Chapter 331: Sham Shui Po Leader Bao Zai

Chief Hall Meeting Room.

Jiang Tian Sheng, Li Xin, Eight-Finger Uncle, and Yao Wen sat behind Tian Hong, serving as his backdrop, giving him a full presence.

A Xing and Yu Lan Can were busy with Aodao affairs, so they didn't come today.

Tian Hong tapped the table and said, "Today I've called everyone here for a meeting to resolve and announce a few matters."

He took the account book from Huasheshou's hand and threw it in front of Jing Ma.

He looked at Jing Ma and said, "Jing Ma, the first matter concerns our Sham Shui Po; do you have anything to say to me?"

Jing Ma's expression changed slightly; she picked up the account book and flipped through it, actually already knowing what was going on in her heart.

She was just going through the motions!

After putting down the account book, looking at Tian Hong he explained, "Dragon Head, there are some discrepancies in the accounts; after the meeting disperses, I will investigate this matter and definitely give the society an explanation."

"No need for you to worry, Jing Ma; the Criminal Hall has already investigated the matter thoroughly. Whoever dares to mess with the society's funds truly doesn't know death."

Yao Wen put down his tea cup and gestured to A Ting: "Bring the person in."

A Ting and his three men came to the hall, found Big B Zai, and said, "Come with us; we need to verify something with you."

In the corner, Gu Ye Bai and Bao Zai exchanged a glance, both flashing a hint of schadenfreude in their eyes—being sought out by the Criminal Hall certainly wasn't a good thing!

As long as it's not handled internally in Sham Shui Po, Big B Zai's fraudulent accounting won't be traced back to them.

Big B Zai looked apprehensive, but he didn't dare resist and followed A Ting and his three men into the meeting room.

A Ting bowed to Yao Wen and said, "Big Brother, the person has arrived."

"En!"

Yao Wen looked at B Zai and asked, "B Zai, do you know the punishment for embezzling the society's funds?"

B Zai glanced at Jing Ma, then replied, "I know: anyone who privately misappropriates brothers' money or goods, or fails to hand over entrusted items, will die under ten thousand blades."

"Good that you know!"

After saying that, Yao Wen threw the file bag onto the meeting table.

"This is the Criminal Hall's investigation report; all leaders, please check if there are any omissions. Since I've just taken over the Criminal Hall not long ago, if there are any shortcomings, feel free to point them out."

Although he said that, Yao Wen's gaze kept fixed on Jing Ma.

The meaning is obvious: look at the Criminal Hall now—how much does it resemble the past?

Jing Ma's hand holding the file bag trembled slightly, but she still opened it and flipped through it.

After reading the investigation report, her expression grew weary as she slumped into the chair.

After a moment, she said to Tian Hong, "Dragon Head, it's my lax supervision that allowed my subordinates to do this; I bear full responsibility and hope you will show mercy."

Tian Hong turned his head to look at Jiang Tian Sheng, seeing him nod slightly.

Then he said, "Jing Ma, since you've taken responsibility, just fill in the accounts and this matter will be settled."

"As for the leader's position, you must step down; the successor will be chosen from the depths of Sham Shui Po—who do you nominate?"

Jing Ma replied in a deep voice, "Bao Zai and Gu Ye Bai are the only two qualified to succeed as the Sham Shui Po leader."

Tian Hong glanced at Sha Zhi, who nodded knowingly, and said, "Big Brother, I'll go call them in now."

Sha Zhi came to the hall, found Gu Ye Bai and Bao Zai, and whispered, "Your good fortune has arrived; come with me to the meeting room."

The two followed Sha Zhi into the meeting room and bowed to Tian Hong.

"Dragon Head."

Tian Hong looked at the two and said, "Jing Ma has nominated you as candidates for Sham Shui Po leader; do you have anything to say?"

Gu Ye Bai's expression froze; "Is Xin Ge really that forceful?"

