Agents of the Republic of China

On the fifteenth day of the first lunar month, Zhang Xiaolin's Mansion on Huagebei Road in Shanghai was crowded with people. The people in charge of various halls in Shanghai and representatives of gangs gathered in Zhang's Mansion.This is also a custom of the Shanghai underworld that has been passed down for many years. At this time in previous years, people from all walks of life would gather in Huang Jinrong's mansion to discuss some business and resolve some misunderstandings. At that time, Du Yuesheng proposed this new gathering.

It's just that in the past two years, Huang Jinrong has already closed the door to thank guests, and Du Yuesheng has left Hong Kong. No matter what the people in Shanghai have thought, the situation is stronger than others. Zhang Xiaolin has already secured the top spot in the Shanghai underworld. At this time, everyone came to his house in unison.

The servants of the Zhang Mansion were extremely busy, while the owner of the mansion, Zhang Xiaolin, was still in his study, discussing matters with his in-law Yu Yefeng and a few confidantes.Some people from outside came to Zhang Mansion early in the morning to ask for an interview, but the news they received was that Zhang Xiaolin was dealing with official business and would not be able to meet with them until lunch time.It is well known that Zhang Xiaolin likes to be lively and ostentatious. Last year at this time, he led a large number of disciples and grandchildren out to welcome guests early in the morning. This year's situation is beyond people's expectations, so it is inevitable that guests from all walks of life will have more strange things reverie.

At this time, Zhang Xiaolin was suffering and couldn't tell.The matter also originated from the establishment of an organization called "New Asia Peace Promotion Association" by him and Yu Yefeng.After the Japanese army occupied Shanghai, they successively captured Nanjing and Hubei. Although the soldiers were sharp, the front line was several times larger than before the war. The national strength of a small country is obviously not enough to support the current war situation.In order to solve the problem of shortage of military supplies, the Shanghai Garrison specially found Zhang Xiaolin.

So Zhang Xiaolin and Yu Yefeng jointly organized the "New Asia Peace Promotion Association" to raise food, cotton, coal and other military supplies for the Japanese, and help the Japanese solve their urgent needs.

But just a week ago, in order to clear the waters, Zhang Xiaolin instructed his protégé, Captain Zhang of the Shanghai Anti-Smuggling Team, to cooperate with Bai San, whom he had bought, to wipe out the Dragon King's power in the outer seas in one fell swoop, and clear away hidden dangers for his business routes.Unexpectedly, Captain Zhang got the information and gathered his troops to go to sea, but he never heard from him again.At that time, Zhang Xiaolin had a premonition that something was wrong. You know, in order to get rid of the Dragon King, Zhang Xiaolin put in a lot of effort and urged the Japanese to go out to sea to round up the dragon king. After obtaining the exact information, the Dragon King only brought more than 20 people out to sea, which was easy to do, but who knew it would be such a result.

Sure enough, next, Zhang Xiaolin's cargo ship was attacked by pirates frantically. In just one week, Zhang Xiaolin lost eight cargo ships. Such ships will always encounter accidents when they go to sea, and the accuracy of the information is unimaginable.

The room leak happened to rain overnight. Within two days, Zhang Xiaolin's confidant, Feng Jinzhong, the executive director of the "New Asia Peace Promotion Association", was shot dead in Huizhong Hotel. Seeing that a batch of gold bars intercepted by Yu Yefeng and the Japanese disappeared, Zhang Xiaolin's life would be killed now. You must know that those gold bars are worth millions of dollars, and the most important thing is those ledgers. In the hands of others, Zhang Xiaolin couldn't afford to walk around.So when he got the news, Zhang Xiaolin immediately vomited blood.

However, the bad news came one after another. Zhang Xiaolin's left and right hand, Ah Wu in long shirt, had his throat cut off in the bathhouse, and his two subordinates who were with him were also killed.The killer came and went without a trace, and there was no clue at all.

My warehouse in Lujiashiqiao was also burnt down at the same time, turning it into a piece of white ground, and almost all the men who collected the warehouse were wiped out. The most surprising thing is that the fastest-running patrol room in the concession this time did not pay any attention to it. , Zhang Xiaolin inquired about it from the side. It is said that this means the Concession Consulate.

However, this is not the worst news.Those big-nosed foreigners in the public concession and the French concession didn't know what medicine they took wrongly, but they started to "ban smoking" in a serious manner, completely forgetting what they rely on to get rich.For one week in a row, all the police stations were mobilized, all Zhang Xiaolin's tobacco dens were ordered to close down, and nearly a hundred of his subordinates were arrested.

Seeing the helpless expressions of all his subordinates, Zhang Xiaolin's heart was filled with a bone-chilling chill, and a figure suddenly appeared in his mind, could it be him?Looking at the entire Shanghai Bund, he is the only person who can achieve such precision!But, it's not like him.Zhang Xiaolin deeply understands his third sworn brother, he is a person who loves face very much, he should not do such a terrible thing!Then, who else?

Zhang Xiaolin stroked his short gray hair, fell into deep thought, his brows were twisted into a big "Chuan", everyone looked at each other, holding their breath, not even daring to make a sound.

The butler came to report that it was time to start the banquet. Also, Wan Molin also rushed back from Wuxi to attend the banquet. In addition, Chang Yao also came.

Zhang Xiaolin was startled, "Chang Yao?"

