Hong Kong film: Refusing to go undercover, the policeman's path to becoming the richest man.

Chapter 40 Bloodstained Streets

He Chu said earnestly, "Everyone needs to have their own place in the world."

"When you're on the right path, you must stay true to your role and not arouse suspicion."

He Jiaju was taken aback.

position?

He Chu pointed at Luo Zhiming and said, "A Luo's role is that of a free-spirited and unrestrained wanderer."

He was already tired of the conflicts in the underworld, and he stayed at Xinliansheng only because a few of his brothers were still there.

"And you, your identity is that of the most loyal henchman of the Calculator."

"I'd risk my life for the boss, without hesitation."

"Once you do something that doesn't fit this identity, trouble will follow."

He Jiaju's heart skipped a beat.

He Chu added, "A Luo brought you to see me today because he had already spoken to Suan Bao beforehand."

"Otherwise, do you think he would dare to bring just anyone into his home?"

Cold sweat seeped from He Jiaju's back. He lowered his head and said sincerely, "Brother Chu, thank you for your guidance."

He finally understood.

The so-called "positioning" is, simply put, how others perceive you—what kind of person you are and how you act.

Why do some undercover agents get exposed?

It's because their behavior doesn't match their usual personality.

For example, if a person who is usually cautious suddenly becomes impulsive and reckless, everyone would feel that something is wrong.

At this moment, He Jiaju looked at He Chu with eyes full of admiration.

Those words just now made him feel enlightened.

If I had known this would happen, I should have started working for Brother Chu sooner.

The success rate is many times higher.

It is no accident that he was able to secure the position of inspector at such a young age.

This person is someone I should learn from.

He said sincerely, "Officer Ho, what you said really hit the nail on the head."

He Chu smiled faintly: "A person's nature is hard to change. Unless they encounter a major upheaval, they will not be easily swayed."

"Lin Yaochang is a man of great loyalty and righteousness, and the successor he chooses must also be someone who values ​​loyalty and righteousness."

"Who else could it be but Alo?"

Ho Ka-kui couldn't help but ask, "Who will Brother Cheung ultimately choose?"

He Chu shrugged: "Isn't the answer obvious?"

He Jiaju swallowed hard, turned to look at Luo Zhiming, and said with a wry smile, "Brother Luo, why do I always feel like a greenhorn in front of Brother Chu?"

Luo Zhiming sighed: "I'm used to it."

Then he turned to He Chu, "Ah Chu, stop keeping me in suspense and just tell me."

He Chu stopped beating around the bush: "Lin Yaochang's successors can only be four people: A Luo, Huihuang, Suanbao, and A Tian."

"Ah Luo has made it clear that he will not run, so there are only three left."

"Huihuang is loyal, but he's single-minded and reckless."

"How could Brother Chang possibly hand over Xinliansheng to him?"

"Without outsiders even lifting a finger, things have already fallen apart at home."

"Therefore, the only ones who are truly qualified are Suanbao and Atian."

Luo Zhiming and He Jiaju exchanged a glance, both agreeing that it made perfect sense.

"Neither of them are easy to deal with."

"One is a 'calculator,' skilled in scheming; the other manages the gang's flour business and is very wealthy."

"Someone with less experience wouldn't be able to handle the situation at all."

"But there are still fundamental differences between them."

"One relies on traditional gang tactics, while the other is deeply involved in the drug trade."

"so----"

Luo Zhiming immediately chimed in, "In the end, it will be scheming to rise to power!"

Ho Ka-kui's eyes widened instantly!

After a long pause, he was still somewhat bewildered: "Brother Chu, of course I'm happy that my boss has become the leader."

"But the question is, what makes him think he can win?"

"Ah Tim controls the flour business and is the most powerful in the gang, with many subordinates."

"My boss can't compare."

He Chu waved his hand: "The accounts can't be settled like that."

"If we're talking about sheer power, no one can beat Ah Tian."

"But Lin Yaochang wants to choose someone he can entrust with his life, someone he can approve of."

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"It's a pity that Ah Tian was eliminated a long time ago."

Ho Ka-kui was even more confused: "Why?"

He Chu shrugged: "Didn't you guys mention this before? Brother Chang has always been against Ah Tian getting involved in the drug business, but he just won't listen."

