Hong Kong General: The Departed? No, I am the Hong Kong Island Tyrant

Chapter 252 He's playing too big, I can't keep up! [Guaranteed -in-]

A week passed quickly.

On October 10, the second round of eliminations of the martial arts competition began.

There was still no suspense in the second round. Thanks to the insider manipulation of the organizer, none of the popular players in this competition met each other, and almost all of them advanced.

The only change was that of the 1128 people left in the first round of eliminations, eight were unable to participate in the competition for various reasons when the competition started, leaving only 8 people in the end.

In the end, a total of 560 people advanced.

The competition is over.

Hosts Li Zhi and Yue Huizhen faced the camera and announced the rules for the third elimination round at the same time:

"Dear audience, this round of competition is over. The next round will still follow the elimination rules."

"However, since there are too many contestants, in order to shorten the competition time, the next round of eliminations will be directly divided into three games."

"After the first round of competition among 560 contestants, 280 winners will continue to the second round of draws, and then the remaining 140 winners will continue to the third round of draws, and finally 70 contestants will advance."

"There will be no rest time in the three elimination matches of the third round, so please prepare in advance!"

Wow!
After listening to the host's explanation, there was an uproar both at the competition site and in front of the televisions in thousands of households.

No one expected that this martial arts competition would be so cruel.

Starting from the third round, large-scale elimination began.

560 people, directly play three games, and only the top 70 will advance!
That is to say, in the next round of competition, 490 people will be eliminated, which directly eliminates nearly % of the contestants!
The most important thing is that the three games will be held on the same day, which means that all the players have no rest time.

After the first game, even if you win, you have to play the second game, and then the winner will continue to the third game, without any buffer time.

This will be a great test for the contestants!

Many contestants who advanced to the second round frowned and looked somewhat dissatisfied.

In fact, compared to now, many of them feel some pressure.

After two rounds of eliminations, those who came to make up the numbers were basically kicked out, and the remaining ones all had some skills. Of course, there were also some who won by chance despite their poor skills, but there were not many such people.

If the competition still follows the rule of a single elimination round, many of them are still confident that they can advance to the fourth round.

But now the organizers have directly changed the rules. The third round will have three games, and only 70 people can advance. Then most of them will probably be eliminated in the third round.

Maybe only the real elites can advance to the next round...

For a moment, many contestants sighed and some even expressed their protest directly.

Some of them own martial arts schools or boxing gyms. The purpose of participating in the competition is to show their faces more often on TV. Even if they cannot win the championship, they have to advance to a few more rounds and rank higher to make their martial arts school famous.

But now the organizers have changed the format of the third round, which has directly put an end to their hopes.

However, some contestants remained silent to express their agreement.

“This should have been done a long time ago!”

Next to the No. 6 ring, after the boxing competition, Senior Brother Duan Shuiliu came to his master Fujiwara Rinchuan, Yamamoto Kazuo, Suzukino and other Japanese players. Looking at the players who were sighing around the other rings, he snorted and said, "I've encountered some good people in two consecutive rounds. There's no pressure at all!"

"These bastards are not worthy of participating in this martial arts competition. I will eliminate all of them in the next round to prevent them from affecting my mood!"

Yamamoto Kazuo, Suzukino and others nodded slightly to show their agreement.

Indeed, they were very unhappy about not encountering any capable opponents in two consecutive knockout rounds.

They have to wait a week after each round of competition. At this rate, how long will they have to wait before they can duel with real masters?

"The rules this time are really good. They can greatly reduce our time and allow us to duel with real masters as soon as possible!"

On the other side, two-time Thai boxing champions Jack Ja and Naimi stood beside the No. 2 ring. After listening to the rules of the game, they nodded slightly.

Then, Jack Jia turned his head and looked in the direction of Senior Brother Duan Shuiliu and the others, his eyes flashed, and he said: "We are lucky this time. Not only can we see real Chinese martial arts, but we can also see Japanese martial arts!"

Naimi looked back upon hearing this, licked his lips, and said, "Karate? I'll blow their heads off!"

Next to the No. 3 ring, American boxing champion Elliott looked at the contestants who were sighing and groaning around him with a proud face. He sneered and said, "These rubbish should have been eliminated long ago!"

"This time, I will prove to the whole world that only our Western boxing is the strongest martial art in the world!"

Feng Yuxiu, Hong Ye, Jin Aneng, He Liwang and others stood beside their own arenas, listening to the discussions around them without saying a word, just quietly looking at the opponents they thought were strong.

Feng Yuxiu's gaze shifted to a figure standing beside the No. 4 ring, his eyes flashing with a strong fighting spirit.

As if noticing his gaze, Xiahou Wu also looked back, then calmly shifted his gaze, as if nothing had happened.

