Hong Kong Movies: The Boss's Global Empire

Chapter 496 Lian Haolong and Huo Han suddenly reconciled with the Tenglong Gang

Lian Haolong and Huo Han sat in the courtyard, trying to maintain a calm demeanor. However, they both knew that this decision would impact the future of their gang. They both agreed it was time to end the meeting.

Then we will do it according to this plan, Lian Haolong confirmed it for the last time.

Huo Han nodded. "Yes, but we have to keep a low profile. We can't let the other gangs think we're weak or afraid. This is just a temporary reconciliation for a longer-term plan."

Lian Haolong smiled slightly and said, "You are right. Only by keeping ourselves strong can we prevent others from provoking us easily."

After the meeting, Lian Haolong immediately summoned several of his most trusted subordinates.

According to the original plan, we will not take any action against the Tamron Gang. The news that has spread is that the two sides have reached a settlement.

He swept his gaze over the crowd with a stern look, but remember, this does not mean we are afraid or retreating, we are doing this for the greater good.

His subordinates might have been a little confused, but seeing Lian Haolong's resolute gaze, they didn't ask any further questions and all responded by saying they would obey his orders.

On the other hand, Huo Han also began to pay close attention to the dynamics inside and outside the gang, especially other potentially powerful gangs.

He said to several of his confidants: Our gang and the Tenglong Gang have temporarily reached a settlement. Once this news is released, it will definitely attract the attention of other gangs.

They might think we are weak, but they might also think we are well prepared. In any case, we must let them know that we are still a force that cannot be underestimated.

Huo Han's men nodded, all with serious expressions.

Lian Haolong secretly arranged for people to spread the news in the underworld that he and Huo Han's gang had reached a settlement with the Tenglong Gang and would not engage in further conflict. This news quickly spread among the major gangs, triggering a series of discussions and speculations.

What's going on? Lian Haolong and Huo Han suddenly reconciled with the Tenglong Gang?

Did they feel that the Tamron Gang was too difficult to deal with, so they chose to compromise?

I don’t think it’s that simple. Lian Haolong and Huo Han are not people who can be easily reconciled. They must have other plans.

Such rumors spread quietly in every corner, but no matter how the outside world speculated, Lian Haolong and Huo Han did not offer any further explanation. They knew that in this world full of dangers and opportunities, remaining mysterious and powerful was the best defense.

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"We have now reached a settlement with the Tenglong Gang, so there won't be any large-scale conflicts in the short term, at least," Huo Han said at an internal gang meeting, "but this doesn't mean we can let our guard down."

Besides the Tenglong Gang, there are many other well-hidden gangs in the underworld. If they think we are weak, they may choose this moment to deal with us.

Lian Haolong felt the same way after hearing the news. Huo Han's words made sense. Although we have reached a settlement with the Tenglong Gang, we must not let our guard down.

Who knows which gang will suddenly emerge?

Both men understood that the reconciliation only temporarily avoided direct conflict, but in this complex and ever-changing world of the underworld, crisis and opportunity are often separated by a thin line. Rumors spread faster than anything else in the underworld. As soon as the news broke, almost the entire underworld was speculating about the hidden agenda behind Lian Haolong's reconciliation with the Tenglong Gang.

Some small and medium-sized gangs even worried that this was a precursor to an alliance, and that the two major gangs would join forces to oppress them.

At their headquarters, Lian Haolong and Huo Han immediately held an emergency meeting to discuss how to quell this round of unnecessary turmoil.

The outside world’s discussions are very unfavorable to us now, Huo Han said with a serious face.

Lian Haolong sat down in a chair, picked up the teapot, poured a cup of tea, and sipped it slowly. Then he said, "This is to be expected. The sudden reconciliation between a powerful gang and another powerful gang will always arouse suspicion and concern among their "July 13" members. We need to take immediate action to calm this down."

Huo Han nodded. What are your plans?

First, we need to issue a statement explaining the reasons for the settlement so that other gangs understand that this is not collusion or a conspiracy. Then, we need to prove our position through some concrete actions.

After hearing this, Huo Han thought this plan was feasible and said, "I will immediately arrange for someone to issue a statement."

Soon, an official statement from Lian Haolong's gang spread among the major underworld gangs. The statement clearly stated that the reconciliation was intended to avoid unnecessary bloodshed and protect the interests of all parties, and had no other ulterior motives.

But there are many people in the underworld, and even after the statement was released, the gangs naturally still had some suspicions.

Statements are one thing, but we also need concrete actions to prove it. Lian Haolong said to Huo Han again.

