The Red Era: Living in Seclusion in a Siheyuan as a Boss

Chapter 693 Avalon Mountain Village!!!
"Brothers, you may not know this, but that 'thing' is top secret. If I were to reveal it, my life would be in danger," Bale said with a look of terror.

"Damn it, if you don't talk, your life is in danger now, you believe me or not?" Zhuang Yan kicked him, pretending to be fierce.

"I believe it, I believe it..."

"Say it!"

"Alright, I'll confess that six months ago, in order to threaten 'over there,' our leader bought two sets..."

I've seen them a few times with the leader; these two weapon sets are the kind mounted on wheels, so they can be moved at any time.

"Where is this weapon currently hidden?" Zhang Jin asked again.

“In a deep forest in the southeast of the old town, there is a natural cave that, with a little preparation, can become a secret base.”

Zhang Jincheng gestured to Zhuang Yan: "Let him go!"

Then he pushed open the map and said to Bale, "Point out the exact location of this cave on the map."

Bale searched the map for a while, then pointed to a place and said, "It's probably here, but I can't say for sure what the specifics are."

Zhang Jin put away the map and said to Bale, "One last question for you: where does Lang San usually hang out?"

"Third Brother is usually very arrogant. He's either playing around with women or gambling in casinos. He's either in the old city or Mandalay."

Anyway, he has more money than he can spend, and he supports five or six women. Sooner or later he'll be ruined by women..." Balai looked disdainful, it seemed he also disapproved of Lang San's usual arrogance.

Suddenly, an idea popped into Zhang Jincheng's mind. He quickly considered it for a moment, then said to Zhuang Yan, "Take him into the woods."

Bale thought he was about to be killed, and in fear he screamed and begged for mercy.

Zhuang Yan ignored him and walked into the woods as if he were dragging a chick.

The others watched in horror as Bale was dragged into the woods, fearing that their turn would follow.

In a place like this, killing a person is as easy as crushing an ant.

Zhang Jin followed closely behind and entered the woods. The dense foliage obscured the view outside.

"Let him go!" Zhang Jincheng ordered Zhuang Yan.

"I've told you everything, why do you still want to kill me?"
"Brother, please, I have an elderly mother to support and a baby crying for milk..." Balai thought they were going to kill him and begged desperately.

"Shut up! How did you know we were going to kill you?" Zhuang Yan couldn't help but scold him.

Zhang Jin said to Bale, "How about this, if you just promise us one thing, we'll let you leave?"

"No problem, brother, just give the order. As long as it's within my power, I'll do it." Bale replied hastily, as if grasping at a straw.

"After you go back, keep a close eye on Lang San's whereabouts and record all his information. We will come to find you after a while."

After thinking for a moment, Bale finally agreed, "No problem, I can agree, but what about my brothers?"

“I’m taking those people with me. If you dare to misbehave, I’ll let them go back.”

"I think you know what the consequences will be," Zhang Jin said in a threatening tone.

"How am I supposed to explain this to Boss Lang when I get back?" Balai asked, troubled.

"How you say it is none of your business. If you handle this matter well, I will give you a large sum of money afterward, and you can take your family and run away from this wretched place."

If you don't behave, we might take your life at any time.

I'm sure you know how capable we are.

"Okay, but I still don't know who you are... Could you tell me..."

"You'll find out later. You can go now." Zhang Jin patted him on the shoulder, as if to give him some confidence.

Upon hearing this, Bale felt as if he had been granted a pardon and turned to run down the mountain in a panic.

Seeing that Balai had vanished without a trace, Zhang Jin drove two cars deeper into the woods, and then walked out of the woods with Zhuang Yan.

Back on the mountaintop, Zhang Jin said to Lei Jun, who was guarding the prisoners, "We've dealt with the leaders; take the rest with us!"

Zhuang Yan and Lei Jun hung the captured weapons around the necks of the prisoners, one leading the way and the other bringing up the rear, as they escorted the prisoners down the mountain.

They met up with Michael halfway there.

Michael looked at the prisoners in surprise and said to Zhang Jin, "Boss Zhang, you guys are amazing! You actually captured so many people. Were they sent by Lang San?"

