Hong Kong Storm: The King of Jobs

Chapter 616, Section 206: Disaster Approaches

Seeing his eldest son's hopeless state, Wen Hailiang was heartbroken. But this was not all bad news. The Wen family made their living from the docks and shipping fleets, and they had to go through all this messy business.

When he was young, he had to escort goods onto ships. He relied on his connections with various parties, his willingness to work hard, and his ability to endure hardship to secure his position as the head of the Wen family.

"Don't worry!"

"A real man should remain calm and composed even when faced with adversity. If you panic, your opponent will know that you don't have many trump cards up your sleeve."

“It’s not surprising that the Organized Crime and Triad Bureau (OCTB) obtained the evidence. The raid on Taikoo Wharf was because the cops had received a tip and had been watching for a long time. The fact that they were able to issue an arrest warrant means that they found relevant evidence.”

Wen Hailiang is a seasoned veteran. In his youth, he had dealt with cops and robbers. If it weren't for the mistakes of the two bosses before him, he would have joined the police force, either as a marine policeman, a cop, or a jailer.

It's become standard practice for Hong Kong's wealthy and powerful Chinese families to have the eldest son take over the family business and the younger son become a police officer.

His father's analysis did not calm Wen Tianxin down. He took out a cigarette, put it in his mouth, and smoked it in silence.

"Calm down!"

Seeing that his kid wasn't listening to him, Wen Hailiang was a little annoyed. He scolded him and continued, "But the O-Division's evidence is definitely not enough to convict him. The cops need your confession."

"Whether you're in the arms factory or the detention center, you mustn't speak. With the Wen family around, neither the cops nor the customs officers will disrespect you! Don't sign any agreements, and don't speak."

“Attorney Zhuang will bail you out immediately, with a guarantee letter signed by a Justice of the Peace.”

"I will send someone to deal with the trouble by tonight at the latest!"

A fierce glint flashed in Wen Hailiang's eyes. Whether it's a cop or a customs officer, they all need evidence. If a link in the chain of evidence is missing, it becomes a dead end, and the O-Division cops will have no choice but to release the person.

The Wen family couldn't find Black Tiger, but someone else could—Handsome Sheng.

After much thought, I still think that Handsome Sheng is the most considerate. He's also lucky. When doing business, you can't choose a lousy or unlucky business partner.

Prevent future troubles! ???
Wen Tianxin naturally understood who this potential trouble was referring to! He suddenly felt a little scared. It was only natural for Tian Chuanzai to bite him, since he was the one who had made a mistake and done something stupid!
Zhou Miaoyun later scolded him, saying that if you do bad things, how can you put the stolen goods on your own property! You don't think at all. Even if you want to put them away, you should transfer the company, move the registered company to Africa or South America, and find a scapegoat to be the boss.

After the truth comes out, even if the police and customs officers come to cause trouble, you have nothing to say, because the truth of the matter and the truth of the law are two different things and cannot be confused.

Since they cannot be lumped together, this gives everyone room to maneuver.

It's because of my own stupidity that I caused such a huge commotion and built such a big plane!

But his father's actions also made Wen Tianxin a little scared. Today, for the sake of the Wen family, he had to sacrifice Tian Chuanzi without hesitation. Wouldn't such a black pot fall on his own head one day?
However, now is not the time to say such things, but I must be extra careful!
There were some things that Wen Tianxin didn't know, and Wen Hailiang, as the father, couldn't say anything for the sake of his reputation. He didn't notice his son's reaction, but patiently explained to his eldest son any precautions he might encounter.

Zhuang Lu arrived quickly. He talked with Wen Hailiang, learned the cause and effect, and immediately came up with a solution.

It's called a response plan, but it's really just a matter of reacting to each move as it comes, and responding to all changes with a static approach!
Having obtained the arrest warrant personally signed by the Chief Executive, Guo Guohao and Tao Huamei rushed to BMW Hill. As soon as the car was parked, the Criminal Intelligence Bureau and the O-Division's hidden operatives all stepped out and waited in front of Guo Guohao's BMW.

"The top leader has given his approval, and the patriarch has signed it. Everyone, get moving!"

