A century-old wealthy family that rose from Shanghai

Chapter 197 Kidnapping
In a Kong family villa in Shanghai, the "Eight Beauties from China and the West" gathered together for a party.

Zhongxi Girls' High School is an aristocratic school that has produced many famous people throughout history, including the three Soong sisters and Zhao Yidi.

The students there were either rich or noble, and Kong Lingyi, Yan Renmei, Zhang Hanfen, Shen Youfen, Huang Huibao, Tang Minzhen, Lin Ying and other eight people also formed the "Eight Sisters Group" and often went on picnics and attended dances together.

Eight people gathered at the Kong family villa today, but Kong Xiangxi and Miss Song were not at home.

The Kong family has many villas in Shanghai. Although they may not live in every villa, they definitely have servants in every villa.

As Bamei was chatting, Shen Youfen, the granddaughter of the Dongting Lake Xi family, suddenly asked, "By the way, Renmei, how is your marriage with Chen Guangliang going?"

Although they had only met once, Shen Youfen had a crush on Chen Guangliang. Not only was he young and talented, but he was also very handsome. As for now, Chen Guangliang's name was even more well-known in Shanghai.

As soon as Shen Youfen finished speaking, everyone started gossiping and chattering with questions.

Even Kong Lingyi felt envious at this moment. She didn't like the powerful, but she liked talented and handsome people.

Although she had never met Chen Guangliang, the sisters who had heard of him all said that he was very handsome and talented.

In the past, Yan Renmei would definitely be unhappy about this topic, but now she said shyly: "We will be engaged next month."

Boom, the atmosphere at the scene is even more incredible.

Kong Lingyi was shocked and said, "Renmei, aren't you very opposed to this marriage? And don't you consider going to college?"

"Objection?" Zhang Hanfen said with a smile, "Sister Kong, you know that Chen Guangliang is still young, yet he has tens of millions of dollars in wealth. He is a well-known Shanghai tycoon in real estate, bidding, newspapers, and industry. What's more, he is an economic expert. Some time ago, he shocked the entire Chinese industry with an article about the Huaxia Sugar Industry. He is currently the youngest member of the National Finance Committee of the Nationalist Government. He is wealthy, talented, and handsome. Sister Yan can't wait to like him!"

Everyone laughed!

Although they were a little jealous, they undoubtedly acknowledged what Zhang Hanfen said and could not refute it.

Yan Renmei said with a sweet feeling in her heart: "We are just getting engaged first. He is very supportive of my studies!"

Zhang Hanfen said in surprise: "Renmei, you are so lucky. Such an outstanding man is so open-minded!"

She also had a good impression of Chen Guangliang when they first met.

Only then did Kong Lingyi say, "Judging from Chen Guangliang's articles, he is indeed a very open-minded person, not a feudal person."

Only Huang Huibao was eclipsed. She had once looked down on Chen Guangliang, but now he was a figure she looked up to. Her father was being oppressed by the "Three Big Gangsters," and the entire family was in jeopardy.

Yan Renmei was a little surprised that none of the sisters raised any objections today. Instead, everyone had envy on their faces. In the past, everyone would have been disgusted by this "semi-feudal marriage."

Only at this moment did she realize how influential Chen Guangliang was in Shanghai and how talented he was.

Yuyuan Road, the headquarters of Changjiang Motors.

Two cars drove up and the door was quickly opened by the bodyguards. Then Chen Guangliang got out of the car. All the bodyguards in training stopped and saluted him.

This is not only the headquarters of Changjiang Car Dealership, but also the secret base of the "Golden Eagle Security Company", which adopts military training.

The high walls around it isolate it from everything outside. Usually, many bodyguards receive basic training here.

As for the maintenance of Changjiang Motors, it has been moved to the Fangualong base, and only a few head office staff work here.

Chen Guangliang nodded to everyone and then walked into the office, followed by Zhou Xinggao and Lin Feng.

"Boss, we did find someone following your convoy. I'm afraid that some gangsters have targeted you and your family!" Zhou Xinggao said with a serious expression.

To be honest, it was the boss who discovered the clues, which made them feel ashamed.

Little did people know that because Chen Guangliang had an excellent memory and reaction ability, he was more likely to notice abnormalities in the things around him.

Chen Guangliang sat in his seat and said calmly: "As expected."

Do you really think his gun doesn't roar!

Zhou Xinggao quickly said, "In fact, since the assassination of HSBC comprador Xi Lusheng at the end of last year, we have strengthened the security of the old lady and the second young master. Now I think we should continue to increase the number of bodyguards."

Although Chen Guangliang is now "rich, powerful and famous", and gang members are wary of him, the desperate bandits don't care about that.