"That's right, they were all guards under Boss Lang. The leader tried to escape, but I executed him."

I interrogated that guy, and he admitted he came to intercept and kill you.

"That son of a bitch Lang San, I'll get my revenge sooner or later."

"Boss Zhang, what are your plans for dealing with these people?"

“Take them back to your stronghold first. I will need these people in the future. What do you think?” Zhang Jin said in a consultative tone.

Michael said nonchalantly, "No problem, I'll follow Boss Zhang's arrangements."

……

In the evening, Zhang Jincheng and his group finally arrived at Migo's stronghold—Avalon Mountain Village.

Avalon village is nestled against a mountain, with the Savon River, a tributary of the Savon River, flowing past one side of the village. Only a rugged mountain path leads to the outside world.

The path winds through the mountains, with towering mountains on one side and sheer cliffs on the other, below which flows the turbulent Savon River.

Only horse caravans and pedestrians can pass through this narrow road; larger off-road vehicles cannot pass.

It can be said that the entire mountain stronghold is easy to defend and difficult to attack, with a very treacherous terrain.

After Michael occupied this prime piece of land, he carried out large-scale renovations on it.

A gate tower was built at the entrance of the mountain village, and guard towers were built around the village.

Light and heavy machinery were set up on the village gate tower and the surrounding guard towers, and people were on guard 24 hours a day.

When Zhang Jincheng and his group arrived at the entrance of the village, although it was not completely dark yet, the gate was already closed.

Living in such an environment, no one dares to walk alone at night.

Merchants passing through would often stay overnight in the village early on, so the gates were closed very early.

At this time, two guards had already spotted Zhang Jincheng and his party.

Although the prisoners had weapons hanging on their desks, they did not attract the prisoners' attention.

Because there are no men in this place who don't carry weapons; in their eyes, weapons are just like a farmer's hoe.

Men who don't carry weapons when they go out are the ones who attract attention.

As they approached their doorstep, Michael excitedly walked ahead.

When they reached the gate of the village, the guards on the gate tower lazily asked, "Halt. What are you doing here?"

Hearing his subordinate's question, Michael flew into a rage and shouted, "You son of a bitch, you don't even recognize me anymore..."

Zhang Jincheng chuckled to himself, thinking that this tall guy looked just like a beggar.

They had been fleeing through the mountains for more than ten days. Their clothes were torn to shreds by tree branches, and their hair and beards were matted together. It would be strange if they were not recognized.

Michael stomped his feet in anger, ripped off the tattered cloth wrapped around his head, revealing his dark face: "Open your dog eyes and look! I am Michael!"

The guard on the gatehouse squinted and looked closely. Suddenly, he was startled and scrambled down to open the gate.

The gate creaked open, and several guards knelt on the ground, kowtowing repeatedly: "Boss, spare our lives! It's really your attire that's the problem!"

Zhang Jincheng suppressed a laugh as he watched Mi Gao angrily kick the guard: "Hurry up and tell the ladies that I'm back, and prepare hot water and clean clothes!" He then turned to Zhang Jincheng and said, "Brother, don't laugh at me, these bastards just need to be taught a lesson."

The guard turned and ran back into the village, shouting as he ran, "The chief is back! The chief is back!"

The village suddenly became lively, with women busy boiling water and cooking, and children hiding in the corners of the walls, peering out curiously.

As Michael walked, he shouted at the top of his lungs, "Listen up, everyone! This Brother Zhang is my savior, and from now on he'll be the second-in-command of our village!"

Zhang Jincheng secretly observed the village built against the mountain. The wooden houses were arranged in a staggered pattern, and the animal hides drying in the sun glistened with oil.

Several strong men were training in the open space. When they saw them coming, they stopped and bowed.

Michael pulled Zhang Jincheng toward the largest wooden cabin: "Brothers, take a hot shower first, and we'll have a good drink tonight! I've been craving tree bark these past few days in the mountains."

Smoke curled up from the village chimneys, drifting in the afterglow of the setting sun.

……

After leaving Boss Lang's place, Lang San thought about going to see an old lover. He arranged his affairs and took two of his men to Mandalay.

