Hong Kong Variety Show: The Development Notes of a Boss

What's even more ridiculous is that Dongxing is the organizer of this birthday party. According to the rules, Changhong will usually be bought by Dongxing people in the end. Of course, in order to make it look lively, there will be several biddings, but the price will not be very high, usually within 200,000.

Now that Jiang Tiansheng has asked Lu Yongqiang to bid for Changhong, the price will definitely be far more than 200,000. After all, this is a slap in the face of Dongxing. There will definitely be someone from Dongxing who will stand up and bid for it. This person will be taken advantage of and will not only spend more money but also offend others.

Just as Lu Yongqiang was secretly cursing Jiang Tiansheng for being a scoundrel, the auction had already begun, and someone had already bid up to 80,000. Lu Yongqiang thought for a moment and then shouted, "660,000!"

When Lu Yongqiang directly called out the price to 660,000, the noisy voices in the hall suddenly quieted down, and even the host Smiling Tiger on the stage was stunned.

This "Changhong" is, after all, just a red ribbon. Aside from being a good luck charm and a way to show off, it's completely useless. Many people are willing to throw down a few hundred thousand for a good start, and then show off in public. But 660,000 is no small sum. It's never been this high before; it's already considered a stratospheric price.

Smiling Tiger was stunned for a moment, then pointed at Lu Yongqiang and said, "Hongxing Handsome Qiang bid 660,000. Is there anyone who can offer a higher price? If no one else bids, then this year's long-term winner will be Handsome Qiang..."

"Six hundred and sixty thousand and one hundred!" Before the Smiling Tiger could finish his words, the Crow raised his hand and made an offer.

After Crow finished quoting the price, he first sneered at Lu Yongqiang, then made a gesture of wiping his neck, and then glared fiercely at the person on his left.

The man was stared at by Crow, and said with some fear and embarrassment: "Crow, that handsome guy's bid is too high. What if he doesn't bid again after I bid? Wouldn't that put me in a bad situation?"

Lu Yongqiang glanced at the crow, thought for a moment, and then raised his hand and quoted a price: "880,000!"

After quoting the price, Lu Yongqiang raised his eyebrows at Crow, then grinned with a look of sarcasm.

Provoked by Lu Yongqiang, Crow was about to make an offer immediately, but Situ Haonan, who was sitting opposite Crow, whispered, "Crow, don't make an offer. 880,000 should be the limit for that handsome guy. If you make another offer, he might not want to buy it."

In fact, Situ Haonan guessed wrong. Lu Yongqiang's limit was 660,000. He was reluctant to bid again just now, but facing the obvious provocation of the crow, if Lu Yongqiang did not bid again, it would seem like he was afraid of the crow.

After Lu Yongqiang finished quoting the price, he saw that Crow did not make any further offer, and he felt a little uncomfortable for his wallet.

Lu Yongqiang stood up and first gave the crow a thumbs-down gesture, then said to the smiling tiger on the stage: "Smiling Tiger, you are the host, why are you in a daze at this time? Can't you announce the results now?"

Hearing Lu Yongqiang's words, Smiling Tiger raised the microphone and said, "Jiangzai Qiang's offer is 880,000... Are there any other bids... 880,000 once... 880,000 twice... 880,000..."

"Eight hundred and eighty thousand and one hundred!" When Smiling Tiger was about to say the price three times, Crow couldn't bear Lu Yongqiang's provocation and directly quoted the price.

After Crow finished quoting the price, he also imitated Lu Yongqiang and made a thumbs-down gesture, starting to provoke Lu Yongqiang.

After hearing Crow's offer, Lu Yongqiang felt relieved. He smiled at Crow and said loudly, "Brother Crow, you win! I, Lu Yongqiang, admit defeat!" Lu Yongqiang gave Crow a thumbs-up and continued, "Brother Crow, after you buy this Changhong, remember to keep it at home for worship. It cost 880,100 yuan. If you don't keep it for ten or eight years, you'll lose a lot."

Lu Yongqiang's words caused laughter in the hall.

At this moment, after Lu Yongqiang finished speaking, Crow's mind was suddenly confused, and he immediately wanted to regret: "I didn't..."

Lu Yongqiang would not give Crow a chance to regret. While Crow was speaking, Lu Yongqiang channeled his Qi into his Dantian and shouted loudly, "Brother Crow is awesome! Congratulations to Brother Crow for winning the long-term sale! I wish Brother Crow a prosperous year..."

Following Lu Yongqiang's voice, many onlookers also shouted along. For a while, the hotel was filled with voices like "Brother Crow is mighty and domineering."

