allendalepharm Chapter 55: Inspector Shen teaches you how to earn money while standing up.
Chapter 55: Inspector Shen teaches you how to earn money while standing up.
The meeting room fell silent instantly.
Bai Shanhua covered his face, staring in astonishment at Shen Shaofeng who had just entered, not daring to utter a sound.
The members of the Tsim Sha Tsui triads present, including Prince and Axe Jun, the two most powerful, all became serious.
A person's name is like a tree's shadow. This young officer in front of us, in just one month since taking office at the Organized Crime and Triad Bureau, has uprooted the Ni family, who have been entrenched in Tsim Sha Tsui for many years.
In the underworld, the law of the jungle prevails: whoever is stronger and more ruthless naturally has more say and is more respected.
Li Xian pointed to the empty seat to his right: "Shaofeng, sit down, we're waiting for you to take your place."
The head of the West Kowloon Anti-Triad Unit had a good impression of Shen Shaofeng, after all, the Organized Crime and Triad Bureau's operation in Tsim Sha Tsui had earned them a lot of credit.
Shen Shaofeng nodded to Li Xian and sat down calmly.
"Everyone, everyone's here, let's get down to business." Li Xian tapped the table.
"I've gathered everyone here today to discuss the future of the Ni family, now that they've fallen from grace and what will become of this area in Tsim Sha Tsui?"
His gaze focused on Axe-Head Jun and the Crown Prince's faces: "However, let's get this straight."
"Tsim Sha Tsui has been chaotic enough lately, and the public doesn't want to see you cause any more trouble. Anyone who stirs up trouble again and incites public outrage will be dealt with decisively by our anti-triad team in West Kowloon, without any mercy!"
Axe-Head Jun immediately patted his chest and declared, "Don't worry, Inspector Li, we're all just after money. Fighting and killing won't benefit anyone. From now on, Old Jian, I will definitely cooperate with Inspector Li's arrangements."
Shen Shaofeng observed silently without saying a word.
The fact that this player, who suddenly transferred to SingJ.com with a large group of people for an exorbitant "transfer fee" was a major event that attracted widespread attention in the industry.
Anyone who has risen to this level is definitely not a pushover, nor would they seem as easy to talk to as they do now.
Prince snorted, crossed his arms, and leaned back in his chair: "Inspector Lee, I have no objection to everyone making money together. But if some scoundrels try to take it all for themselves or cross the line, our Hung Hing thugs are very hot-tempered, and I may not be able to control them."
Li Xian had anticipated the irreconcilable differences between the two families, but he didn't point it out.
He turned to the others and said, "You're all the same. If you just stay out of trouble and run nightclubs, saunas, bars, or mahjong parlors, you'll all be fine."
"However, if someone tries to cause trouble and engage in shady business that our police absolutely cannot tolerate, hmph."
"The Ni family is a cautionary tale; I don't need to elaborate, do I?"
The gang leaders exchanged glances, all of them sensing the resentment in each other's hearts.
Everyone knows that with the Ni family gone, there's a huge gap in the noodle market in Tsim Sha Tsui, and everyone wants a piece of it. But now the police are saying no.
At this moment, Shen Shaofeng coughed twice to clear his throat.
Li Xian understood: "Shaofeng, on behalf of the Organized Crime and Triad Bureau, you should give a frank talk to these bigwigs here."
The reason for inviting Shen Shaofeng here was, frankly, to leverage the power of the Organized Crime and Triad Bureau (OCTB) to subdue the various factions within its jurisdiction.
After all, according to the division of labor within the police force, the anti-triad units under the five continental headquarters are usually only responsible for creating files for triad organizations, monitoring the leaders and core members such as the "red sticks" and "white paper fans," raiding gambling dens, managing entertainment venues, and cooperating with the Organized Crime and Triad Bureau (OCTB) to carry out major cases and make arrests.
Large, cross-regional triads like Hung Hing, Sun Kee, and Lao Wan might not actually be afraid of a mere West Kowloon Anti-Triad Unit supervisor like him.