"The target, Wen Tianxin, is just a suspect. Everyone, please be more polite. The Wen family is the head of the household and donates to the police station every year. If you act too roughly, the Wen family will definitely complain to the Public Relations Department. Your foreign superiors won't stand up for you."

Don't make trouble for yourself!

"Follow official procedures!"

Guo Guohao gave some instructions, then handed the arrest warrant to Huoji: "Huoji, you're going to lead the charge this time. Peach Blossom, you stay here with me and wait for the people who are going to lock up the building!"

Of course, they should wear military uniforms when charging into battle, since they have no future anyway.

Inspectors are different. Even if an inspector works for many years and receives commendations, he can still become a chief inspector when he retires and receive a pension of five or six hundred thousand dollars.

The uniform protects the uniform, the officer protects the officer.

Huoji knew that Guo Guohao was protecting Taohua Mei, but he wasn't bothered at all, because it was an opportunity to show his face. He went in to arrest the criminal suspect, and according to the unspoken rules, he would be the one to give the interview later.

He has collected all his personal commendations and has also completed adult post-secondary education at Shue Yan College, obtaining a diploma in psychology. Although he did not receive a degree certificate, the police station recognizes this diploma, but it is considered a second-class degree.

But he didn't stop there. He also enrolled in the adult overseas cooperation program of the University of the Invasion Society and the criminal psychology course at the University of British Columbia in Canada. As long as he got three A's, he could get a master's degree.

These adult education programs cost him most of his savings, all in the pursuit of a promotion and a raise.

Lighter needs a letter of recommendation, especially from his direct superior. Peach Girl is undoubtedly good, but her influence isn't enough. However, if you can get a letter of recommendation from Inspector Kwok, you're guaranteed to participate in the promotion exam.

A crisis can be an opportunity; what is honey to one may be poison to another. Everyone has their own way of living.

"Yes, sir!"

Lighter gave a proper salute and then signaled to the O-Division officers to arrest Wen Tianxin.

Guo Guohao waved his hand, signaling Tao Hua Mei to follow. The two of them hid inside the command vehicle, giving Huoji all the opportunities to be seen.

Bai Fengxian, who was in the command vehicle, greeted Guo Guohao and Tao Huamei when they arrived. She took out two binoculars that she had prepared in advance and handed them to the two of them. She also opened the window so that the two of them could see more clearly.

“Peach Blossom Girl, after the holiday, White Sir will be transferred to the Organized Crime and Triad Bureau. I personally applied for her and she will be in the same group as Ding Gou. She will be in charge of the second squad.”

"Any anger we had before can be wiped away like chalk writing!"

"On the evening of the seventh day of the Lunar New Year, I'll set up a few tables at the Lotus Pavilion, firstly to reward the brothers for their hard work throughout the year, and secondly to welcome Inspector Bai back!"

Guo Guohao was aware that Peach Blossom Girl had previously clashed with Bai Fengxian, and he even actively encouraged it, as this was a common practice among police officers.

Even if they come from the intelligence department or the criminal intelligence department, once they leave the intelligence department or the criminal intelligence department and become a frontline worker, they will turn their guns on those intelligence departments.

Without exception!

The intricacies of this matter cannot be explained openly, because they are difficult to articulate!

"It was my fault before. From now on, please be more lenient with me when we stew shiitake mushrooms in the same pot!"

"At the banquet on the seventh day of the Lunar New Year, I will definitely offer a toast to apologize in front of everyone!"

Peach Blossom Girl, who came from a wealthy family, knew the rules of social interaction. She stepped forward to give the superior face and to give Bai Fengxian a way out.

"You're too kind! We're just discussing the issue, not the person, there's no need for such formalities!"

"The gate is open!"

Bai Fengxian exchanged some polite words, but it felt awkward no matter what she said, so she directly steered the conversation to the topic of arrest.

The three of them looked in unison toward the gate of the Wen family mansion to observe the actual situation.

The Wen family had made all the necessary preparations. The doorman opened the gate and invited the O-Division agents in.