The loud commotion in the hall also alarmed the people in the private room upstairs.

There are dozens of private rooms upstairs, but not many people are qualified to go to the second floor. Those who are qualified to go to the second floor are at least the leaders of second-rate clubs.

Hong Kong boasts dozens of gangs, both large and small, with the most prominent being the Hongxing, the Tung Sing, and the Luen Sing. These three gangs are considered the city's top gangs because they are transnational organizations, possessing significant influence not only in Hong Kong but also in numerous Southeast Asian countries.

Hung Hing has a strong presence in Thailand and Vietnam, with operations spanning several Southeast Asian countries. Tung Sing also has considerable influence in the Netherlands and Singapore. The same is true for He Lian Sheng, which has branches in Thailand and Laos.

Dongxing was suppressed to the point that only one district was left. The reason why it can still stay in the top position of the society is because Dongxing has a huge influence abroad. As long as the main members of the society are fine, the size of the territory in Hongcheng is not a big deal.

For example, the Ni family in Tsim Sha Tsui’s influence in Hong Kong is actually not much smaller than that of several top social groups. The reason why it can only be regarded as a second-tier top social group in Hong Kong is because the Ni family’s activities are limited to Hong Kong and it has no branches abroad. To put it bluntly, it lacks foundation.

Then there's Wang Bao from Sha Tin, a formidable figure in Hong Kong. He's even known for his slogan that he's in charge after midnight, demonstrating just how intimidating he is in Sha Tin. However, Wang Bao's organization is considered second-rate, largely due to its lack of foundation, making it a powerful force only in Sha Tin.

The strength of the Hongtai Society in Yau Tsim Mong, the Xinji Society in Wan Chai, and the Wo Yi Society in Kwun Tong should not be underestimated and they are considered second-rate societies.

The leaders of these societies are sitting in the private rooms on the second floor.

Of course, Chui Ji, the leader of He Liansheng, is just a puppet. When Deng Bo of He Liansheng did not appear, he could barely represent He Liansheng, but when Deng Bo came, he was nothing.

Just like today, the leaders of other clubs went to the second floor, but Chuiji could only sit in the lobby on the first floor with Ji Ge, Fei Lao Li and others.

In fact, when Lu Yongqiang shouted out 660,000, the people upstairs had already noticed the situation downstairs, but because of their status, they didn't dare to ask too many questions. Many people just secretly paid attention to the movements downstairs.

While Lu Yongqiang was playing dirty tricks and trying to get everyone to support Crow, Uncle Deng couldn't help but laugh and tease, "Camel, you guys at Dongxing are really rich. You're willing to spend 880,100 to win Changhong. Now you guys at Dongxing are really famous."

As Uncle Deng finished speaking, Jiang Tiansheng also spoke up, "Dongxing has developed very well this year. The Five Tigers of Dongxing are well-known in Hong Kong and the underworld, especially Crow, the tiger who descends from the mountain. He is very popular."

If Uncle Deng was just joking, then Jiang Tiansheng's words were a bit too much of a stab in the back.

Crow was indeed quite famous this year, but he became famous as a stepping stone for Lu Yongqiang, which is not a good reputation.

As Uncle Deng and Jiang Tiansheng finished their words, Luotuo's expression changed visibly. He glanced at Lu Yongqiang downstairs and said in a cold voice, "Mr. Jiang, this handsome guy is indeed a smart man, but being too smart is not a good thing. People like him usually don't live long."

Hearing Luo Tuo's threatening tone, Jiang Tiansheng said, "Mr. Luo, why are you so angry? Did that handsome Qiang offend you in some way? If so, I apologize to you on his behalf." As he spoke, he raised his glass. "Come on! Mr. Luo, let me toast you and apologize to you on behalf of that handsome Qiang."

Seeing Jiang Tiansheng's behavior, Luotuo could only pick up his glass and clink it with Jiang Tiansheng's before drinking the wine in one gulp. Afterwards, Luotuo stood up and said, "Everyone, I have to excuse myself for a moment."

Luotuo walked out of the private room and immediately said to the people around him with gritted teeth, "Go tell Smiling Tiger to end this farce as soon as possible. Don't you think our Dongxing hasn't lost face enough today?"

In reality, Smiling Tiger also wanted to end the farce quickly, even without Camel's reminder. However, the situation was completely out of his control. The people from East Star would listen to him, but the people from the other clubs just wanted to watch the fun. After all, they were well fed and had nothing else to do, so naturally, they wouldn't miss out on the free fun.

At this time, Crow was furious with Lu Yongqiang. He rushed to Lu Yongqiang and said sternly, "Handsome Qiang, you want to die, don't you? Do you believe that I will never let you leave Yuen Long?"