Mandalay, also known as Wa City, is the capital of Mandalay Region, a famous ancient capital, the second largest city in Mandalay, and one of the political, economic, and cultural centers of Mandalay. It is also a Buddhist holy site and the seat of the Central Region's administrative headquarters. Furthermore, it serves as a major distribution center for goods in central Mandalay and the largest transportation hub in the inland areas.

Mandalay’s Pali name is “Radhana Bengni Chadu”, which means “City of Many Treasures”, named after Mandalay Hill, which it is backed by.

This was once the new capital of the Siamese Gupta Dynasty, built in 1857.

Because Ava, a famous ancient capital in the history of the United States, is located in its suburbs, overseas Chinese in the United States call it "Ava City".

It is the economic, cultural, and transportation center of the central region.

Mandalay's industries include tea packaging, silk weaving, winemaking, jade carving, bronze casting and gold leaf crafts, as well as shipbuilding, food processing, wood carving, and gold and silver ornaments.

This is the central distribution center for goods in the M country and the largest transportation hub in the interior.

Waterways along the Irrawaddy River can reach Myitkyina upstream and Yangon to the south. Railways connect it to Yangon to the south and Myitkyina and Lashio to the north. Several highways converge here, and there is also the Kanmyat Taché Airport in the suburbs.

The city contains ruins such as Duffylin Castle, the Old Palace, temples, monasteries, and the ancient Z House of England.

Mandalay Hill, located in the suburbs, is 260 meters above sea level. The temples on the top of the hill are exquisitely built, and white pagodas stand at the foot of the hill in a square.

This is one of the Buddhist holy sites in Country M, and also a popular tourist destination.

Mandalay is located in central Malaysia, on the east bank of the middle reaches of the Irrawaddy River. It was once the capital of several ancient dynasties and is also a city with a large Chinese population.

The old lover that Lang San met was named Li Yuan, and she was one of Michael's concubines.

Li Yuan was the daughter of a local Chinese in Mandalay. After graduating from Sunny Girls' High School, she caught the eye of Michael and became his concubine.

Li Yuan was proud and unwilling to live with Mi Gao in a poor mountain village.

So she started her jewelry business in a big city like Mandalay.

Li Yuan owns a gemstone processing factory here, and business is quite good.

Michael favored this concubine and listened to her every word.

The "Golden Three Regions" still maintains polygamy, and it is very normal for wealthy people here to have multiple wives.

Moreover, many "big flour dealers" like to send their wives and children to big cities like Mandalay to enjoy life or do business.

Back when the Allied Forces were still in existence, their members often stopped by Li Yuan's place when they came to Mandalay.

At that time, Lang San worked under Boss Lang and was often sent to Mandalay on official business.

And so, Lang San and Li Yuan started an affair.

I heard the news that Michael went "over there" from Li Yuan, and then Lang San had someone report gout to him...

Mandalay is known as the "City of Gems," as one-third of the world's jade comes from here, and countless gem processing factories are scattered around the city's outskirts.

There is also a gem trading center in the east of the city, where merchants from all over the world come every day to buy gems and jade.

Not far from this gem exchange is a golf course, where some large jewelry dealers like to avoid the noise and conduct business.

This stadium is very high-end, with a quiet and elegant environment, and offers everything you could want for eating, drinking, and entertainment.

Upon receiving Lang San's call, Li Yuan arrived at the clubhouse early, as usual, to wait for him.

Lang San is around thirty years old. He knows how to please women, and he's a natural at love, knowing exactly what women like.

These two scoundrels, upon meeting, immediately launched into a furious attack without exchanging a single word.

After calming down, Li Yuan leaned against the headboard, lit a cigarette, took a satisfied drag, and then put the cigarette in Lang San's mouth, saying resentfully, "You heartless bastard, you haven't come to see me for months, have you?"

“My dear, I’ve been so busy lately. ‘That place’ has been keeping an eye on me, and I’m having a lot of trouble. I keep making mistakes, so I haven’t had the time to come here.”

"You're such an ingrate. You got everything, both people and things, and then you forgot everything."

"Also, was it you who pulled the strings behind my husband's affair?"

"I was only doing that for your own good. If that old geezer dies, wouldn't you be able to follow me openly? Hahaha..." Lang San laughed smugly.

