor and pride to all Chinese people!"
As he spoke, he winked at the two men behind him who were carrying boxes.
The two quickly stepped forward, placed the box on the carpet next to the tea table, and then stepped back.
Zhen Sanhuan personally bent down and opened the box.
Inside the box, neatly arranged were high-quality wild ginseng from Changbai Mountain and century-old tangerine peel with a dark and mellow color.
Along with several other valuable medicinal herbs, their aroma was faintly discernible.
The other box was gleaming gold.
Several exquisitely crafted Western gilded pocket watches, a small gilded self-ringing clock, and neatly stacked gold bars—even though Leung Foon had seen Cheung Po Tsai's pirate king's treasure with Chan Man.
At that moment, my eyelids twitched involuntarily.
Cheung Po Tsai was a notorious outlaw who had amassed a fortune through years of banditry.
This guy in front of me is just a Chinese assistant manager, yet he's already making such a move?
So how much does this guy usually rake in?
Ma Rulong was shocked, and his gaze toward Zhen Sanhuan instantly turned angry.
This guy is definitely not clean!
This meager gift is probably just a drop in the ocean.
Chen Wen's gaze lingered briefly on the two boxes, a meaningful smile appearing on his face.
One box contains items to suit his tastes, showing thoughtfulness; another box contains real gold and silver, expressing his intentions directly.
This Zhen Sanhuan is truly a remarkable person.
"Township Inspector," Chen Wen said slowly, "your gift—is quite unique. Thank you for your thoughtfulness."