Korean TV series: King of Peninsula 1997

Chapter 497 Great Country (revised)

“Who was the last Korean you valued?”

Larry was silent for a while, but finally said, "Jin Douhan."

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This is when Quan Jae-joon took a deep breath.

Li You raised his eyebrows, "I didn't expect you to be so long-term."

"Jin Douhan's ability is enough for him to have a seat at the High Table," Larry wanted to scratch his bald head, "but he gave up on it himself."

Larry did not hide anything. "In addition to the great nations having one seat at the High Table, the other seven seats are reserved for everyone else."

"The five most powerful countries in the world," Li You said with a smile, "I didn't expect that even the underground is like this."

Larry's expression froze for a moment, then a smile appeared on his face. "Of course, as the country becomes stronger, their other forces will also grow stronger."

"The economy and military will become even stronger," Larry pursed his lips. "Some may look gentle, but they are actually fierce hunters."

"Originally, Jin Douhan had enough to have a seat and be connected to the existence of the great country, but Jin Douhan chose to give it up."

Li You nodded slightly. Jin Douhan was an anti-Japanese hero in the past. After South Korea was officially established, he took over most of the gang forces on the Korean Peninsula. Even according to incomplete statistics, he had 30,000 subordinates.

If we count Lee Woo now, the underground forces of Choi Doo-il under him, together with the Korean Peninsula and the two Kinmen security forces of the United States, they cannot reach the current number.

Of course, if the formal employees of Kinmen Group are included, the number would definitely be far more than this.

However, the newly established regime faced the dilemma of weak security forces. The first president, Lee Seung-jo, even had to ask Kim Doo-han for help in maintaining social order on the Korean Peninsula. Those in power even reached a symbiotic relationship with the gangs.

Unfortunately, Jin Douhan later felt that the underworld was not a long-term solution.

He began to actively seek a political way out. In 1954, at the age of 36, Kim Doo-han was elected as a member of the South Korean National Assembly, completing his gorgeous transformation from gangster boss to politician.

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He handed over most of his forces to his former younger brother, Li Jiazai, who was a wrestler.

Lee Gap-jae reaped rich rewards in the game of power by acting as a thug for Lee Seung-jae, eliminating dissidents and suppressing opposition forces.

In the streets and alleys of the Korean Peninsula, more than 2,900 stores need to pay him protection fees on a monthly basis, and the number of businessmen extorted by him exceeds 12,000.

So after the military coup, Park Kaka, who came to power with an iron fist, regarded these gang leaders as the best "consumables" in order to divert social attention and consolidate his new regime, and sentenced them to death without hesitation.

In the bleak autumn wind of October, these people were executed by firing squad after their identities were identified.

During the two military governments under Park Kaka and Jeon Kaka, gangs on the Korean Peninsula ushered in a 'golden age'.

Those former leaders were shot, and the simple-minded newcomers did not expect that there was a conspiracy in the golden age.

The gangs fought fiercely to gain territory and power.

You kill me, I kill you.

In the mutual slaughter, they completely declined and no longer had the chance to unite and coexist with the regime.

Later, the government that transitioned to democracy in 1990 once again pointed its guns at them.

An unprecedented anti-gang operation has begun on the Korean Peninsula.

In just less than two years, the police and prosecutors successfully arrested more than 25,000 gang members and brought a large number of evil forces to justice.

Only a few bigwigs in the Korean Peninsula, such as Shi Dongchu, had the foresight to transform themselves before this and invest the wealth obtained through illegal means in legitimate industries, mainly in real estate, construction, and entertainment.

Then he frequently interacted with chaebols and politicians, and sometimes handled some "inconvenient to make public" matters for them, so that he could thrive in the business and political circles and survive.

"Okay," Li You turned the business card in his hand, "You have to arrange for me to meet with them so that I can make up my mind."

"." Larry was in a difficult situation, but he had to obey. This invitation was decided by the High Table, and he had to complete it strictly.

"I understand," Larry bowed again, "Can I contact you after I get the news?" "Sure," Li You threw the letter onto the bookshelf beside him.