Seeing this, the seasoned veteran, Huoji, immediately realized that someone had tipped off the Wen family. It seemed that someone was backing the Wen family, so he had to keep a low profile. He restrained his arrogance and followed the gatekeeper into the Wen family mansion.

Wen Hailiang, Wen Tianxin, and Zhuang Lu were sitting in the lobby when they saw the Organized Crime and Triad Bureau (OCTB) officers walk in, and they all stood up.

"Mr. Wen Tianxin, I am Police Officer Xu Yan, badge number PG07475. This is my identification!"

Huoji picked up the ID card hanging around his neck and held it up in front of Wen Hailiang, Wen Tianxin, and Zhuang Lu.

“I now suspect that you have committed the crime of illegal business operations under Article [5] of the Triad Members Organization Law, and I am going to formally arrest you in accordance with the law.”

You have the right to remain silent and not answer any questions. If you choose to speak, everything you say may be recorded and could be used as evidence against you in court.

You have the right to contact a lawyer as soon as possible after being arrested. If you cannot afford legal fees, the law can provide you with a free lawyer. Do you understand your rights?

Miranda warnings have become a cornerstone of European and American law and are a familiar phrase among police officers.

After reading the arrest warrant aloud, he took it out of his shirt pocket, opened it, and handed it to Wen Tianxin.

Although he already knew he was going to be arrested, Wen Tianxin's hands still trembled a few times when he received the arrest warrant. However, he tried his best to maintain his dignity. A person lives for their reputation, just as a tree lives for its bark. If he lost his dignity, even if he escaped without being found guilty, he would still suffer a slow death.

He maintained his composure and handed the arrest warrant to Lawyer Zhuang beside him.

After receiving the arrest warrant, Attorney Zhuang examined it carefully. When he saw the Chief Justice's signature, he knew he couldn't do anything to change it unless he wanted to quit the legal profession.

The first lesson for every newly hired lawyer when working as an assistant is to memorize the handwriting of the senior officials in Hong Kong's courts. Law firms even invite handwriting experts to give secret lessons, teaching assistants how to distinguish between genuine and fake handwriting.

The handwriting is genuine! That means the Chief Secretary has accepted the evidence in the Organized Crime and Triad Bureau's (OCTB) possession! "I am Mr. Wen Tianxin's lawyer!"

Attorney Zhuang looked towards the main entrance, where his senior partner, barrister Liang Youren, also entered the hall. This barrister had also served as a high-ranking official.

In Hong Kong, the transition between barrister and patriarch is not too complicated; in fact, the Department of Justice encourages criminal barristers to take on the role of patriarch.

"This is Attorney Liang Youren! He's also Wen Tianxin's lawyer!" Attorney Zhuang introduced Liang Youren to Huoji.

Liang Youren is a well-known barrister with a prestigious reputation in the legal field. He is not someone that Huoji, an ordinary military uniform man with no powerful connections, can afford to offend. Huoji quickly extended his hand and shook hands with Liang Youren.

"Excuse me, sir, I'm the lawyer representing the case. May I inquire about the progress of the case?"

Liang Youren greeted the lighter with a smile, asked his assistant to take out a business card, and then handed it to the lighter with both hands.

"Mr. Liang, don't make things difficult for us errand runners!"

“New evidence has emerged. Someone has taken photos of Wen Sheng meeting with Hei A Hu, and there is even evidence of a transaction.”

Lighter put the business card away, saying that he shouldn't leak information, but he still revealed some of the actual situation, which was a way of giving Liang Youren face.

Top lawyers don't lack clients, so they don't hand out business cards indiscriminately. A business card represents a relationship, and everyone knows how it will be used afterward.

"Thank you!"

"Mr. Wen is a public figure and needs to save face. Could you do me a favor?"

Liang Youren kept the information revealed by Huoji in mind. Seeing that Huoji was being accommodating, he immediately followed the clues and tried to secure favorable conditions for Wen Tianxin.

"You can wear it with clothes, but you absolutely must wear twin leaves! No discussion!"

Putting him in handcuffs was something Guo Guohao had instructed him to do. He was just a plainclothes soldier, so there was no way to change his uniform. He could only offer him a small favor.

