"Sir, the Xiaoxiang Pavilion was bought by the Chang Heng Gang the year before last. Leader Li of the Chang Heng Gang is at the Xiaoxiang Pavilion."

Qin Zhirui stood beside Wu Zongrui, his words and attitude showed respect.

The case of Yihonglou was overturned so quickly that he did not expect it. Liang Shutian, a graduate of the Imperial College, was not only deprived of his honors and sent to the army to guard the border, but also compensated Yihonglou 200 taels of silver. This incident triggered a huge controversy in the Qinhuai River.

There was a sensation, and all the forces that were ready to move did not dare to take action for a while.

In less than ten days, the changes were so drastic that Qin Zhirui completely understood and sobered up. He also made up his mind to hug Wu Zongrui's thigh tightly and follow Wu Zongrui from now on.

When he learned that Wu Zongrui had planted dozens of people in the Xinyi Gang, Qin Zhirui did not feel disgusted. Instead, he expressed his willingness to give up his position as gang leader and let Liao Wenru take over, but Wu Zongrui refused.

From Wu Zongrui's attitude and the way he handled things, Qin Zhirui could tell that Wu Zongrui was not an ordinary person. He was decisive and decisive in doing things and considered the problems thoroughly. He was definitely not a master who could be fooled. If he followed Wu Zongrui and worked hard, he would have a good future.

The first step of the problem has been solved, and the next step is for the Xinyi Gang to return to Caobang.

Due to the current situation of the Xinyi Gang, it is not possible to return to Huai'an to engage in water transportation.

"Gang Leader Qin, are you sure that Gang Leader Li from the Changheng Gang is in the Xiaoxiang Pavilion?"

"I am absolutely sure that Gang Leader Li came to Nanjing to crowd out and annex Yihong Tower. However, he did not expect that the situation would change so quickly. I guess Gang Leader Li is still inquiring and wants to know why such a situation occurred."

"Okay, then you follow me to Xiaoxiang Pavilion."

"Well, wouldn't it be a good idea for your Excellency to go to the Xiaoxiang Pavilion? I think I'd better ask Gang Leader Li to come out and find a teahouse..."

"There's no need to give the Chang Heng Gang so much face. Just follow me. You don't need to say much then."

"Yes, then I will bring more people to prevent Gang Leader Li from jumping over the wall in a hurry."

"Don't worry, this is Nanjing, not Huai'an, nor the Cao Gang. The Changheng Gang is not that bold yet."

According to the regulations of the imperial court, officials at all levels are not allowed to go to brothels. Under the Jiaofang Division of Yingtian Mansion, there is a Fule Yuan, which is a government-run brothel. Officials can go to Fule Yuan for entertainment, and they can also

Avoid many fees.

Among the Qinhuai River in Nanjing and the 16th floor of Jinling, Fule Yuan is the most famous and has the most girls. Among the Eight Beauties of Qinhuai, Dong Xiaowan, Li Xiangjun and others all came from Fule Yuan, and Liu Rushi also entered Fule Yuan later.

Of course, the regulations of the imperial court are in vain. Officials from Nanjing, as well as officials from various places who go to Nanjing, go to the Qinhuai River to have fun. No one asks or cares about it. Everyone goes to play and turn a blind eye to each other. Besides, this is not a principle.

Who will pursue the big matter of the Ming Dynasty? Even the most trouble-making people in the Ming Dynasty, such as Shizhonghe Yushi, etc., will not make an issue on this matter. After all, everyone knows well that if Shizhonghe Yushi

To impeach someone on something like this is to go against the entire bureaucracy.

The reason why Qin Zhirui reminded him was because Wu Zongrui handled the Yihongyuan case and might have offended some officials, and he was afraid that officials would seize on this matter and make a fuss about it.

When Shen Shi walked out of the government office, Qin Zhirui was already waiting outside, and two carriages were also waiting not far outside the government office.

After getting on the carriage, Qin Zhirui spoke.

"Sir, would you like to find a place to eat first? It's still early to arrive at Xiaoxiang Pavilion at this time."

Wu Zongrui looked at Qin Zhirui and spoke angrily.

"Gang Leader Qin, we are going to do errands, not to play. It doesn't matter what time it is. Do you really want to find a girl to accompany me?"

Qin Zhirui blushed, lowered his head and stopped talking.

The carriage headed towards the Qinhuai River.

This was Wu Zongrui's first visit to the Qinhuai River. He could never have imagined such a purpose. It was unbelievable when he thought about it.

Less than half an hour later, the carriage stopped.

Wu Zongrui got off the carriage and saw a huge archway.

"Sir, this is the Qinhuai River. It seems crowded when the carriage enters. The Xiaoxiang Pavilion is not very far from here."

Wu Zongrui nodded. It was really early and there weren't many people around.

Qin Zhirui walked in front and led the way, Qin Dalong led a group of people in the back, and Wu Zongrui was in the middle.

After passing a few buildings, I didn't see many girls, but there were a few girls. Standing outside the building, I saw the posture of Wu Zongrui and his group. Several girls shouted loudly, but unfortunately the group did not stop.

"Sir, this is it."

Wu Zongrui raised his head, and the words "Xiaoxiang Pavilion" appeared in front of his eyes. It was a three-story flower building. It probably had courtyards and houses inside, and it looked pretty good.

When the woman at the door saw Qin Zhirui, her expression changed and she came over with her handkerchief raised.

"Gang Leader Qin, you are not welcome in Xiaoxiang Pavilion..."

"Mom, ask Gang Leader Li to come out. I'll wait for him in the lobby."

Wu Zongrui looked at the oncoming police, said nothing, and walked straight towards Xiaoxiang Pavilion.