The rules of the competition were announced and the second round of eliminations came to an end.

Tens of thousands of spectators left the venue one after another amid various excited discussions.

The players from each group also dispersed one after another.

Di Qing saw off Huang Bingyao, Li Zhenshan and others, and then went to the backstage meeting room.

At this time, the prince and others were here.

Seeing Di Qing coming, the prince frowned and asked, "Ah Qing, why did you suddenly change the competition system? If we hold more competitions, we can earn more!"

"Yes, Mr. Dee!"

At this time, Liang Zhong, Charlie, Le Huizhen and others from the TV station also came in.

Liang Zhong was a little puzzled: "Mr. Gan is right. In the first round of eliminations, our TV station's three-day live broadcast ratings reached over 60%. Although the ratings for the second round dropped a bit, it also exceeded 50%. If we follow the original plan and hold a few more shows, there will definitely be more people watching!"

Facing the puzzled expressions of the crowd, Di Qing explained calmly: "For this kind of competition, the audience wants gimmicks. If the elimination continues step by step until the finals, at least a dozen games will be held. If this continues, the audience will get tired of it sooner or later. Many people may not even watch the finals."

"The drop in ratings for this elimination match is a good proof of that."

"If we continue to slowly eliminate them like this, not only will we not make any money, but I'm afraid it will backfire."

“That’s why I compressed the three rounds into one, so that every contestant has a chance to perform, and it will be more suspenseful, and the audience will buy it.”

Hearing this, everyone nodded thoughtfully, and understood Di Qing's intention.

"Then the fourth round will also be compressed into three games?" asked the prince.

"Yes! After the third round, we will directly enter the top ten competition!"

Di Qing's eyes flickered and he spoke in a firm tone.

He organized this martial arts competition for two reasons: one was to promote Chinese martial arts, and the other was to raise the profile of the Qinglong Martial Arts School and build up its reputation.

But the ultimate goal is to make money.

The first two knockout matches have already attracted numerous outside betting dealers to join the game.

Next, it’s your turn to reap the harvest!

……

evening.

Kwai Chung Centre, Hung Hing Main Hall.

In addition to the Prince, A Tai, Tang Twelve and others who went to the stadium, all the leaders of Hongxing came with their younger brothers.

At this time, Han Bin, Feilong and Dafei were already waiting in the conference room.

Kowloon City is closer to Kwai Tsing, and Xiyan was the first to arrive. When he walked in and saw Han Bin and the others, he was stunned for a moment, and then asked, "Why are there only you guys? Ah Bin, Ah Qing is not here?"

Han Bin nodded: "Second brother, Ah Qing is not coming tonight, I have something to talk to you about."

"What's going on? It's so mysterious?" Xiyan said as he walked to the chair and sat down.

"You'll know soon." Han Bin smiled slightly and didn't speak in a hurry.

Xiyan had no choice but to sit and wait.

After a while, Chen Yao, Ji Ge, Ashin, Achao and others also came.

"Abin, what's the hurry? Where's Aqing? Hasn't he come yet?" Brother Ji walked in and asked carelessly.

"Yeah, Abin, why are there only a few of you?"

"Where's Ah Qing?"

Chen Yao and others also spoke up.

Seeing that most people had arrived, Han Bin no longer kept the secret and said, "Everyone, Ah Qing is not coming tonight. I asked you to come."

"Fuck, what the hell are you doing?"

"Yeah, what's the big fuss? I thought Ah Qing had something good to do with us again!"

"That's right! These past few days, Ah Qing, the prince, and Ah Tai have been organizing this martial arts competition, which has caused a lot of buzz and made a lot of money. If I had known earlier, I would have opened a boxing gym too!"

"Abin, you kid, I heard that you made millions with those ships last month after a trip to the mainland. Are you so proud of yourself that you dared to invite us to the headquarters for a meeting alone?"

Listening to everyone's complaints, Han Bin felt helpless and knocked on the table, saying, "Everyone, although I asked you to come here tonight, it was also Ah Qing's order. Ah Qing said that he wanted to help you make money. If you don't want to make money, you can leave now."

Upon hearing this, the place suddenly became quiet.

"Hehe..." Brother Ji smiled awkwardly and said, "Abin, I admit that I spoke a little loudly just now. Ah Qing, what money-making ideas do you have for us?"

"Brother Ji, I think you are suitable for acting. Those who specialize in learning face-changing techniques may not be as fast as you!" Dafei complained.

Brother Ji was not ashamed and said proudly: "Want to learn? I'll teach you!"

Da Fei rolled his eyes and didn't bother to pay attention to him.

Han Bin didn't say much, looking at everyone and asked, "Everyone has heard about the announcement of changes to the third round of the martial arts competition today, right?"

