Hong Kong variety show: I Am a Tycoon

Chapter 82 Land Purchase in Tuen Mun
Chen Jiajun nodded, pretending to consider the matter carefully, and said, "Mr. Jiang, I need to plan this carefully."

"No rush, go over there once you're ready. Ah Yao will tell you the details later." Jiang Tiansheng took a puff of his cigar and patted Chen Jiajun on the shoulder.

Since Chan Ho-nam and his gang's misdeeds, Fat Dog's group has been bringing a large group of people to Hung Hing's casino in Haojiang every day for tea. Each person has a gambling table, but they don't gamble. Their demeanor makes ordinary gamblers afraid to approach.

Even if there are gamblers brought by Hung Hing, these people will use intimidation, extortion and other means to drive them away.

Macau is not Hong Kong. Hung Hing doesn't have many people there, so the casino is basically closed now. Every day of closure means losing millions in profits.

Chen Jiajun knew all too well that his trip to Macau was a dangerous and perilous undertaking.

Externally, there are the Number Gang and the Ma Jiezi eyeing them covetously; internally, they also have to guard against Chiang Tin-sang, who might stab them in the back.

But he had no choice but to go. If he could resolve the issue of the Hung Hing casino, Chiang Tin-sang's prestige within Hung Hing would decline even further.

After chatting with Chen Yao, the White Paper Fan, about the situation in Macau, Chen Jiajun took his leave and went to Tuen Mun.

The research institute he wants to open is most suitable to be located in Tuen Mun, New Territories, where land is cheap and its value will appreciate in the future, killing two birds with one stone.

Hung Hing's leader, FIT, nicknamed "Dinosaur," brought many Hung Hing members from various branches to greet him: "Welcome, Brother Chun, to Tuen Mun to guide our work!"

"Brother Long, if you say that again, I'm turning around and leaving, hahaha."

"Haha, just kidding, we're all on the same side."

After getting out of the car, Chen Jiajun led Doom, Old Evil, Orn, and Archie forward, while twenty Hell Knights, each with a pistol in their pocket, cautiously looked around.

"This is the infamous Wan Chai underground emperor—Brother Jun. Aren't you going to say hello?" After shaking hands with Chen Jiajun, Dinosaur introduced him to his underlings.

"Brother Jun!"

Dozens of Tuen Mun indigenous people, Hung Hing Tsai, greeted each other in unison.

Dinosaur then introduced his lead horse: "This is a local bastard, who grew up in Tuen Mun and knows this place like the back of his hand."

"Savage!"

"Brother Jun, hello, hello!" Sheng Fan wiped his hands repeatedly and nervously grasped Chen Jiajun's hand.

He might be a carefree person, but he's definitely not as cowardly as he's portrayed in the movies, even though he's surrounded by dinosaurs in Tuen Mun.

Back then, there were many formidable figures vying for this territory in Tuen Mun, such as Axe Jun, one of the Five Tigers of Sun Kee, and the Wo Luen Shing gang.

Wo Luen Shing is no pushover either, owning considerable territory in Yuen Long, New Territories.

The fact that dinosaurs were able to drive both of these groups out of Tuen Mun is definitely something to be proud of.

As they walked, they chatted casually. Along the way, Dinosaur greeted many locals in Tuen Mun. When they arrived at Tuo Tei, Dinosaur asked, "Ah Jun, why are you suddenly interested in Tuen Mun, this rural place?"

"I want to acquire a piece of land to convert into a factory," Chen Jiajun said, stretching as he revealed his purpose.

Dinosaur asked in surprise, "No way, Wanchai is already lucrative enough, you're making a fortune, why would you open a factory in Tuen Mun?"

"With so many underlings, we can't just sit around and do nothing. The anti-triad cops are coming to my place every few days. If we don't think of something, my brothers will starve."

Chen Jiajun chuckled and rubbed his neck.

Dinosaur nodded, took out a pack of cigarettes and handed one to Chen Jiajun. He had also heard about the matter. "You've been so outrageous lately, who else would they investigate if not you? When I first started my business in Tuen Mun, it was the same thing, and it all calmed down after a while."