"Even the most magnanimous person would not hand over the country to a disobedient person."

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"This is neither logical nor human."

"So, in the end, there's only one left—Suan Bao."

He Chu looked around at the two of them: "Any objections?"

Luo Zhiming and He Jiaju exchanged a glance and shook their heads in unison.

If you still don't understand after all this, then you're truly a fool.

Luo Zhiming nodded slowly: "This is indeed like Brother Chang's style."

Ho Ka-kui could no longer contain his shock: "So, I'm about to become the next leader's top confidant?"

"My God, this situation has taken an absolutely unexpected turn!"

He Chu coldly splashed a bucket of water on him: "Don't get too cocky."

"The chaos at Xinliansheng has only just begun."

Luo Zhiming and He Jiaju were both stunned, exchanging bewildered glances, completely baffled as to why Xinliansheng had suddenly run into trouble. He Chu looked at them and asked softly, "Can't figure it out?"

Both of them shook their heads.

He Chu slowly spoke: "Between A Tian and Suan Bao, anyone with a conscience would support Suan Bao."

"But don't forget,"

"The position of leader isn't something you can simply hold by sitting down."

"If you can't control people and keep the situation in check, things will naturally fall into chaos."

"it is a pity."

"Suanbao isn't like A Luo; he can't control those old hands."

Luo Zhiming's heart skipped a beat, and he blurted out, "You mean Ah Tian will turn on us?"

He Chu countered, "Wouldn't he flip it over?"

His tone was as cold as ice.

"Lin Yaochang is his boss. He might not even listen to everything Brother Chang says, so how could he possibly submit to a 'bully'?"

"When Brother Chang was in power, at least he could keep him in check."

"Once he retires, who will be able to control Ah Tian?"

"You say he has the most power, the largest territory, and the most money. Would he willingly take orders from someone weaker than himself?"

"Don't you know what kind of people those are in the club?"

Luo Zhiming froze on the spot.

He Chu added casually, "Go back and prepare, things are about to change at Xinliansheng."

Luo Zhiming and He Jiaju looked at each other, unable to utter a single word.

Although He Chu didn't assign them any specific tasks, the meaning was clear: keep a low profile and don't stand out.

The two remained somewhat skeptical: "Is there really going to be internal strife?"

Looking around, Xinliansheng appears calm and peaceful, with a harmonious atmosphere.

The days passed by.

Finally, Lin Yaochang officially announced his resignation, and Suan Baofa took over as the leader.

Lok Chi-ming and Ho Ka-kui had always had a good relationship with Suen Po, and at first they were happy for him.

But at that very moment, He Chu's words suddenly came to mind.

What did he say at the time?

"Success is sure he'll rise to power, but Ah Tian won't admit it, and trouble will come sooner or later."

Their eyes met, and a chill inexplicably ran through them.

On the day Suan Bao took over, he held a grand banquet at his own venue, with guests filling the house.

For someone who's been around the block, this moment is like reaching the pinnacle.

What makes him even more proud is that his wife has just found out she is pregnant and will soon become a father, which is a double blessing.

That night, I drank myself into a stupor and got completely drunk.

Luo Zhiming was preoccupied and only drank two glasses symbolically.

Suan Bao was in such high spirits that he insisted on getting Luo Zhiming drunk, patting him on the shoulder and saying, "A Luo, you're different from others."

Do you remember that time we went out to sea five years ago? I accidentally fell into the sea.

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"At that time, I thought I was going to die."

"In the underworld, everyone's minding their own business; who's going to risk their life to save you?"

"But you're different; you're clinging to me tightly."

"Even with cuts on my arms, I won't let go."

"You saved my life from the brink of death."

"No, I owe you my life."

Luo Zhiming waved his hand: "Why be so serious between brothers?"

Suan Bao shook his head seriously: "It's different, really different."

"Everyone who's in this business knows what they're doing. I know you're a sincere person."

"The forced demolition four years ago resulted in a death."

Everyone knows someone has to take the blame.

"No one else was willing to step forward, but you were the one who did in the end."

"You took the blame for Brother Chang and served a full three years in prison."

"Even Guan Yu couldn't have been more loyal and devoted than this."