"I know, what's wrong?"

"Yeah, didn't they say that on TV today?"

"What does this have to do with helping us make money?"

People asked.

Han Bin took a deep breath, took out a stack of papers from his bag, handed one to each of them, and said, "These are the names of unpopular players who have the potential to enter the top ten or even win the championship in this martial arts competition. Ah Qing asked me to give them to you. You can decide how to buy them." Everyone's eyes lit up and they picked up the lists to read them.

But soon, Brother Ji frowned: "Feng Yuxiu? Isn't this the martial arts coach of Ah Qing's martial arts gym? I haven't seen him fight many times, is he okay?"

"Yes, I also watched this competition. Those boxing champions from the United States, Thailand, Japan, and the New Zealand tank were all very powerful. No opponent could withstand a single blow from them. Can Feng Yuxiu beat them?"

"And this He Li Wang, I've never even heard of him!"

"Ah Qing wants us to buy these people?"

Everyone frowned and talked about it.

None of the players on these lists are favorites.

Feilong said calmly, "This list was compiled by Ah Qing himself and given to us. If you believe it, place a big bet. You can buy all the outside odds and you can be the banker yourself. Whether you make a profit or a loss depends on how you operate."

Hearing this, everyone gradually fell silent.

When it comes to betting on the outside, they naturally know very well how to do it.

But the problem is that this kind of thing is also very risky.

If you bet on the popular players, everyone knows they will win, so most people will definitely buy them. In the end, the odds will be too low, and the chance of making money will never be too great. Even if you can make money, it won’t be much.

Just bet on underdogs, whether you buy it yourself or be the banker, as long as you win the bet, you can make a lot of money.

The only question is whether this insider information can be trusted.

After a moment of silence, Xiyan was the first to pick up the list and said, "I want this list. Thank Ah Qing for me!"

Hearing this, Sha Qiang also picked up the list and said, "I believe Brother Qing too. I heard that there are also dealers in Macau who open odds for betting on the outside. I will go to Macau tonight and play a big bet. I can win tens of millions!"

Brother Ji gritted his teeth, picked up the list and said, "Let's do it!"

"Damn it, I'm going to open a handicap in Sai Wan tonight, even if I lose money, I'll accept it!"

"Count me in." Ah Chao said quickly, "Brother Ji, I don't have enough cash, let's split the profits 50-50!"

"No problem!" Brother Ji was immediately delighted and agreed quickly.

He would certainly be more than happy to have someone take the risk.

Seeing this, the others put away their lists and no longer had any doubts.

As the saying goes, fortune and honor are achieved through risk, and Ah Qing had no reason to cheat them.

Thinking of this, everyone began to consider how to make more money and maximize their profits by relying on this unpopular list.

Chen Yao thought for a moment, looked at Han Bin and the others, and asked, "Didn't Ah Qing gamble himself?"

Hearing this, the others looked at Han Bin curiously.

With such a good opportunity to make money, doesn’t Qing want to try it himself?

Facing everyone's gaze, Han Bin smiled and said, "Ah Qing's bet is too big, we can't keep up."

Everyone was shocked.

The odds are too big, even they can’t keep up?

How big does the odds have to be to be considered big?
……

8 pm.

Mong Kok, a restaurant with character.

Di Qing, Long Wu, the prince, and A Tai were sitting in the box. Opposite them sat Da D and his chief horse, Chang Mao, the current boss of Wan Chai and Lian Sheng.

"Ah Qing, haven't you been busy with that martial arts competition these days? How come you have time to drink with me tonight?" Big D raised his glass and took a sip of wine, asking in confusion.

Di Qing smiled, picked up the wine glass and took a sip, saying, "Why? Can't you go have some tea and chat with Big Brother D if you have nothing to do?"

"Okay, why not!"

Big D laughed and said, "But you are a very busy man. I can't compare with you. You can easily hold a martial arts competition and tens of thousands of people will watch it. In addition, TVB and ATV, two major TV stations, will cooperate with you to broadcast it live. I'm afraid you will make a lot of money this time, right?"

As he spoke, Big D sounded somewhat envious.

As the leader of a first-rate society, Di Qing's group business is booming, and now any martial arts competition he organizes can also cause a sensation. The registration fees alone are probably tens of millions, and with other income added in, it is probably over 100 million!

On the other hand, even though he is now the boss, he is still guarding his small piece of land in Tsuen Wan and is busy with the society's business.

I work so hard every month but only make a few million.

Compared to this, it is impossible not to be envious.

Di Qing also heard the envy in Da D's words, smiled and said, "So I'm here to give you money, Brother D, right?"

Big D's eyes lit up immediately: "Good brother! I knew you couldn't forget me! What, do you have any good ideas to make money and come to me?"

