Chapter 479: Treasure Workshop

Yang Qing didn't say much to Liu Ru Yan; he felt this woman didn't follow the usual path—perhaps she had again entered the Japanese Intelligence Bureau.

He needed to be wary of her a little.

However, whether to use her or not, we still need to make use of her.

Hou Liu saw Yang Qing looking for him with something to discuss, so he brought him into the office.

Yang Qing felt this office wasn't safe either, and gave Hou Liu a glance.

Hou Liu then turned on the TV.

Afterwards, the two sat in a designated spot.

Seeing Yang Qing's strong reaction, Hou Liu knew something was up.

"What's wrong?"

He asked doubtfully.

He said in a low voice.

"The new governor has come; I'm afraid Gangdao won't stay peaceful."

"Jingmen should keep a low profile from now on."

Don't let them catch you off guard and give them Household Chores,

This information made Hou Liu feel something was out of the ordinary.

He tapped the table and thought for a while.

"Do you think Hong Fu will give the triads Household Chores?"

Yang Qing said matter-of-factly.

"This is inevitable; the lower-class people's resentment toward Hong Fu is growing, plus pressure from the north."

"If they don't change this situation, who knows when another chaos will break out."

"By then, the north won't be so easy to talk to."

"Taking the opportunity to reclaim is also possible."

"Whoever has mushroom eggs would let others act smug at their doorstep?"

Hou Liu smoothed out the thoughts, and the general context became clear.

Everyone knows who is ultimately causing the trouble.

The people of 14 are all into gambling, drugs, and prostitution; they're the ones who stick out.

Jingmen, in this way, not touching those things, is instead independent-minded.

Mainly, they still follow Yang Qing's advice and do more legitimate business.

Among them, Vast Sea Precision Engineering has the most people settled.

Now they have acquired much land in Sha Tin District and are constructing an industrial Big Building.

They are preparing to strengthen their contract manufacturing ability and settle more members of Jingmen's families.

Next is the catering industry; Pizza Hut's success let them learn much experience, and they promptly teamed up with those members to start running restaurants and hotels.

Now Jingmen has many members, high quality, stable income, and strong cohesion.

Although its scale still lags far behind the other four major groups, it shouldn't be underestimated.

"Rest assured, I've figured it out; we'll quickly adjust some things—those bad apples, we'll promptly kick them out of Jingmen."

"Everywhere there are some bad apples; they're all into gambling, drugs, and prostitution. Jingmen doesn't do these, but they can't resist the lure of profit, secretly engaging in them."

"Previously, we needed this crowd to form a protective front, to intimidate other gangs—we could only give minor punishments and major warnings, treating symptoms not the root."

"Now those gangs are facing great disaster; for those bad apples, we can also gradually weed them out."

"As long as you have it figured out, over the next ten years we should try to corporatize the associations as much as possible."

"At the same time, we should also try to go out and develop."

Yang Qing pursed his lips and spoke softly.

"Japan is not bad; it's a good choice."

"There, associations exist legally."

Hou Liu knew Yang Qing wanted him to use Liu Ru Yan to gain a stable foothold in Japan where things go well.

He had little objection in his heart; this woman herself is not a simple person, and besides, their relationship is one of mutual benefit.

"Don't think that just because she bore you a child makes her one of your own; in the adult world, there isn't that much love and affection."

He brought Liu Ru Yan out because he valued her abilities; giving him a daughter was secondary.

"When it can be used, use it; don't let so‑called machismo limit you."

"What should be given should be given early; what should be used must still be used."

Hou Liu nodded.

"I have the same idea; we'll slowly send some people over."

Yang Qing nodded and began talking about business matters.

"I heard that a few days ago, the famous Maritime Treasure Seafood Shop was burned down, and the owner wants to sell it."

"I feel this is an opportunity."

"Gangdao's economy is developing well; business should keep getting better."

"By the way, we can learn a bit of restaurant management to upgrade our business standing."

Yang Qing's words really hit Hou Liu's heart.

"I have the same idea; Boss Wang is looking for someone, but no one has taken it over."

"I think it's fine; let's drag it out a bit, then the price will be lower."

Yang Qing had no interest in playing such tricks.

Open early, do business early.

The ship's foundation is still there; fixing it up will be quick.

Their original crew is ready to go; they can get up to speed quickly.

Use this ship to get some practice, learn the ropes; if it works out, we can build a new ship later.

No need to drag it out; dragging it on only makes accidents more likely.

Since you say so, then I'll listen to you. Hou Liu felt he lacked Yang Qing's vision, so whatever the eldest nephew said, he would follow.

Boss Wang has already been in contact with Huo Dalao, but they haven't reached an agreement yet.

He suddenly received Hou Liu's interest, he felt delighted, but then felt troubled.

He just wanted to get rid of this burden as soon as possible.

But a ship that has had an accident, many people consider it unlucky.

Even Huo Dalao wouldn't dare think about it.

Now Hou Liu has suddenly intervened, he doesn't know what to do.

He wants to agree, but that would offend Huo Dalao.

In the end, he still refused Hou Liu.

Sure enough, an accident occurred.

I didn't expect Yang Qing to be right.

Hou Liu doesn't intend to give up like this; he then asked for the reason.

Boss Wang then explained the matter concerning Huo Dalao.

Hou Liu still thought it was something major, so he directly arranged a meeting with Huo Dalao.

Huo Dalao didn't expect Hou Liu to contact him.

The Yang family has never had much contact with him.

But others don't know Yang Qing's connection to the Mainland; he does, though.

Go arrange a meeting with Mr. Hou.

Soon Hou Liu met Huo Dalao.

Huo Dalao was very courteous.

Mr. Hou, I don't know how I can help you.

Hou Liu felt a bit embarrassed; the other party was too polite, so he apologized.

Sorry to bother you.

Not at all, Mr. Hou, no need to be polite.

If you have anything to say, just speak freely.

Hou Liu shamelessly said.

I heard Boss Wang was selling a ship, so I contacted him.

He refused me, saying he had promised Mr. Huo.

So I came to inquire about Mr. Huo's intentions.

Huo Dalao didn't expect it to be like this.

That Boss Wang can't sell it, so he came to me.

I also planned to have me find him some connections; I didn't expect him to be so trustworthy.

Hou Liu wondered.

Mr. Huo, you don't intend to make a move?

Huo Dalao waved his hand.

I'm just helping out a bit; who doesn't have a tough time sometimes?

Hou Liu clasped his fists.

Mr. Huo's breadth of mind, I admire it.

Not at all.

Mr. Hou is interested, then take it.

Hou Liu, however, shook his head.

This is Mr. Huo's opportunity; I shouldn't take it all. How about we cooperate instead?

How about we jointly secure this ship?

To be frank, I actually took a liking to his seafood workshop's operating experience.

I want to buy it to learn.

Once I've learned, I can withdraw from the Treasure Workshop.