A group of subordinates and Yu Yefeng and others were also discussing. This Chang Yao was also a member of the Green Gang. He was born as a former court official in the Qing Dynasty. He is highly respected, but he has retired many years ago. I heard that he made an offering in the rich man's house and went to take care of himself for the rest of his life.Many years ago, the two had had contact. At that time, Fan Jincheng asked Zhang Xiaolin to treat Chang Yao like a brother, which proved that this person was also a person of the "common character generation".It's just that he has lived in seclusion for many years, why would he suddenly pay a visit at this time?

Lin Xiaotang, Ma Qixiang, and Fatty Shen sat at a table with Wan Molin, next to Zhang Xiaolin's main table.There was also an old man surnamed Chang who came with them. He had silver hair, a smooth chin, and no beard. Since entering the door together, he kept looking at Lin Xiaotang, which surprised Lin Xiaotang, but the old man's eyes There is no hostility, only appreciation and encouragement.

There was a commotion behind the screen, accompanied by the sound of footsteps, Zhang Xiaolin strode out with a group of disciples and grandchildren. Although he was nearly 60 years old, Zhang Xiaolin was in good condition. Except for his gray hair, he looked like he was 50 years old In his early years, he was dressed in a red gown and looked beaming.

After entering, Zhang Xiaolin greeted the old man surnamed Chang first, "Brother, it's a sin, I should be the one to pay you New Year's greetings, how dare you drive all the way here!"

Chang Yao smiled slightly, "Junior Brother, you are being polite. I haven't been out for many years. I am lazy. I will take the opportunity of Chinese New Year to go out and visit old friends. By the way, I will do a little favor for a nephew, but it will cause trouble for you. Already!"

Zhang Xiaolin was taken aback for a moment, "Nephew? Senior brother is talking about...?"

Chang Yao patted the back of his hand, "Greeting to the guests first, we'll talk about it later, it's just a trivial matter."

Zhang Xiaolin didn't take it to heart, arranged for Chang Yao to sit at the main table, and then invited the other guests to sit down.The hall of the Zhang Mansion accommodated nearly forty tables of banquets, and all the powerful people from the Shanghai gang came here. Therefore, after sitting down, Zhang Xiaolin deliberately gave Wan Molin to his seat. After all, he is Du Yuesheng's representative in Shanghai , although he and Du Yuesheng were fighting openly and secretly, but things on the scene still had to be taken care of.

After drinking for three rounds, the guests at dozens of tables were all old acquaintances, so they let go and drank. Zhang Xiaolin turned around politely, and then the guests returned their respects.

Seeing Zhang Xiaolin's high interest, his face was a little flushed, Wan Molin winked at Lin Xiaotang and the others, and Lin Xiaotang, Ma Qixiang and Fatty Shen came over to toast.

Looking back, Zhang Xiaolin's expression darkened immediately, "Mulin, what do you mean by this? I'm a Chinese New Year student, and you still want a few juniors to make things difficult for me?"

Wan Molin smiled, "What happened before is all my fault, uncle, don't take it to heart, let the juniors give you a toast to the old man today, let's leave this matter behind and don't mention it, after all everyone Doing things under a name."

Zhang Xiaolin snorted coldly, pointed at Fatty Shen and Ma Qixiang, "They are both your apprentices, I can give you this face, but that Lin Xiaotang, I want to see his head within a month, how about it?"

Wan Molin looked calm and did not answer.

Lin Xiaotang took a step forward, "Boss Zhang, if you want to see Lin Xiaotang's head, it's very simple, it's right here!"

Zhang Xiaolin was startled, and then his beard and hair were all untied, and he stood up abruptly, "It's you?"

The sound of Zhang Xiaolin's voice was not small, and the audience fell silent, but then everyone started talking.

Zhang Xiaolin pointed at Wan Molin, "Wan Molin, what do you mean, you brought this kid to my mansion, what's your plan, maybe you want to kill me."

Wan Molin stood up slowly, "Young uncle's words are wrong. If you want him, I will bring him here. Whether you want to kill him or not is up to you!"

Zhang Xiaolin Bo was furious, "Okay, you think I don't have the guts, don't you? Even if Mr. Du came here in person today, I would have to kill this kid! Come on!"

Following Zhang Xiaolin's order, more than 30 big men in black rushed out of the side hall. There was a commotion in the venue, and the guests retreated one after another. The big men surrounded Lin Xiaotang in the middle, and pointed their guns at him in unison. .

Wan Molin sat down leisurely and looked at everything in the arena with cold eyes.Fatty Shen and Ma Qixiang simply pushed aside, and the two started drinking on their own.Chang Yao looked at Lin Xiaotang curiously, as if interested to see how he would react.

Lin Xiaotang put down the wine glass, and showed a small black box in his hand, the wires from the box were hanging on his body.Hehe smiled, "Hehe, I've grown so big, I haven't tried to be pointed at the head by dozens of guns, not bad, it feels good!"

The big guys looked at each other, not knowing what to do for a while.

Zhang Xiaolin was furious, "What are you doing in a daze, why don't you take it down for me!"

The big men made a gesture to grab someone, Lin Xiaotang waved his hand, "Wait!" He quickly unbuttoned his coat, and his body was covered with bags of explosives.

Note 30: Ji Yunqing.In the 76s and 1939s, the leader of the Shanghai Bund Gang had close contacts with Huang Jinrong, Du Yuesheng, and Zhang Xiaolin. No. [-] Li Shiqun was his disciple.After the Songhu Anti-Japanese War, Ji Yunqing surrendered to the Japanese through Li Shiqun and became a traitor. In [-], he was assassinated by military assassins.