"Thank you! I'll keep it in mind!"

Liang Youren knew when to advance and when to retreat. He nodded, indicating that he would remember this kindness.

Seeing that there were no problems with the arrest warrant, Wen Tianxin signed it. Huoji took his twin clasps from his waist and put them on Wen Tianxin, but not tightly, leaving plenty of room for maneuver.

This kind of rich young master has no way of opening the twin leaves, nor will he run away.

The maid standing to the side quickly covered her hands with a thin cashmere coat to hide her embarrassment.

"Wen Sheng, Liang Sheng, Zhuang Sheng, it's almost time. We can leave now!"

"Let's get this over with before anyone gets wind of it. If the paparazzi show up, things will get really serious!"

Huoji glanced at his watch and, seeing that it was almost time, ordered his men to come forward and flank Wen Tianxin from both sides, preparing to leave with him.

"Tianxin, don't worry, everything will be alright!"

Wen Hailiang, who had remained silent until now, stood up, offered a word of comfort to Wen Tianxin, and then looked at the lighter: "Sir, please take care of us. The Wen family will be eternally grateful!"

Huoji and Wen Tianxin both nodded and then walked out of the hall.

As soon as the group walked out of the Wen family mansion, they immediately sensed something was wrong. The street opposite the main gate was packed with paparazzi, with more than a dozen cameras and video recorders set up. As soon as they saw someone come out, they all started snapping photos.

Even in broad daylight, Wen Tianxin was blinded by the flashes of light, but his hands were being held down by the twin leaves, so he couldn't shield his eyes and could only close them to avoid the flashes.

"Mr. Wen Tianxin, rumors are spreading like wildfire that you are the Hong Kong head and leader of the Nanmen Group, Asia's largest smuggling operation targeting internationally protected animals. How do you respond to this?"

“Mr. Wen, I heard that you and Hei A-hu, the boss of the water house, are sworn brothers. Your father, Da Wen Sheng, also has a very good relationship with Hei A-hu. He is Da Wen Sheng’s godson. For the sake of the Wen family, Hei A-hu took a risky move and threw a Molotov cocktail, burning down Warehouse No. 15 at Wan Chai Pier.”

"There are also rumors circulating that you, Mr. Wen, are the biggest pork supplier in Hong Kong!"

"Wen Sheng! Wen Sheng! Will you respond to these rumors?"

"Wen Sheng! Wen Sheng! Some people say that you framed your younger brother in order to seize the family property. Your arrest this time is because your younger brother turned against you and implicated you. Is this true?"

Sir Zhou's grandson-in-law, the heir to the Wen family, and the tycoon of a real estate company valued at hundreds of millions! Brothers turned against each other!
Any one of these long list of titles and reasons would be enough to make headlines in a newspaper.

Paparazzi from major entertainment newspapers, TVB, RTV, and even the now-defunct CTV all sent reporters to broadcast the news.

It's all thanks to Boogie that so many people were able to gather. He's already built up relationships with these reporters in order to promote his artists. As long as he gets a red seal (a symbol of approval), these paparazzi will help him out.

Besides, everyone is free during the New Year holiday and is hoping to see some juicy gossip!
Sitting in the command vehicle, Guo Guohao saw the commotion at the entrance of the Wen family mansion and sneered inwardly. He immediately picked up the walkie-talkie and said, "Lighter, have someone take Wen Tianxin away. Don't let him issue a statement."

"Hold a short press conference and be vague about what you say, and the paparazzi will make a fuss about it!"

After saying that, he threw the object onto the table, picked up his binoculars again, and continued watching the spectacle.

Sitting to the side, Bai Fengxian noticed something was amiss. Guo Guohao wasn't acting in a businesslike manner; he seemed intent on bringing down the Wen family!

Upon hearing the order through his earpiece, Huoji immediately had his men take Wen Tianxin away. Without giving Wen Tianxin a chance to speak, he addressed the excited media with righteous indignation: "The questions from our media friends are very relevant."

"But until the Lord has made a judgment, all of this is baseless!"

"The O-Division arrested Mr. Wen Tianxin simply because the O-Division and Guan Lou had obtained new evidence and made the arrest in accordance with the Triad Investigation Act."