Luo Zhiming quickly interrupted, "Sure thing, you're drunk."

Suanbao shook his head vigorously: "I was drunk, but everything I said was the truth."

"I'll tell you something in secret."

Luo Zhiming was taken aback: "What is it that you have to tell me in private?"

Suan grinned broadly: "I have to tell you in secret."

"Brother Chang instructed me that if everything remained stable for five years after I became the leader..."

"I'll transfer several properties under the association's name to you."

Luo Zhiming was startled: "Brother Chang said it himself?"

Suan Bao nodded and laughed, "We all know that if it weren't for you back then, Brother Chang would have been finished long ago."

"Similarly, without you, I wouldn't be alive today."

"These are all what you deserve."

Luo Zhiming remained silent for a long time, unsure how to respond.

He raised his hand to beckon Ho Ka-kui over, "Ka-kui."

He Jiaju immediately stepped forward: "Brother Luo."

Luo Zhiming whispered, "Keep an eye on your boss; he's already drunk."

"Make sure to take him home later."

"Your sister-in-law is pregnant, don't let anything go wrong."

He Jiaju responded and silently stood next to Suan Bao.

Luo Zhiming felt a tightness in his chest. He walked out of the bar, took out a pack of Marlboro cigarettes, lit one, and took two deep drags. The smoke made him feel a little dizzy.

He was a policeman, and an undercover agent infiltrating a gang.

He wants to uproot Xinliansheng completely.

But whether it was Lin Yaochang or Suan Bao, they were both completely open and honest with him.

This made Luo Zhiming feel like a stone was pressing on his heart.

The feeling was indescribable, like being torn in two—on one side was duty, on the other was affection.

After only taking two puffs of his cigarette, Suanbao pushed He Jiaju aside and staggered out, mumbling, "Ah Luo, have another round of drinks with me."

Just as Luo Zhiming was about to advise him to stop drinking, he suddenly caught a glimpse of a car speeding towards him out of the corner of his eye.

He instinctively became alert, and with just one glance, he sensed that something was wrong.

The car door suddenly sprang open, and two figures jumped out, holding short guns, and immediately started firing at Suanbao.

Bullets rained down, tearing Suanbao's body to shreds and causing him to fall to the ground instantly.

Luo Zhiming's mind exploded and he died instantly.

He was shot dead right in front of him, just a few steps away.

He stumbled over and rushed over, picking up the still-warm body, but could no longer feel a breath.

At the same time, Ho Ka-kui rushed out and froze on the spot when he saw this scene.

The two gunmen turned and ran immediately after firing, their movements swift and decisive, giving the other side no chance to react.

Luo Zhiming held Suanbao tightly, tears streaming down his face, crying like a child.

His original goal was to send the key figures of Xinliansheng to prison one by one.

But he never imagined that anyone would die.

Hong Kong Island has long abolished the death penalty; the most severe punishment is life imprisonment.

He only wanted these people to pay the price for their evil deeds, not to pay with their lives.

But now, the Calculation Explosion is gone just like that.

This was completely beyond his expectations.

He cried so hard his heart was breaking, his voice hoarse, that it saddened everyone around him.

He Jiaju stood to the side, his eyes red-rimmed, choking back tears as he pleaded, "Brother Luo, please—please don't do this."

Uncle Qian, a veteran of Xinliansheng, approached silently and sighed: "Send Suanbao to the hospital morgue."

"Sigh, this is the fate of those who wander the world."

Everyone fell silent.

Indeed, once you embark on this path, no one knows when they might end up dead in the street.

Want to live a peaceful and uneventful life until old age? Easier said than done.

Even if Master Jin retired from his criminal life in his early years, could he say that he would have a peaceful end?

The grudges accumulated over decades, like vines, entwine around his back, threatening to tighten around his neck at any moment.

Even if we assume he really has no enemies, can we guarantee he'll be safe and sound?

It's just a dream.

How many hoodlums roam the streets of Hong Kong Island every day?

What is their biggest thought?

Take down a big shot and become famous overnight.

The leaders of the underworld are like prey in the eyes of a hunter; many people want to take their heads as a reward.

Uncle Qian is right. When you're in the underworld, your life is no longer your own.

