Chapter 42: Destiny is Predetermined in the Dark

"I received news today that Wang Bao's wife and son have already been sent to a police safe house. However, rest assured, I will definitely pass on the message. As for whether I can arrange for her to come out, I will do my best."

Huang Dawen did not dare to make any guarantees.

Chen Jiajun nodded in understanding and said, "Tell her my name is Chen Jiajun."

At this moment, Dumu knocked on the door: "Big Brother, Chen Yao from Hung Hing is here."

"Alright, I'll be right there."

Five minutes later.

After washing his face, Chen Jiajun entered the office. Seeing the desk completely empty, he hurriedly feigned embarrassment and said, "Brother Yao, I'm sorry to have kept you waiting so long. I am ignorant of etiquette and didn't even offer you tea."

"It doesn't matter, A Jun! Congratulations on taking Wanchai! Mr. Jiang was incredibly happy when he heard the news!" Chen Yao's mouth was stretched back to his ears, clearly displaying acting skills on par with a movie star.

"Is that so? Did Mr. Jiang say anything else?" Since Chen Yao was acting, Chen Jiajun naturally had to play along.

Chen Yao quickly said, "Of course it's true, it's just that you should have heard that Mr. Jiang has been busy dealing with matters in Macau lately; otherwise, he would definitely have come over in person."

"Why would he need to come in person? Just give me a call, and I guarantee I'll arrive within half an hour—even the traffic police couldn't catch me!" Chen Jiajun put on an excited expression.

After chatting for a bit, Chen Yao restrained his smile and asked, "How are the brothers doing after last night? You risked your lives for the company, and Mr. Jiang said he must give the brothers an explanation."

Chen Jiajun also cooperated with a serious tone: "Wang Bao's numbers were quite a bit higher than ours, and the brothers fought very hard. A full two hundred men died, but you tell Mr. Jiang that in this battle, we displayed the prestige of Hung Hing! Everyone stood their ground and didn't lose face for Hung Hing."

What must be obtained must be secured; this was what Hung Hing owed him, so Chen Jiajun reported the numbers as high as possible.

"Understood. Following the rules, fifty thousand in family support money for each person. I will go get this money in a moment. Also, for you right now, the most important thing is to hold this territory. If you need help, call me immediately."

"Once you hold it, the position of Wanchai Person in Charge will be yours!"

Chen Yao relayed Mr. Jiang Tiansheng's intentions in full.

In Hong Kong, there is an unwritten rule: for newly conquered territory, there is roughly a one-month adjustment period. During this time, any triad can come to cause trouble, but if the territory is still in your hands after a month, then it belongs to you.

Otherwise, the Hong Kong police will also actively intervene to maintain social order.

"Brother Yao, tell Mr. Jiang not to worry. I will definitely hold the territory, unless those triad people step over my corpse to get there!" Chen Jiajun gripped Chen Yao's hands, saying excitedly.

At the same time.

At the Glorious Nightclub, Dalao B received a phone call, which made him even more irritable than he already was.

"Hey, Boss, something went wrong!" Datian Er, having escaped danger, was panting like an ox.

Jiaopi immediately snatched the phone and wailed, "How are you acting as our boss! My brother Chaopi is dead!"

Being a veteran of the underworld for many years, Dalao B immediately calmed down: "Where are you now?"

"We are currently at..." Datian Er looked around and immediately gave the location.

After giving Datian Er some instructions and hanging up the phone, Dalao B smoked a cigar and sighed heavily.

He had given his word to Jiang Tiansheng, never expecting that the Causeway Bay Five Tigers would be ambushed in Macau!

The operation had failed!

This also meant that Chen Haonan's promotion to Red Pole had failed once again!

Three consecutive failures!

Could this be fate?

On the other hand, regarding Chen Jiajun, two days ago Dalao B was still prepared to watch a good show, because in his view, Chen Jiajun, having offended Bao Ye, was definitely on a path to death.

He had even prepared to hold a funeral at any time, where he would sit at the main table, and once the traditional wind instrument sounded, he would send Chen Jiajun off.

He never expected that Chen Jiajun would take Wang Bao's territory in one fell swoop. Once Chen Jiajun sat firmly in the position of Wanchai Person in Charge, Dalao B would likely become the biggest joke in the history of the Hong Kong underworld!

Both he, Dalao B, and the Causeway Bay Five Tigers had become nothing but background scenery for Chen Jiajun!

A few days later.

Central, Huang Dawen Law Firm.

Wang Bao's wife, wearing a black suit and sunglasses, sat calmly in a chair. When she had first heard the tragic news, she had collapsed and fainted.

It was as if there was a destined outcome in the dark.

Ever since marrying Wang Bao, Jing Ke had no thoughts other than supporting her husband, raising her children, and hoping for her son to succeed. Wang Bao and Baobao were the pillars of her life.

Now that Wang Bao had passed away, how was she to go on living?

After staying in the safe house for a few days, and under police protection, she finished handling Wang Bao's funeral arrangements and decided to meet the person Wang Bao had wanted to kill most before he died—Chen Jiajun—to see what kind of character he was.

Soon, accompanied by the lawyer Huang Dawen, a handsome young man in a well-fitted suit, followed by a large group of fierce-looking young demon slaves, entered the conference room and sat down opposite her.

"Mrs. Wang, I am Chen Jiajun." Chen Jiajun took the initiative to reach out his hand.

Jing Ke twitched her stiff face and shook his hand.

Chen Jiajun got straight to the point: "I believe that during this time, many forces have already spoken with you. Relying on yourself as a weak woman, you cannot protect this building."

"This building is currently held by my people. It is 6,000 square meters in area, and according to market value, it is worth 30 million. I am offering you 20 million. As far as I know, this is likely the highest price."

Jing Ke pushed up her sunglasses and sobbed, "Bao Ye, was it you who killed him?"

"That night I was at the Wanchai Police Station, and many people in the station can testify for me." Chen Jiajun immediately shook his head and denied it flatly.

It was indeed not him who killed him; the one who did it was Lao E, so what did it have to do with me, Chen Jiajun?

Jing Ke burst into tears, leaning over the table and saying, "Wuwuwu, I know he wanted to kill you. If it was you who killed him, please tell me, how exactly did he die? Please..."

Chen Jiajun hurriedly pulled out a tissue and handed it over: "Mrs. Wang, I heard you just gave birth; please don't be too agitated. You have had the police by your side these past few days, and you should know that Bao Ye did not suffer when he left; he was very peaceful..."

Fifteen minutes later, Jing Ke calmed her emotions. She wiped her tears and said:

"I know Bao Ye threatened you several times while he was alive. Whether what you say is to comfort me or to deceive me, since you are offering the highest price, I will sell the building to you. I only ask that you do not harass me and my Baobao in the future."

The offer of 20 million was already the highest offered by any triad.

Those triads, seeing an opportunity, naturally would not offer her a high price, and some even threatened her to her face.

And among Wang Bao's former subordinates, there were not many good people either.

Now that Chen Jiajun was willing to pay 20 million, Jing Ke was also willing to sell this hot potato in time.

Chen Jiajun nodded and said, "Deal. Once the paperwork is finished, you can immigrate to live abroad at any time."

In any case, the money being spent was all snatched from Bao Ye, so Chen Jiajun did not feel a shred of heartache.

(End of chapter)