Li Yuan poked Lang San's forehead with her finger. "Go away, don't give me that crap. I don't understand your tricks. You only came to me because you think I'm useful, right?"

Do you think I don't know how many women you have?

"Heaven and earth bear witness, my feelings for you are genuine, I swear to Buddha..." Lang San solemnly swore.

Before he could finish speaking, Li Yuan interrupted him, "Alright, just tell me what you came to see me about. I can tell what you're up to the moment you bend over."

Lang San got out of bed, walked to the wine cabinet, poured two glasses of red wine, and handed one to Li Yuan, saying, "Something happened. Your old man has escaped back."

Upon hearing this, Li Yuan was shocked and sat up abruptly: "Really? How did he escape?"

"Oh! I didn't realize you were so happy!"

"We don't know the specifics yet, we only know that three people rescued him," Lang San said indifferently.

Ignoring Lang San's attitude, Li Yuan continued to ask him, "Who has such great ability to... rescue him?"

“I’m worried that it’s the cops from ‘over there’ who’s behind this. If that’s the case, it’s a huge threat to us.”

Li Yuan pursed her lips and said nonchalantly, "Tch, they came back with the old man, they're not going to the old town, what are you afraid of?"

"You don't understand. The secret agents over there are very powerful and have a strong infiltration ability."

If we can get them to establish a foothold here, wouldn't it be easy for them to understand our situation?

The city gate caught fire and affected the pond fish.

Even if something happens to Old Man Mi, it will affect us too.

"So what are your plans?" Li Yuan asked.

"My older brother plans to have someone kill them on the way to prevent future troubles."

However, I have a feeling that we might fail, so we need to prepare for both possibilities.

I want you to go back to Avalon Mountain Village. If that fails, you can go and find out the details about these three people.

Unexpectedly, Li Yuan shook her head and refused, saying, "This is a matter between you men. I, a woman, will not get involved."

Lang San was shrewd; he knew exactly what the woman was thinking. He smiled and said, "Don't worry, I won't let you do this for nothing. After you understand the situation, I'll give you this amount." As he spoke, Lang San waved his hand.

Li Yuan didn't even glance at it and said, "What's money? It's just a pile of worthless paper..."

Lang San gritted his teeth and continued to add chips: "Alright, as long as you get things done, I'll buy you a villa in Sunshine."

Upon hearing this, Li Yuan was completely swayed and hurriedly asked, "Do you mean what you say?"

"Of course, when have I ever lied to you?"

I've wanted to buy a house in Sungai Besar for a long time. Compared to Mandalay, Sungai Besar feels more like a big city.

"When we're free, we can spend the night together somewhere." Lang San said, kissing Li Yuan's rosy cheek.

……

Michael led Zhang Jincheng and his group along the stone-paved road in the village.

This narrow stone-paved road is the only street in the village, and it is also in a dilapidated state.

Zhang Jin said he found that most of the houses in the village were stilted buildings supported by wooden stakes, with only a few two-story buildings made of wooden planks on both sides of the street.

The front of the first floor is completely open, and inside are shops, taverns, teahouses and similar establishments.

The people in the shops looked at Zhang Jincheng and his group with surprise, but no one came out to watch them.

As soon as Zhang Jin and his group arrived at the center of the village, a large group of women and children ran towards Migo, shouting and yelling.

A middle-aged woman grabbed Migo's arm, crying and wiping away tears, rambling on and on, while the others were also very excited.

Zhang Jin speculated that they might be Michael's wife and children.

Suddenly, Zhang Jin noticed a young and beautiful woman standing out in the crowd. Not only was she dressed in a fashionable and vibrant style, but she also stood out from the crowd.

Zhang Jin felt that there was something strange about this woman. She was not as happy as the other women. Her expression was calm, and he didn't know what she was thinking.

In addition, the woman kept observing Zhang Jincheng and his two companions, clearly more interested in them.

This woman is acting strangely!

Michael introduced the women surrounding him to Zhang Jincheng and the others, who were surprised to learn that this guy actually had five wives.

Moreover, that strange woman from earlier was also one of Michael's women.

(End of this chapter)