Life and death are determined by fate; no one can say for sure.

Luo Zhiming and He Jiaju took Suanbao to the morgue of a nearby hospital.

It was gloomy outside, and a large group of people stood there, all of them Suanbao's men.

The newly appointed leader was assassinated shortly after taking office.

The crowd was outraged and burning with anger.

Regardless of who started it, this is a blatant provocation.

This kind of thing must never be tolerated.

With a grim face, Luo Zhiming dialed Lin Yaochang's number and reported the situation.

On the day Suan Bao took over, Lin Yaochang only showed up to offer a toast before quietly leaving.

Having been the former leader, he was unwilling to overshadow his juniors.

Ah Tian and Huihuang also showed up, drank a few sips of wine, and then left.

Ah Tian was originally Suan Bao's opponent, but he was defeated this time, so he was naturally unhappy.

Huihuang became friends with him, and they left together.

He Jiaju's eyes were red, and he couldn't help but ask, "Brother Luo, why did you call Ah Tian?"

Uncle Qian also said coldly from the side, "Ah Tian has always been at odds with Suan Bao. Now that Suan Bao has taken over as the leader, he's the first to object."

I think he was the one who did it most likely.

Luo Zhiming's face darkened further.

"Uncle Qian, Suanbao is my brother."

Ah Tian and I also swore brotherhood before Guan Yu.

"No matter who the murderer is, we will definitely take revenge."

"But we must not do things that cause pain to our loved ones and joy to our enemies."

He Jiaju's heart skipped a beat.

He was the person at the scene who knew Luo Zhiming's identity best.

Lok Chi-ming was indeed a police officer personally confirmed by Inspector Ho Chu-ho of the West Kowloon Headquarters.

But at this moment, his expression, tone, and reaction were exactly like those of a true江湖人 (jianghu person, a person of the martial arts world), leaving no room for error.

There wasn't a single flaw.

He Jiaju suddenly understood—

Being an undercover agent doesn't necessarily require constant vigilance and meticulous planning.

Sometimes, it's enough to simply become that person completely.

No matter who comes, they can't find a single fault with it.

Just like Uncle Qian, no matter how dissatisfied or annoyed he was with Ah Tian, ​​he had to admit that Luo Zhiming's words were well-founded.

A sudden thought flashed through He Jiaju's mind—

Brother Luo is doing what he should do according to his position, so what about me? What role should I play?

His blood boiled instantly, his face flushed red, and he rushed to Luo Zhiming, his voice booming, "Brother Luo, we're men of the underworld, not cops!"

"Since when did it become our turn to investigate murder cases like the police?"

"I'm convinced of one thing—my boss was sabotaged by Ah Tian."

"I want justice for our boss!"

The previously leaderless henchmen finally found their direction and roared in unison, "We demand justice for our boss!"

Uncle Qian witnessed this scene and a hint of approval flashed in his eyes.

He Jiaju instantly understood: being an undercover agent is not about blindly enduring, but about going with the flow and playing your part well.

To put it simply, it's not that difficult!

Luo Zhiming said with a stern face, "I understand how you feel, but you have to find the right person to take revenge."

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"If we wrongly accuse our own people, we'll only make those hiding in the shadows laugh their heads off."

Ho Ka-kui wanted to argue a few more words, but the door was suddenly pushed open.

Everyone turned around and saw Ah Tian and Huihuang rushing over with a group of his men.

Ah Tian looked shocked: "What happened?"

"What about the person who leaked the information?"

His expression was extremely complex, a mixture of grief and astonishment, interspersed with a barely perceptible hint of relief.

Ho Ka-kui gritted his teeth as he watched: "With acting skills like yours, it's a waste that you're not making movies!"

He was about to step forward to stabilize the situation and fulfill his duty as a henchman when Luo Zhiming suddenly lunged forward, grabbing Ah Tian by the collar and demanding, "Ah Tian! We were sworn brothers before Guan Yu, how could you lay such a hand on me?"

As soon as these words were spoken, tensions immediately rose between the two sides, and the atmosphere instantly exploded.

Ho Ka-kui gasped – who was it that just told me to stay calm and not let my loved ones suffer while my enemies rejoice?

Why did you strike first?