But the current Organized Crime and Triad Bureau (OCTB), especially Inspector Shen Shaofeng, is different.
All eyes in the room once again focused on Shen Shaofeng.
Shen Shaofeng stood up from the wooden chair, took out a cigarette case, and slowly walked around the room, offering cigarettes to the gang leaders present.
"Mr. Li, you're too kind. I'm here today mainly to say hello and get to know everyone. Since the Organized Crime and Triad Bureau (OCTB) is operating in Tsim Sha Tsui, we'll inevitably have to deal with you all."
The gang leaders, especially Lao Guihuang, who had been in contact with Shen Shaofeng and whose secrets were being used against him, all accepted the cigarettes with both hands and nodded their thanks.
After finishing his cigarette, Shen Shaofeng returned to Li Xian's side, lit one himself with a "clang," and said in a deep voice:
"I believe you bigwigs know better than I why the Ni family fell from grace. Some businesses bring in money quickly, but they shorten one's lifespan and bring misfortune, and they will also implicate one's family and brothers."
"How powerful was Ni Kun back then? Ni Yongxiao even made a name for himself in legitimate businesses, and what happened to him?"
Shen Shaofeng slowly exhaled a puff of smoke, his gaze sweeping over the various gang leaders present, each with a different expression, and continued:
"Our duty as the Organized Crime and Triad Bureau (OCTB) is to combat organized and serious crimes. The line that the Ni family got involved in seriously endangered social order, especially harming the next generation. Therefore, it will inevitably be the OCTB's top priority in future crackdowns, with no room for leniency and no room for mercy."
He completely ignored the NB and consolidated the "business" of combating drugs under the O-Division.
Axe-Head Jun hesitated for a moment, then raised his hand and said, "Sir Shen, I understand what you mean. But you also know the situation in Tsim Sha Tsui..."
Shen Shaofeng nodded: "I know, everyone here has their own territory and a bunch of brothers who need to eat."
"But Tsim Sha Tsui is so vibrant, there are plenty of opportunities, why insist on taking that dead-end path?"
"Times have changed. In the past, it was all about fighting and killing. Now, it's about who keeps up with the trends and who knows how to do business."
Upon hearing this, Axe-Head Jun couldn't help but glance at the Crown Prince, a smirk playing on his lips, as if he had said nothing, yet said everything.
Just as the Crown Prince was about to erupt in anger, Shen Shaofeng walked up to him and patted his broad shoulder:
"Your Highness, let's talk about nightclubs and bars. Just from drinking beer, playing rock-paper-scissors, and dice games, how much can they earn?"
"Could you try creating some unique themes, hiring DJs who can create a great atmosphere and a strong band, and making the environment more comfortable and upscale?"
"This gives white-collar workers another option besides Lan Kwai Fong. The profit margin on drinks is already high, and in upscale venues, customers are more willing to spend money—isn't that safer than selling noodles?"
As the prince listened, he began to think there was some truth to it, but he immediately realized, "Sir Shen, I'm a law-abiding citizen and I never get involved in those kinds of things."
"I know, it's just an example, don't be nervous."
Shen Shaofeng casually replied, then looked at Axe Jun sitting across the long table: "Axe Jun, I heard your saunas and Finnish baths are pretty good..."
Axe-Head Jun immediately suppressed his smile: "Inspector Shen, I'm a law-abiding citizen. Those places are all legitimate and absolutely do not involve any special services!"
Upon hearing this, the other gang leaders couldn't help but burst into laughter, secretly cursing Axe Jun for being shameless. The meeting room was filled with a joyful atmosphere.
"Of course I understand, but have you considered that the competition in this industry is getting fiercer and fiercer?"
"If we could really hire some skilled master masseuses, provide better support, offer more professional service, build a reputation, and establish a brand, we could even create a high-end, highly private membership program specifically for wealthy and discerning clients..."
Shen Shaofeng's words made Axe Jun's eyes light up!