Are you saying…

We should make some concessions, such as proactively giving up some disputed territories, or adopting a very restrained attitude towards other gangs for a period of time. Only in this way can we truly reassure other gangs.

Huo Han nodded and said, "Okay, I'll arrange it right away."

At the same time, Lian Haolong also made the first explanation to the outside world. He personally contacted the leaders of several small and medium-sized gangs for close communication.

Rest assured, everyone, our reconciliation with the Tenglong Gang isn't about joining forces against other gangs. In fact, the Tenglong Gang has promised not to infringe on our interests again. Lian Haolong spoke sincerely.

Although these gang leaders still had doubts in their hearts after hearing this, their concerns were somewhat alleviated because Lian Haolong personally showed up.

So what kind of agreement did you reach? A gang leader couldn't help but ask.

Lian Haolong smiled and said: “Some things are not suitable to be discussed in detail here... But I can guarantee that any agreement will not affect the interests of everyone.

After hearing this, several gang leaders felt somewhat relieved.

At least, with Lian Haolong's personal appearance and their gang's obvious restraint in the following period, everyone gradually believed that this settlement might really be just a settlement, rather than some ulterior motive.

In the underworld, news flows like water, always finding a way out. Although the two major gangs, Lian Haolong and Tenglong, have announced a reconciliation, the outside world's doubts have not been dispelled.

Smaller, weaker gangs were especially worried that the two powers would join forces to oppress them. For their own safety and interests, some gangs began to pool funds to bribe insiders, hoping to gain some clues.

Huo Han sat at a large wooden table, unfolding a sheet of frantically scrawled paper. It contained the recent findings of his gang's intelligence gathering team. He carefully examined the densely written words, feeling a surge of worry.

It seems that the outside world still has considerable doubts about us. Huo Han sighed.

Lian Haolong walked in and smiled upon hearing Huo Han's words. "This is to be expected. After all, our reconciliation with the Tenglong Gang was so sudden." "How is it going? Have you gathered any valuable information?"

Huo Han looked up at Lian Haolong, hesitated for a moment, and said, "The gangs have begun to unite to investigate us, especially the smaller gangs. Moreover, they seem to be particularly interested in Li Yue's movements and have even used a lot of money to bribe insiders."

Lian Haolong's face darkened. Who did he bribe?

This is still unclear, but we can be sure that they only received partial information, mainly about Li Yue's whereabouts and some activities.

Lian Haolong sat down and frowned. This was indeed a problem. If they continued digging, they might touch upon things that we didn't want others to know.

Huo Han nodded and said, "That's why we need to take some measures to deal with this situation."

Lian Haolong thought for a while and decided that first of all, we must strengthen internal security measures to ensure that no one can easily bribe anyone in our gang.

Secondly, some means are used to make them think that their investigation is successful, but in fact the information given to them is misleading.

Huo Han listened carefully, and then asked: What do you think we should do?

Find a few trustworthy insiders and release some false information about Li Yue at the appropriate time. Make them think that their investigation is successful, but in fact they have gone astray.

Huo Han nodded and said, "I understand. I'll arrange it immediately."

Lian Haolong watched Huo Han's departing back, thinking silently in his heart. Although the current situation is complicated, as long as they operate carefully, they should still be able to control the situation.

Lian Haolong was not too angry towards the gangs that were secretly investigating them. This was the rule of the underworld.

Everyone is fighting for their own interests, but it is still unknown who will have the last laugh in this silent war.

Just then, a subordinate walked in and said, "Boss, someone outside wants to see you and says there is something important to discuss with you."

Lian Haolong raised his head. Oh? Who is it?

He is a businessman from the south, his surname is Zhang.

Lian Haolong smiled slightly and let him in to see what he wanted.

In Lian Haolong's hall, representatives from several smaller gangs, including the Blacksmith Gang and the Mountain Wolf Gang, gathered together, their faces revealing subtle tension and worry.

I heard that the Tenglong Gang's assets have been flowing out recently, and they're going to Lian Haolong's name. What's going on? Zhang Dahai, the representative of the Blacksmith Gang, said without question.

Lian Haolong sat in the main seat in the hall and nodded with a smile. "Zhang Dahai, are you questioning the legitimacy of my cooperation with the Tenglong Gang?"

It's not a question, it's a fact. Zhang Dahai responded, "Recently, our small gangs have been feeling tremendous pressure. If your two big gangs really merge, how will the rest of us survive?"

Lian Haolong took a deep breath, feeling somewhat displeased. He hadn't expected these small gangs to unite so quickly, and even to bring up the issue of his and the Tenglong Gang's asset transfer.