Since the end of last year, HSBC comprador Xi Lusheng was accidentally killed in a gunfight when he was kidnapped by bandits, which also served as a reminder for Chen Guangliang's security.

Xi Lusheng was the grandson of Xi Zhengfu, the first comprador of HSBC. After his death in 1904, he was succeeded by his eldest son Xi Ligong, who in turn passed the position to his son Xi Lusheng. It was not until Xi Lusheng was shot dead by kidnappers that someone with another surname succeeded him.

The Xi family had been compradors for HSBC for three generations and had accumulated considerable wealth. Because they were from Dongshan, Dongting, Suzhou, they were also known as the "Dongting Xi Family." When Chen Guangliang first met Shen Youfen, her mother was from the Xi family.

"Um"

Anyway, 'Golden Eagle Security' already has thirty official bodyguards, as well as a large number of non-staff personnel (property security, spies among coachmen, etc.).

Zhou Xinggao continued, "Regarding your security, we've also beefed up ours. We have six bodyguards plus two bodyguards serving as drivers, all wearing Continental brand rifles and equipped with bulletproof vests. Additionally, we've increased internal security checks to prevent any collusion between the criminals."

Chen Guangliang also took out his own M1906 pocket pistol. This thing is not as long as his palm, and it weighs only 400 grams when loaded with bullets, making it very convenient to carry.

"Always being passively defensive isn't a solution. Besides, any criminal who dares to target me must be a true desperado or someone with connections. If we can lure them out and eliminate them, we'll be done with them once and for all. So, don't drive that Ford security car for now. Go to the taxi company and borrow two taxis. One in front and one behind us, follow for a while to divert their attention."

Zhou Xinggao hesitated for a moment when he heard this, and then said, "If the criminals see our tight security, they might escape unscathed without a direct confrontation and putting you in danger."

The classic motto of security companies is to prevent problems before they occur, rather than confront them head-on.

Chen Guangliang waved his hand and said, "It's okay. I've experienced all kinds of storms and waves, and everyone doesn't need to be too nervous."

"Ok"

After Zhou Xinggao and Lin Feng left, Chen Guangliang leaned back in his chair and began to think.

Logically speaking, Chen Guangliang is "rich, powerful and famous", and the local gangs have no reason to touch him, which means he may be an even more vicious and cruel gangster.

Ordinary wealthy businessmen, at most, are rich and are the ideal kidnapping targets for criminals.

But Chen Guangliang is different. He is very famous in society. Not only does he own the Oriental Daily News, a powerful opinion tool, he is also an "economic celebrity" himself. In addition, Chen Guangliang started his business in the car dealership and can be regarded as a "gangster" himself, and has made some friends in the Green Gang.

The fact that there are still people targeting him now fully proves one thing - he is too rich, and his wealth was 'suddenly acquired (in real estate and finance)', which makes some criminals particularly jealous.

Other tycoons are rich because their assets have been accumulated over decades, but Chen Guangliang's wealth was accumulated over several years.

Of course, for a desperado, he can kidnap anyone, even Huang Jinrong. His daughter-in-law and Du Yuesheng spent forty-nine gold bars and his daughter-in-law's jewelry to get her back.

"Never mind. I've died once. What's the point of being afraid?" Chen Guangliang muttered.

The M1906 in his hand also gave him some confidence, and the bodyguards he usually followed were all armed, with sufficient firepower. As for the level of these bodyguards, they were naturally very high, otherwise why would he spend so much money?

After a while, He Xiangdong also walked in.

"Boss" "Yeah"

Afterwards, He Xiangdong reported on some work, including matters related to the Changjiang Car Dealership and the Jierui Coal Briquette Factory. Everything was in order.

"How is Guangcong performing?" Chen Guangliang asked with concern.

During the summer vacation, Chen Guangliang arranged for his younger brother Chen Guangcong to work in a car dealership to develop his abilities.

He Xiangdong said impartially: "He is well behaved, his personality has become more cheerful, and he has made progress!"

Chen Guangliang nodded and said, "As long as there is progress, it's fine."

I don't expect this younger brother to be very capable, I just hope he can do something.

three days later.

At around 8 o'clock in the morning, Chen Guangliang drove a Chevrolet to the Changjiang Real Estate office building on Jing'an Temple Road (Nanjing West Road).

The car had just stopped and Lin Feng was about to go out to open the door when he suddenly realized something was wrong.

"Drive, something's happening!"

In a flash, several strong men came to their car and prepared to open the door.

Fortunately, the driver was also a bodyguard and was well-trained, so he started the car immediately.

Seeing this, several strong men immediately took out their pistols and prepared to threaten the people in the car to surrender.

Little did they know that the taxis in front and behind each other pulled out several pistols and started firing.