Di Qing smiled and said, "We agreed to exchange Wan Chai's place for your and Liansheng Jordan's territory. Today we can fulfill our promise."

As he spoke, Di Qing looked at Changmao and said, "Changmao, our Hongxing's place over at Locke Road, you go over there tomorrow to select a few people. I have already talked to Anan, the leader of our Hongxing, you can just go find him directly."

Changmao was somewhat flattered and quickly stood up and thanked him: "Yes, thank you, Brother Qing."

"That's it?"

Big D was somewhat dissatisfied when he heard this. What did the venues in Wan Chai have to do with him? Although he could also participate in the dividends, how much money could a few venues be worth?

Di Qing waved his hand: "Don't worry, Big Brother D, this is just one of them."

Big D's eyes lit up: "What about the second one?"

“The second is something that can really make a lot of money.”

Di Qing smiled and asked, "During this period, I have been hosting this martial arts competition. There should be quite a few bookmakers opening odds for betting on the outside, right?"

Big D didn't quite understand what Di Qing meant, but he nodded truthfully: "Indeed, there are quite a few. Almost all the societies in Hong Kong Island are doing it. Even that bastard Guan Zai Sen has opened a betting site. I heard that there are also outside bookmakers from other places."

"But you can't make much money betting on the favorites!"

Big D frowned and said, "Everyone knows that the favorites will win. Even if the odds are adjusted to zero, there will still be people rushing to buy."

Di Qing smiled and nodded: "So we don't bet on the outside, we bet on the underdog."

"Hmm?" Big D's eyes flickered. "Do you have inside information?"

"I am the organizer. I don't have any inside information. Who does?" Di Qing said with a smile.

"Haha...that's what I told you!"

Big D immediately became excited: "This is easy. As long as Ah Qing can provide the inside information, we can open a market together and make a fortune!"

"No." Di Qing shook his head: "We don't make money from retail investors."

"If we don't make money from retail investors, whose money should we make?" Big D was stunned for a moment, then his eyes moved: "You mean..."

"good."

Di Qing smiled and nodded: "Brother D, didn't you just say that most of the societies in Hong Kong Island have opened a market? There are also many outside bookmakers from other places?"

"What's the point of making money from retail investors? If you want to make money, make money from the bankers!"

"Before the finals, those underdogs who have the potential to win have not yet become the favorites, let's grab the big one first."

As he said this, Di Qing sneered: "They want to make money from my martial arts competition, so we will make money from them!"

"How can I take advantage of you so easily?"

Hearing this, Big D's eyes gradually brightened up, and he slapped the table and said excitedly: "That's right, if you want to make money, make big money. What's the point of making money from retail investors!"

"Done!"

After that, Big D looked at Di Qing with a burning gaze and said, "What are you going to do? Just say one word and I'll follow you!"

Di Qing nodded slightly and said, "I will take out 500 million yuan, and you can take up as much as you want. However, I will not be in charge of this matter. You will be in charge of it. As long as those peripheral dealers dare to take it, we will dare to buy it. Until the finals, you can buy whoever I tell you to buy."

"Five hundred million?"

Even though Big D was mentally prepared, he was still shocked: "Is this... a bit too much?"

"It's only 500 million. It can't be called a small amount, but it's a medium amount."

Di Qing said calmly: "I have already calculated it. With the odds of these societies in Hong Kong Island and the bookmakers from other places, 500 million is not a lot. They can definitely swallow it. It depends on whether they dare to take it."

Changmao came back to his senses and couldn't help swallowing his saliva. He said, "What if they can't afford the compensation in the end?"

"Can't afford to pay?"

Di Qing sneered and said, "They are very clear about the rules of the gambling world. What to do if you can't afford to pay?"

"This is Hong Kong Island, it's our territory. We, the Hongxing, have joined forces with your and Liansheng, two major societies. I want to see who dares to default on my debt in the end?!"

Big D took a deep breath, his eyes flashing with madness. He slammed the table and gritted his teeth, "That's right! If you can't pay with cash, then use something as collateral. If you don't have anything to collateralize, then use your life!"

"It's just collecting money. Who in Hong Kong is as professional as us?"

"It's not that easy to shirk our debt!"

As he said this, he looked at Di Qing and said with a burning gaze, "Let's do it!"

"Just do as you say. I'll also take 100 million. Together, we can take down all the peripheral bookmakers in Hong Kong!"

Di Qing smiled and raised his glass: "It's a pleasure to work with you, Brother D."

“It will be a pleasure!”

Big D clinked his glass together, then tilted his head back and drank it all in one gulp.

Then the two of them looked at each other and both showed defiant smiles.

They were like two crazy beasts, opening their bloody mouths, wanting to devour everything in front of them.

(End of this chapter)