It wasn't actually because Chen Jiajun had stood out; the real issue lay with the Carnegie Group, a fact Chen Jiajun was well aware of. Lighting a cigarette, Dinosaur continued, "Tuen Mun is so far from Wan Chai. I think you'd be better off staying in Wan Chai. Speaking of which, we Tuen Mun kids are incredibly envious of your territory! Wan Chai, what a glamorous world!"

"I even envy you for having so little to do in Tuen Mun," Chan Ka-Chun laughed heartily, taking a drag on his cigarette.

In fact, Chen Jiajun believes that the profits in Tuen Mun are even greater than in Wan Chai!

why!
Because of real estate! Property rights! Land!
As the saying goes, "Soil can produce white jade, and land can yield gold."

Moreover, he also has the support of the Tai Kung of the New Territories, giving him a natural advantage over others.

Of course, as a gangster, he wouldn't understand this.

After everyone had chatted for a while, Chen Jiajun brought the topic back on track: "By the way, Ah Long, do you think there's a piece of land in Tuen Mun that's suitable for me? I don't have high requirements. The land should be quiet. I want to build the factory right away."

Also, please give a good word to the elders in the New Territories for me. The salary doesn't matter; if there are any job openings in the future, I will definitely give priority to those from Tuen Mun.

“Since you’ve made up your mind, I’ll definitely help you. I’ll go and talk to Uncle Fa and Uncle Tao. As for the money, you need to prepare two million. As long as they both agree, you can make ice in the New Territories and no one will bother you!” Dinosaur replied.

Who are Uncle Fa and Uncle Tao?
In 1972, the Hong Kong British government launched a rural development plan. In order to appease the indigenous residents of the New Territories, the government granted male residents of the New Territories special privileges, known as the "Ding Quan" (male rights).

From then on, each male in the New Territories could build one three-story house in his lifetime, with each floor not exceeding 700 square feet, and the land price would be waived.

Two people must be mentioned to explain why the Dingquan Ordinance was passed.

One is Luk Wong-fat, known as "Brother Fat" or "Uncle Fat," the current chairman of the New Territories Rural Committee and a Justice of the Peace.

Another person is named Lu Hantao, known as "Uncle Tao" or "Grandpa Lu," the chairman of Lu Guo Group and the patriarch of the Lu family.

The Hung Hing triad's ability to control Tuen Mun was inseparable from the support of these two men.

Chen Jiajun nodded and said, "Money is not a problem. I brought it. Once this is settled, you'll get your share of the benefits."

I've recently been dealing in counterfeit goods with Ah Bin, Thirteen Sister, and Ah Kun, and business is booming. If you're interested, you can get involved too; you'll easily make a million or two a month."

Doom and Old Evil brought up two leather suitcases, which were full of Hong Kong dollars when they were opened.

Dinosaur glanced at it and nodded: "Don't worry, I'll get it sorted out for you soon. I'll also go to Tung Choi Street in a couple of days. I heard from Brother Bin that it's really developing well there."

The dinosaur was very efficient; two days later...

In Butterfly Bay, Tuen Mun, Chan Ka-Chun met Luk Tai-Kung of the New Territories—Luk Hon-Tao, one of the most powerful people in the entire New Territories.

Compared to Lu Huangfa, Lu Hantao held a higher position in the hearts of the indigenous people. One held political power, while the other held clan power. Lu Taigong was the clan head of the Lu family.

Beside Grandpa Lu stood a woman in a suit, poised and elegant, with exquisite makeup and slightly wavy long hair. This woman was Grandpa Lu's only daughter, Lu Yongyu.

"Grandpa, he is Jun, the most outstanding and handsome guy in our Hung Hing right now."

The dinosaur introduced Chen Jiajun to Lu Hantao, a man of imposing presence with silver hair and a ruddy complexion. Lu Hantao's demeanor and temperament were as refined as ever.

The New Territories means a new concession, which the British forcibly seized while the Qing government was beset by internal and external troubles.

The New Territories include areas such as Sai Kung, Tai Po, Tsuen Wan, Tuen Mun, Yuen Long, and Sha Tin.

The Luk family is the most common surname in the New Territories, and the chairman of the New Territories Rural Committee is Luk Wong-fat, a member of the Luk family. Therefore, the Luk family is the most powerful family in the entire New Territories.

(End of this chapter)