The life of Lao Liu since 1944

Hou Jie's eyes were as cold as ice, and he responded in a cold voice: "You really don't know how to live or die. You dare to take money from anyone. Today I'm here to remind you. If you do it again, I will definitely pay with your life."

Holding the dagger in his hand, Hou Jie slapped Wu Youren's face heavily and asked in a low voice: "Grandpa can't come here for nothing. Where is your money? Hurry up, or I'll stab you and let you taste the pain."

Wu Youren was frightened by Hou Jie's momentum and tremblingly pointed out where the property was. After Hou Jie got a satisfactory answer, he slapped Wu Youren unconscious, then viciously stuffed the adjutant's head into his quilt and turned to walk towards the finance office.

Arriving at the finance office, Hou Jie opened the door and saw the room filled with boxes of all sizes. After opening them and taking a look, his mood immediately turned bad.

"These bastards are so greedy. How many families will be harmed by this!"

Hou Jie became angrier and angrier, thinking he had gone too easy. After collecting his things, he returned to Wu Youren's room and slapped him dozens of times on the face.

Hou Jie didn't feel relieved until Wu Youren's face was swollen like a pig's head. He turned over and walked out of the yard, then returned to the vegetable market to rest.

Although Hou Jie's behavior was cruel, it was also a helpless act because he had to ensure his own safety and protect his own interests.

For the next few days, the city of Beijing fell into a long-lost calm, which seemed like a sign of the coming storm.

Soon after, some shocking news spread quietly throughout the capital. When the common people heard it, they laughed and were filled with joy.

It turned out that the leader of the Green Gang in Sijiu City, Master Liu, was assassinated. What was even more shocking was that dozens of his loyal followers were also not spared and died miserably. This series of events caused a great shock in the capital, and made the already tense officialdom even more confusing.

What is even more shocking is that the chief of the police station who is responsible for maintaining the security of the capital also died inexplicably in his own home. Once the news came out, it immediately attracted great attention and discussion. People speculated whether this incident was related to the death of Mr. Liu, or whether it was a carefully planned murder.

At the same time, the receiving official Wu Youren also did not show up for a long time because of "occasional cold". This once powerful figure in the officialdom was now in trouble because of a sudden illness.

Although his illness was officially declared a cold, many people secretly speculated that this might be a political conspiracy, a trap set to weaken his power.

In this silent and mysterious death of so many people, without leaving any witnesses, the investigation has come to a standstill, and no substantive investigation can be conducted. This situation reminds people of the collective vicious incident two years ago.

At that time, the capital was also caught in an unprecedented crisis, and people were also feeling extremely panicked and uneasy. Now, the recurrence of these events seems to have brought people back to that dark era.

Hou Jie ignored all this and told his men to continue construction and selling grain as usual. If they encountered hooligans or gangsters, they could just take action.

Although he took some action to deal with it last night, his anger had not subsided, so he went to find Zhang Dalong.

Zhang Dalong panicked when he saw the boss's dark face. He was a little scared of Hou Jie, and was afraid that he would be beaten if he was not careful. Although he looked very impressive outside, he could not shake in front of the boss.

"Dalong, have you finished the food book I asked you to prepare some time ago?"

Zhang Dalong answered quickly, not daring to delay at all.

"It's done, Boss."

"Starting today, we will implement the policy of buying grain with grain certificates. We will not sell grain to anyone without grain certificates. We will ask each store to calculate the grain needed by the people in the surrounding areas they are responsible for, and let them figure out the rest on their own.

"Cut off all food supplies to the government and the army. Give them the highest market price."

Hou Jie's voice is like the whistling wind in winter, cold and domineering, and every word seems to carry unquestionable determination and fierce murderous aura. This tone reveals a deep irresistibility, as if it is an insurmountable barrier, a unique temperament that only those who have been through many battles and experienced the trials and tribulations can exude.

Zhang Dalong was stunned with fear, his heart filled with helplessness and confusion. He raised his head, his eyes revealing deep doubts and confusion. Today's boss was so scary, his expression was serious and cold, like an iceberg, which made people shudder.

Zhang Dalong couldn't help but think to himself: The boss is not usually like this. He is always gentle and generous, and he treats his subordinates very well. But what happened to him today? Did he encounter some troubles and was in a bad mood? Or did I do something wrong and annoyed him?

Thinking of this, Zhang Dalong became even more uneasy. He asked carefully, "Boss, is there something I did wrong that made you unhappy? Please tell me and I will correct it immediately."

However, the boss did not answer him, but continued to maintain that grim expression.

Hou Jie ordered, "Notify Ma Wu and others to bring out all the guns and ammunition, and check the posts in our territory."

"If a tiger doesn't show its might, you think I'm a sick cat!"

Zhang Dalong became even more frightened. He knew his boss' temper very well and knew that the best choice now was to obey.

Zhang Dalong was puzzled and mustered up the courage to ask:

"Boss, you'd better be careful, otherwise there will be a big mess."

Hou Jie continued, "I know. If they have any objections, tell me. Go down and inform them!"

Zhang Dalong did not dare to raise any objection. He stood up and hurriedly walked out of the yard. With a serious expression, he found Ma Wu and others and had an urgent discussion with them. They whispered to each other in low and powerful voices. After repeated weighing and consideration, he finally decided to follow Hou Jie's clear instructions.

They understood that as Hou Jie's subordinates, they not only had to execute orders, but also had to ensure the effectiveness and results of the execution.

Hou Jie's order was passed down layer by layer, and the news spread like ripples, quickly affecting the general public in the surrounding areas.

All the people who had dealings with Yongchang and were involved in food supply fell into panic and anxiety.

People were talking about it, and some even asked Yongchang's clerk anxiously: "I didn't bring my grain book today, can I buy it first? I'll bring my grain book with me next time I buy it."

However, the answer they received was a firm and cold rejection, with no room for negotiation.