"The police will hold a special press conference to explain the situation. After all, the drug case at Taikoo Wharf involved several tons of drugs, which could very well be the biggest drug case in Hong Kong!"

The seasoned fox, Lighter, spoke with great skill, saying that Wen Tianxin was arrested because of the Triad Investigation Act. Since it was related to the Triad Investigation Act, it could be concluded that he was a member of the Triads or their financial backer.

Big bosses in Hong Kong are very wary of being associated with this name. Once you are, the cops can freeze your account funds anytime, anywhere, because the cops have already determined that you are a behind-the-scenes supporter of the triads. If they send the application to the big boss, the big boss will approve it.

If you are legally associated with the Triads, your reputation will be tarnished, and you will no longer be able to operate in the business world!
Because your methods are not clever, your mind is not sharp, and your network of connections is only so-so, your legitimate partners will leave, and those who gather around you are all heartless scoundrels, waiting to devour you.

This bucket of dirty water has been poured squarely onto the prestigious reputation of the Wen family!
When Liang Youren and Zhuang Lu arrived later, they were stunned by the scene at the gate and after hearing Huoji's words. They dared not speak. Those who could become top lawyers were not ordinary people. They all knew in their hearts that the Wen family was definitely involved and was very likely the landlord.

Speaking out against it now is gambling with your future career. You're just after money; there's no need to be tied to one thing.

They all chose to remain silent, refused interviews, got into their respective cars, and left with the police.

Liu Wenfeng stood by the roadside, having watched the whole show. The scene was exactly the same—a second round! Breaking down the door to arrest people, paparazzi creating a stir—no matter what happened later, he first threw mud at them. After watching the spectacle, he walked to the command vehicle and knocked on the door.

Peach Blossom Girl, who was closest to the door, opened the car door. Upon seeing Liu Wenfeng, she immediately introduced him to Guo Guohao and Bai Fengxian.

"Hello, Inspector Kwok. The Department of Justice has ordered that Wan Tin-sum be transferred to the detention center. This is the warrant!"

Liu Wenfeng arrived late because of this document and warrant, which he handed to Tao Hua Mei.

Guo Guohao took the document and the warrant, glanced at its contents, and realized that the Department of Justice was his superior. Even if Shapison were present, he couldn't refute it. He looked at Peach Blossom Girl and nodded to his subordinate.

Peach Blossom Girl took out her walkie-talkie from her pocket and notified Lighter, who had left, to change course and go to Guanlou instead.

BBC cameraman Johnson remained silent, simply recording everything that happened in front of the Wen family's gate. He was a Hong Kong native who spoke both Cantonese and English. He had trained at a TVB training program for three months and became a qualified cameraman and editor.

TVB's artist training program is very famous, but TVB's training programs are not limited to artists. They also include screenwriters, directors, cinematographers, prop masters, and so on. TVB has training programs for everything related to film and television.

Hong Kong cinema has declined somewhat and doesn't need many film and television professionals anymore, but TVB still holds training courses on schedule because the golden age of television has arrived.

The North American television industry faced resistance from veteran filmmakers because of the trust law, which prevented Hollywood movie moguls from entering the television industry, with the exception of Disney, which is not a film company but an amusement park company.

But this problem didn't exist in Hong Kong at all, because the British government didn't have a trust law yet, so Hong Kong didn't have a trust law, and Uncle Shaw seamlessly transitioned to the television industry, continuing to shine.

The number of people needed by television stations and film companies is not on the same level. As long as you join TVB's training class and graduate successfully, you can find a high-paying job, which is already very fortunate for Hong Kong now.

If there's a righteous path to follow, of course you should follow it. Why would you choose to become a gangster instead of following the righteous path?

A person who speaks English and Cantonese, is a local, has a degree from a church university, and can drive a car and a motorcycle—this is exactly the kind of talent that major international newspapers need.

Unlike his colleagues, Johnson didn't put away his camera and video camera. He wanted to shoot some outdoor scenes and capture more establishing shots for later use.

"Excuse me, are you Mr. Johnson?"

(End of this chapter)