"Just after finishing talking with him, he kicked A Jie out of the leader's position?"

Gu Ye Bai really misunderstood this; Li Xin wouldn't be so bored as to target Jing Ma just for one person.

After all, Jing Ma is still a member of Prosperity, and she differs fundamentally from the Hung Tai elders.

He then bowed to Tian Hong and said, "Dragon Head, my reputation is bad; I'm not qualified to be a Prosperity leader, so I withdraw from the race."

"A Bai!"

Bao Zai furrowed his brows and shouted, his expression complex.

"He wants to be leader, but if A Bai can take the leader's seat, he won't mind either."

"Because... they are brothers!"

Tian Hong rarely smiled and said to the assembled leaders, "The Prosperity brothers are very united—this is a good thing."

"The Sham Shui Po leader's position will be decided by vote."

Da Fei pointed at Gu Ye Bai and said carelessly, "I used to look down on you, but today you acted like a real man; I'm willing to be friends with you."

"If there's nothing else, come find me for drinks in North Point; then I'll do as you say—I choose Bao Zai."

Jing Ma's expression was complex; if it were up to her, she would definitely choose A Bai, since A Bai's rise would benefit her the most.

"Too bad she doesn't get a say!"

After the vote, Bao Zai was unanimously elected as the Sham Shui Po leader.

Jing Ma stood up to make way for Bao Zai, then left the meeting room with Big B Zai.

Seeing that A Bai didn't follow, she already knew his choice.

"No one can be blamed for this; if blame is due, it's only her for being too indulgent toward B Zai."

Jing Ma stepped down as leader; Jiang Tian Sheng's expression didn't change in the slightest, and he continued to enjoy his tea.

He seemed to be in a very good mood.

Bao Zai's expression was somewhat excited as he bowed to Tian Hong and the assembled leaders.

"Thank you, Dragon Head, for your patronage; thank you, all the elder brothers, for your support; if you ever need me, Bao Zai, just speak up."

After Bao Zai sat down, Gu Ye Bai tactfully withdrew from the meeting room, since there was no place for him here.

At this gathering, only the Dragon Head, the Punishment Hall Master, and the Ritual Hall Master can bring their subordinates into the meeting room; nobody else has the qualification.

Ah Bai!

Son-in-law Bai asked doubtfully, "Mr. Li, do you have any orders?"

He pointed at the sandpaper and said, "Just sit beside him; after the meeting, come with me to Tsim Sha Tsui."

Li Xin also looked at Leopard, smiling and asked, "Leopard, do you have any problems?"

Leopard hastily waved his hands, "Mr. Li taking a liking to Ah Bai is his fortune; I have no problem here."

"Ah Bai following Mr. Li is the only way he can have better development; as a brother, I wholeheartedly agree."

Nowadays, in any crowded setting, strangers dare not get close and call him 'Brother Xin'; they all address him as Mr. Li.

Tianhong glanced at Son-in-law Bai and thought, "This kid is just somewhat handsome; what does Big Brother see in him?"

Setting aside his doubts, he looked at the crowd and said, "The Sham Shui Po Leader is already decided; let's discuss the position of the Western District Leader—do you have any good candidates?"

Jingkun raised his hand and said, "Dragon Head, since Ah Ye left, the Western District truly lacks talent; we should transfer people from the main hall—nominate two candidates for everyone to discuss."

Big D laughed and scolded, "Ah Kun, you really know how to flatter!"

"However, this proposal is still feasible; the Western District lacks talent, so transferring people from the main hall is appropriate. Moreover, we can't promote a short person to a big position—Prosperity can't afford to lose this person!"

"I agree with Ah Kun's proposal!"

The Crown Prince also said, "That's right, Dragon Head nominates two candidates; we'll discuss and decide. The Leader's position shouldn't stay vacant."

Other Leaders, seeing that several strong factions had spoken, also chimed in—flattery doesn't necessarily have to come first.

But we can't fall behind!