Now that the bigwigs have already started making trouble, what is he still hesitating for?

Huihuang reached out to try and break up the fight, but He Jiaju stepped in front of him and said, "Brother Huihuang, it's good to let them clear things up."

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Huihuang glared at him fiercely, but ultimately said nothing more and stepped aside.

He Jiaju suddenly understood: Huihuang should not have been involved in this matter, otherwise he would have stirred up trouble long ago.

Ah Tian got impatient, broke free from Luo Zhiming's hand, and shouted, "Ah Luo! You have to speak from your conscience!"

"Suan Bao is my fellow disciple, a brother I've sworn brothers with. How could I possibly lay a hand on him?"

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Luo Zhiming glared angrily: "You've always been at odds with him. How can you be happy with him taking the top position?"

"You were unwilling to accept it, so you harbored murderous thoughts, weren't you?"

Ah Tian flew into a rage: "You can eat whatever you want, but you can't say whatever you want!"

"Why would I kill Suan Bao? Give me a reason!"

The two argued more and more fiercely, and eventually started fighting.

Seeing this, the underlings below were also eager to fight, and it looked like a full-scale war was about to break out.

In the midst of the chaos, Lin Yaochang rushed over and his shout stunned everyone: "What do you want to do? Are you going to kill each other?"

As the former leader, he still held considerable prestige, and with one hand on each side, he forcefully pulled the two apart.

He stood between Ah Tian and Luo Zhiming, his tone icy: "Aren't you going to let go?"

The two then reluctantly let go.

Lin Yaochang stared at Ah Tian, ​​his voice low but undeniable: "Was it you who orchestrated the bombing?"

Ah Tian felt uneasy under his gaze and quickly waved his hand, saying, "Boss, you know me best."

"If I want to be the leader, I will fight for it with my abilities, not with such underhanded means."

"I am indeed unhappy about Suan Bao's rise to power, but I would never send someone to kill him."

Luo Zhiming and He Jiaju exchanged a glance, both looking puzzled.

So, it seems that Ah Tian didn't kill Suan Bao?

Things started to become confusing.

Of course, we cannot completely rule out the possibility that he is lying.

Based on their understanding of Ah Tian, ​​they knew that he was foul-mouthed and had a bad temper, but he never stooped to using underhanded tricks or lying.

So who exactly did it?

Lin Yaochang nodded slightly: "I've remembered what you said."

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"But even if someone is killed in an explosion, we can't just let it go like this."

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"He's the head of Xinliansheng. We must avenge this blood debt." With that, he waved his hand. "You can go back now."

Ah Tian and Huihuang led their men away.

Ho Ka-kui pressed on, unwilling to give up, "Brother Chang, are we just going to let them go like that?"

Lin Yaochang gave him a cold look: "Do you have any evidence?"

Ho Ka-kui was speechless.

Lin Yaochang pulled an old wallet out of the pocket of the body that had been exploded.

The moment I opened it, I almost lost control of my emotions.

Inside was a group photo of the five people—a photo of the five tigers of Xinliansheng back then.

There was also a faded amulet.

He took a deep breath, suppressing his grief, and turned to Luo Zhiming: "From now on, Suanbao's territory is yours to manage."

Luo Zhiming nodded solemnly.

Ho Ka-kui sighed with a wry smile, "My sister-in-law is pregnant. How am I supposed to tell her that our eldest son is gone?"

Luo Zhiming's voice trembled slightly: "I'll go talk to him."

Lin Yaochang stood there, stunned, his thoughts suddenly drifting away.

He recalled a deep conversation he had with Mr. Jin, a senior figure at Xinliansheng, many years ago.

At that time, he was considering retiring.

According to the rules of New Union Group, the previous leader has a great deal of decision-making power in selecting the successor.

It was Master Jin who put him in this position back then, and since then, New Union Society has grown step by step into one of the top five gangs in Hong Kong Island.

Now it's his turn to choose a successor.

The first person they contacted was Luo Zhiming.

However, he politely declined.

Lin Yaochang knew that Luo Zhiming remained in the gang not because he coveted power, but because he cherished the brotherhood between them.

Otherwise, with his abilities, he should have already ventured into the entertainment industry—a stable and lucrative path—instead of living a life of constant danger.