Lu Yongqiang looked at the crow with contempt, and then said: "Crow, you are a good thing to be a gangster. You named the price yourself, and now you are barking at me. Is this fun?"

Lu Yongqiang's words left Crow speechless. At this moment, Situ Haonan came over and said, "Handsome Qiang, if you hadn't deliberately provoked us, Crow wouldn't have bid against you. In the final analysis, you were the one who started it."

Lu Yongqiang sneered and said, "Capturing the dragon and the tiger, everyone can see clearly what is right and wrong. You know who started the trouble first. Do you think it's fun to put the blame on me now?

Speaking of this, I have something to say: Are you guys at Dongxing going crazy because of poverty? I offered 660,000 yuan for one long red, which was already giving you Dongxing enough face, but you still deliberately provoked trouble and raised the price by 100 yuan.

What? Are you guys at Dongxing so short of money? Or do you guys at Dongxing think that I, Lu Yongqiang, am a sucker who you can just rip off?"

When Lu Yongqiang fired this map cannon, not only Crow couldn't help it, but many people in Dongxing couldn't help it and started shouting and cursing.

This is indeed the territory of Dongxing, but there are also many people from Hongxing. The leaders of the twelve major gangs all brought three or five people with them, which adds up to dozens or even hundreds of people.

Regardless of whether these people like Lu Yongqiang or not, at this moment, they will stand by Lu Yongqiang without hesitation. After all, they are all from the same society, and if Lu Yongqiang really suffers at this time, Hongxing will lose face.

Seeing many people from Dongxing surrounding Lu Yongqiang, people from Hongxing also started to move towards Lu Yongqiang.

Just when the situation was about to get out of control, Luotuo from upstairs shouted coldly, "What are you doing? What are you doing? What are you doing? Everyone, get back! You have no manners at all!"

After scolding Dongxing's little brother, Camel cursed at Crow: "Crow, you only know how to cause trouble for me all day long. Now get out of here and calm down!"

After Camel finished speaking, Crow looked at Lu Yongqiang with a cold gaze, then turned around, pushed away the younger brother behind him, and strode away.

At this time, Jiang Tiansheng also spoke. He said, "Aqiang, I brought you here to broaden your horizons, not to cause trouble. Look at how much trouble you have caused. Why don't you apologize to Mr. Luo quickly!"

Hearing Jiang Tiansheng say this, Lu Yongqiang cursed Jiang Tiansheng in his heart for being a good-for-nothing. He let Jiang Tiansheng say all the good and bad things about him. Not only did he offend him, but now he had to apologize to Luotuo.

Although he cursed in his heart, Lu Yongqiang's hands were not slow. He picked up the wine glass on the table and said, "Mr. Luo, I just wanted to take a picture of the long red picture for a good start, but I didn't expect it would cause such a big mess. I'm really sorry! I apologize to you here!" As he said that, Lu Yongqiang drank the wine in his hand.

When something like this happened, no one stayed in the hotel for long and quickly left in groups of three or four.

In the car, Jiang Tiansheng patted Lu Yongqiang on the shoulder and said, "Aqiang, you did a great job today! You brought honor to our Hongxing!"

Hearing that Jiang Tiansheng only gave such a verbal reward, Lu Yongqiang cursed in his heart, but his face showed excitement.

"Mr. Jiang, working for the society is what I should do. I don't deserve your praise, Mr. Jiang."

Seeing Lu Yongqiang like this, Jiang Tiansheng didn't say much, but just smiled and patted Lu Yongqiang on the shoulder.

After the news of what happened in the hotel spread, Lu Yongqiang's reputation soared. He was the most famous person in the underworld and became the most outstanding rising star in Hongxing. Many short mules in the underworld were asking about Lu Yongqiang's situation. If Lu Yongqiang raised the flag to recruit people at this time, he could easily recruit one or two thousand followers.

But Lu Yongqiang was not interested in this. He did not have so much money to support his younger brothers. Not only did he not take advantage of the situation to recruit people, but he was even more low-key than before. He hid in his own territory every day and basically did not go out.

A week passed like this. One day, Lu Yongqiang was shopping with two women, Dong Si and Gangsheng, when he received a call from Shouhou.

After hanging up the phone, Lu Yongqiang said to Dong Si, "Sisi, I have something to do now and can't go shopping with you. You and Gangsheng can go shopping first. I'll let Dayanhua and the others stay to protect you."

Dong Si was still very sensible. Although he was a little unhappy, he didn't lose his temper. He just reminded her, "Be careful!"

Lu Yongqiang didn't say much, just nodded and left.