This may be the worst kidnapping case in history. It's not that the kidnappers are not smart enough, but Chen Guangliang's keen attention. He noticed something unusual some time ago and arranged his security closely.

The kidnappers never dreamed that the taxi a short distance away was actually Chen Guangliang's security guards, both in front and behind.

When Chen Guangliang's car restarted, the bodyguard noticed something was wrong, and when the kidnapper pulled out a pistol, he was shot from the front and back.

"There was an ambush"

Several of the six strong men were shot, but they were clearly well-trained, at least military-level. They immediately found cover and began firing back at the three vehicles.

The Chevrolet was not a bulletproof car, and the bullets made a rattling sound, and the driver was also hit.

"Bulletproof Vest" Lin Feng reminded the boss, then took the initiative to open the door of the moving car, rolled out of the car to fight back, and did not forget to close the door.

The crowds around had already been frightened and fled in all directions, and the surroundings were in chaos.

"Brother, tough guy, hurry up."

When these words were heard outside, Chen Guangliang's sensitive hearing once again helped him seize the best opportunity.

He decisively opened the other door, holding his bulletproof vest as a shield in one hand and a small pistol in the other.

At this time, three kidnappers had fallen outside, and the remaining three tough kidnappers were coordinating the retreat, firing back at the taxis on both sides, and shooting at Lin Feng at the same time.

When Chen Guangliang opened the car door, there was a car blocking the view, and he was very calm.

"bump"

Chen Guangliang raised his hand and fired a shot, hitting one of the kidnappers in the face and knocking him down.

The two kidnappers fled in two directions without saying a word, not forgetting to look back and shoot again.

But they could not imagine that the big boss Chen Guangliang would personally participate in the pursuit.

When one kidnapper raised his hand to fire again, Chen Guangliang shot him again, and another one fell down.

After a while, when the patrol police arrived, Chen Guangliang had already returned to the car.

"Immediately arrange a car to take them to the hospital"

"Yes"

It turned out that Chen Guangliang's driver, Lin Feng, and a bodyguard in the taxi were all shot, but none of the wounds were fatal. The wounds were in the arm, thigh, and shoulder.

Several patrolmen were trying to stop him, but Chen Guangliang immediately said, "I'm Chen Guangliang, the owner of Changjiang Real Estate and Oriental Newspapers. They are my bodyguards. If there are any problems, I will communicate with your police station."

"Hello, Mr. Chen. I'm Deputy Inspector Feng Zhiming. I'd like to ask you what happened!" A thirty-year-old patrolman immediately asked as if he was facing a great enemy.

It’s Chen Guangliang. If he died here today, it would be a big deal in Shanghai!
Chen Guangliang nodded and said, "Inspector Feng, I came to work at Changjiang Real Estate today. As soon as my car stopped, five or six kidnappers were about to open my door. Fortunately, my bodyguards were alert and started the car again. Also, these two taxis in front and behind are bodyguards I prepared in advance because I recently discovered someone was following me."

The police looked at each other in bewilderment. They had brought five or six desperate criminals to kidnap you, but not only did none of them escape, you killed them all.

At this moment.

A policeman ran up and said, "Deputy Inspector Feng, there are still two people alive!"

Upon hearing this, Chen Guangliang immediately took charge and said, "Send them to the best hospital immediately. I'll pay for it, and we must keep them alive. Quick!"

When Feng Zhiming heard this, he hurriedly said, "Do as Mr. Chen says!"

It turned out that Chen Guangliang was also worried that there was someone behind the scenes, so he planned to dig deeper.

The next day.

Oriental Daily published a breaking news story: Yesterday, a group of desperate criminals attempted to kidnap Mr. Chen Guangliang and engaged in a shootout with his bodyguards. The exchange of fire left four of the criminals dead and two seriously injured, and three of Mr. Chen's bodyguards seriously injured. Afterward, Mr. Chen commissioned a lawyer to issue a reward: anyone who provides information on the kidnappers or the mastermind behind the kidnappings will receive 2 to 5 yuan, and he will not be held responsible for any involvement.

As soon as the news came out, the whole of Shanghai was in turmoil.

"Oh my god, Mr. Chen Guangliang was almost kidnapped! Shanghai is getting more and more chaotic!"

"Fortunately, Mr. Chen Guangliang is fine. However, Mr. Chen Guangliang's bodyguards were also very powerful. They killed four kidnappers and injured two."

"The most powerful thing is this bounty. We've already caught two people. If they voluntarily confess, can't we get tens of thousands of dollars?"

"Oh, it seems so. And Mr. Chen is not pursuing the responsibility of participation. Is that a good thing?"

"Bullshit, I think Mr. Chen wants to know the person behind the plot, not just simple information."

"That's right, could it be that someone is really planning a kidnapping? It seems like this is about to start!"

(End of this chapter)