** was stunned for a moment, looking at the unusually young and impressive Wu Zongrui, he did not dare to answer and quickly followed behind.

There were only a few people in the lobby on the first floor, sitting and joking with the girls. The girls were also listless and seemed not to be in the mood yet.

"Here, this young master, I don't understand what you are saying."

"Mom, let me say it again, ask Gang Leader Li to come out. I want to see him. If he doesn't want to come out, I will leave immediately. By then, even if he wants to see me, it won't be that easy."

Qin Zhirui and others had already followed in.

** turned his head and looked, wanting to lose his temper, but finally did not speak.

"Sir, could you please go sit in the backyard, and I will arrange it right now."

"It's up to you. I'll give mom a quarter of an hour. If Gang Leader Li doesn't come out, you'll have to bear the consequences."

In the backyard, in the private room, Wu Zongrui sat down, while Qin Zhirui and others stood outside the private room.

Footsteps soon sounded outside.

"Hey, Gang Leader Qin, why did you come to the Xiaoxiang Pavilion when you have time? There are so few visitors. Mom, please greet Gang Leader Qin well. I will bear all the expenses incurred by Gang Leader Qin here..."

"Thank you very much, Gang Leader Li."

The footsteps paused for a moment outside the door. The door opened, and a rather capable man in his forties walked in.

"I'm Chang Heng's helper Li Tanghua. I don't know what to call this young man."

Wu Zongrui looked at Li Tanghua coldly and did not speak for the time being.

Seeing anger appearing on Li Tanghua's face, Wu Zongrui sneered and spoke.

"My officer, Wu Zongrui, is the recommended officer of Tianfu. Aren't you inquiring about the affairs of Yihongyuan? This case is handled by me."

Li Tanghua was stunned for a moment, his face turned a little pale, and he quickly clasped his fists and spoke.

"It turns out to be Mr. Wu. I am too young to recognize Taishan. I have offended you. Mr. Wu is a rare guest. I will tell my mother right now that I will treat you well. I will bear all the expenses today."

Wu Zongrui waved his hand.

"No, I'm here today. I have something to do with you. I'll talk about other things after we discuss it."

"Here, if you have any orders, sir, just ask. As long as I can do it, I will never refuse."

"You will definitely be able to handle the matter I have come to discuss with you. Whether you are willing to handle it or not is a matter of choice. I will also open the window and speak out. Put aside the past disputes. You, the Changheng Gang, take a step back and let the Xinyi Gang

If we continue to engage in water transportation, the Changheng Gang and the Xinyi Gang will live in peace, and everyone will get rich, what do you think?"

Li Tanghua's face turned pale instantly and he spoke without thinking.

"I can't handle what your Excellency mentioned. The affairs of the Xinyi Gang have nothing to do with the Changheng Gang."

"Really? It seems that you don't want to listen to my mediation. That's fine. I don't like to ask for help. I will leave after saying a few words."

Picking up the teacup on the table, taking a sip of tea, Wu Zongrui spoke.

"With the help of Mr. Xu from the Liang Hall, the Changheng Gang defeated the Xinyi Gang, won most of the water transportation business, and made a fortune. From this, the gang's power grew and became the number one gang among the water gangs. Now they want to

It’s just a little difficult to maintain the relationship with the Governor of Water Transport.”

"As for the Xinyi Gang, the many years of open and covert fighting between the Xinyi Gang and the Chang Heng Gang have created a lot of conflicts. Now that the Xinyi Gang is seeing its decline, the Chang Heng Gang is eager to kill them all and completely wipe out the Xinyi Gang."

"In the Yihong Building case, the Chang Heng Gang intervened and did a lot of work and spent a lot of money. Including the supervisor Liang Shutian causing trouble in Yihong Building, and the Chang Heng Gang secretly helped. The Chang Heng Gang hopes to pass the case of Yi Hong Building.

The decline will shake the foundation of the Xinyi Gang and completely destroy the Xinyi Gang."

"As for the other relationships that the Chang Heng Gang has cultivated, I won't say much more."

"The Chang Heng Gang is very majestic now. It can call the wind and rain, and is omnipotent. However, I have a hunch, or judgment, that maybe in a month, maybe in two months, the name Chang Heng Gang will no longer exist.

The ending is not as good as that of the Xinyi Gang.”

"The higher you hold it, the harder it will fall. The evidence of the Chang Heng Gang's fall will be more than enough if it is destroyed a hundred times."

"Of course, whether such a situation will occur or not depends entirely on Gang Leader Li's thoughts."

...

After Wu Zongrui finished speaking, Li Tanghua's face turned green and red, and it took him a long time to speak.

"Sir, don't scare me. I can't stand it."

Wu Zongrui stood up slowly and looked at Li Tanghua.

"Haha, I scared you. That's my problem. I won't say more. Gang leader Li, you can take care of yourself. I want to tell you something. I came to see you today. I gave you

To save your face, if you think the connections behind you can still help you, just wait and see what happens to your Chang Heng Gang."

"Actually, I don't want to come to you. No matter how arrogant your Chang Heng Gang is, the Xinyi Gang will join the canal movement again. I just don't want to see the canal gangs fighting each other, and too many brothers under my command will lose their money.

"

"Okay, I won't interrupt you anymore, I'll take my leave."

When Wu Zongrui raised his feet, Li Tanghua was obviously anxious.

"Sir, wait a minute, wait a minute, can you sit down and speak slowly..."

"Gang Leader Li, you are from the Jianghu and you understand the rules of the Jianghu. I came to Xiaoxiang Pavilion to see you today and I followed the rules of the Jianghu. If you are straightforward, everything will be easy to talk about. If you want to fool me, then we will follow the rules of the officialdom.

Follow the rules."
Chapter completed!