The lights in the corridor were still casting long shadows. A line of security personnel stood quietly in the corridor, guarding Jin Jianying's ward.

In the ward, while Jin Jianying was speaking, she was also quietly observing everyone in the room, even Secretary Jin was no exception.

His breathing was accompanied by his heartbeat. There were slight footsteps and whispers coming from outside, but no one paid attention to these trivial sounds. Everyone's attention was focused on the leader of the Tianxia Bureau Group.

The powerful old chairman of the Tianxia Group showed his weakness in front of everyone without any concealment. He did not become much more energetic until his wife and daughter arrived.

"Dad," when Jin Xiya rushed in, Zhao Taixie, who was sitting next to her, made way for her to sit down, "What's wrong with you?"

She and Jin Jianying's current wife were notified only after Jin Jianying lay down.

"Xi Ya," Jin Jianying laughed, "Help Daddy sit up."

He sat up and leaned against the bed, looking at his daughter, who was now a freshman in high school, for a while.

Jin Xiya still has some baby fat on her face, but her natural intelligence has already been revealed in her eyes.

But now her eyes were full of worry, and in Jin Jianying's eyes, it was real worry.

It's not the worry of wearing contact lenses like those people standing there.

Jin Xiya held Jin Jianying's hand with a little too much force, causing Jin Jianying to laugh again. He reached out his other hand and patted Jin Xiya, "Look at you, there are elders next to you, say hello."

Jin Xiya pursed her lips, stood up, and greeted Zhao Taixie and her two brothers properly.

"No, no," Zhao Taixie supported Jin Xiya, feeling a little doubtful. Looking at the situation, Jin Jianying didn't really want to leave Tianxia Group to his daughter?
It shouldn't be realistic. He blinked and kept the thought to himself.

Jin Jianying looked at them, especially her three children, and a complex emotion flashed in her eyes.

The eldest son, Kim Young-jun, had a frown on his face, while the second son, Kim Sung-jun, had a wandering look. Next to them was the ambitious congressman Cho Tae-seop, who still maintained his gentle smile.

They surrounded Kim Hee-ya and Kim Jian-ying, blocking out the light from the huge lamp.

Jin Jianying knew that she only had a few years left, and even with the best expectations, her health would deteriorate every day, and the power and family business she cherished would have to be entrusted to them.

If only they were of one mind.

Jin Jianying was remarried. The mother of her two sons passed away shortly after their birth. Naturally, she was not on the same page with Jin Xiya and her mother.

Jin Xiya is a sensible child, but she is still young and has her mother behind her.

Jin Jianying shook her head and shook off the heavy feeling. After all, there were still many years to go. If medical science made progress in the future,
"You two go ahead and do it," Jin Jianying said, "Li You is our biggest enemy right now. If necessary, Tianxia Auto can temporarily stop and let Tianxia concentrate on dealing with the Kinmen Group."

Although Jin Jianying's voice was weak, it still carried unquestionable authority.

Those standing there held their breath, waiting for the helmsman of the family and business empire to unfold his concerns and plans one by one.

As Jin Jianying spoke, his voice gradually became lower. His physical condition did not allow him to say much.

"Also," Jin Jianying stretched out his hand to Zhao Taixie and begged him earnestly, "During this period of time, I hope that Councillor Zhao can help them and not let Tianxia get involved in the quagmire of politics."

Zhao Taixie agreed verbally but sneered in his heart.

Kim Gun-young said she was helping, but in fact she was telling Cho Tae-seop not to drag his two sons into this.

Zhao Taixie gently patted Jin Jianying on the shoulder to show his support.

Jin Jianying nodded silently to her two sons, her breathing gradually calmed down, and her eyelids began to feel heavy. "I'm tired and need to sleep for a while. Mother Xiya can stay here and take care of me."

After a few minutes, the place became empty. Jin Xiya insisted on staying, holding Jin Jianying's hand, and the father and daughter fell asleep together.

(End of this chapter)