Chapter 21 Flopping Cards
"President Gu, Mr. Li doesn't have to hurt the peace for a little bit of trouble. You don't restrain your brothers. If everyone accidentally gets fired, it would be unsatisfactory! I specially invited a few friends who mediated, and I think everyone will give them face!"
Huang Baiwan stood up to smooth things out at this time, but everyone was more concerned about who he was talking about. As he spoke, the brothers of the robe separated and six people came in. One Chinese, the other five were wearing kimonos and samurai swords. It turned out that they were five Japanese ronin. The Chinese in this era had a natural fear of foreigners. The Japanese were also known for their ruthlessness. Therefore, when they saw them appear, many merchants were frightened. It seemed that Huang Baiwan was indeed a good move. Not only did he invite people from the Brother Laohui, but he also invited Japanese. Is the president of the Chamber of Commerce going to fall into his hands?
However, everyone was unwilling to accept it. In their original intentions, they tend to be the majority of people. With several factories as models, they think Qiao Yu’s route seems to be correct, but this foreigner can’t afford to offend him. If the foreigner also supports Huang Baiwan, he would really think about it! Anyway, according to past experience, the power of the Chamber of Commerce president is not very great, so what if he just gives Huang Baiwan.
However, some businessmen with clear minds do not think so. The meaning behind this Chamber of Commerce's election is too important. It is a battle between two paths. Whether to start an industry independently, fight for profit, or to servilely seek life from foreigners. Some ambitions are eager to do something on their own, so they are naturally willing to run their own factories. When they see Huang Baiwan invite foreigners, they feel very unhappy. However, they don't believe that Qiao Yu has no means to do anything, so they patiently watch the development of the situation.
Soon the six people arrived at the main hall. The five Japanese ronin were very arrogant, leaning on sabers, looking at the ceiling with a few pairs of rat eyes, and the corners of their mouths were tilted, as if no one was in their eyes.
The Chinese man looked less than forty years old and was very elegant with glasses. He hurried to Li Yaoting when he arrived at the main hall and bowed.
"Hello, Mr. Li, Cangbai has gone to southern Sichuan. I'll greet you on his behalf!"
After a while, the old man slowly spoke: "Isn't this Liewu? Why do you want to mess with my husband's venue? What do you think of the old man as? First it was Gu Jinlong, then you Zhang Peijue, and these Japanese people. Do you still have me, the old man in your eyes? This is my home!"
When Zhang Peijue saw this, Li Yaoting was so angry and at a loss. Qiao Yu, who was beside him, knew from Li Yaoting's words that the person in front of him was Zhang Peijue, who was also a big man. He joined Yang Shukan instigating Chongqing's independence, established the Shu military government, and became the governor. He can be regarded as the second-ranking figure of the Chongqing Revolutionary Party.
There is also a marriage relationship between the Li family and the Tongmenghui. Yang Shukan's son and Li Yaoting's granddaughter made a marriage for children. From this relationship alone, Zhang Peijue did not dare to act wildly in front of the old man. However, the matter was too urgent, so he had to join forces with Huang Baiwan to seize the Chongqing Chamber of Commerce. He also invited the five Japanese ronin to take over the venue.
"Mr. Li, you are a senior. How dare I be arrogant in front of you? But Boss Huang is a passionate patriot. We can't bear to see the Chongqing Chamber of Commerce fall into the hands of a despicable villain!"
As he said that, Zhang Peijue was waiting for Qiao Yu fiercely. He had heard Yang Shukan talk about the meeting with Qiao Yu. Not only did Qiao Yu not support the revolution, but he also played with them. He also heard that Qiao Yu had helped Niu Chuanshan train the patrol police. In the eyes of Tongmenghui, this was a lackey of the Qing Dynasty. Now the Chongqing Tongmenghui hated this person. Yang Shukan also secretly scolded Yu Peilun and others for not knowing people. Why did he get rid of this disaster without being in Japan? Now that the enemy meets, how can Zhang Peijue not be angry!…
"Why did the man surnamed Huang become a patriot? Are you good people looking at you? Those who oppose you are bastards. My old man believed in industry and saved the country all his life. Even if he died, he would not be a slave to foreigners. This is my chamber of commerce, so he must listen to me. I..." The old man seemed to be anxious. His throat was blocked and he could not speak anymore. In an instant, his face turned red and he fell straight onto the chair. Li Heyang, who was beside him, hurriedly supported the old man, quickly summoned his family to send the old man to the backyard, and then bowed to everyone.
"My father is not in good health, I'll be guilty first!" He also turned around and left. As soon as the Li family left, there were only people from Qiao Yu and Huang Baiwan's side left. Everyone present calmed down and it was time for the bayonet to turn red. Huang Baiwan's side now has a huge advantage. But I don't know if Qiao Yu would have any trump card, otherwise he would just wait to admit defeat. Even if everyone was willing to elect Bai Kuan, they could not stop those people from Brother Laohui, let alone five Japanese ronin.
Papa, a sudden slap slap hit everyone's ears, and a voice shouted sternly: "Huang Yituo, Boss Huang is really a good method. He invited so many people to cheer you up at once. However, this is the Chamber of Commerce. This is a place where there are rules and a king. These hooligans and gangsters are useless, and that rioters are even more useless. This is the territory of the Chinese and the Japanese are useless. Huang Yituo, you have violated the rules of the Chamber of Commerce. Do you want to control the Chamber of Commerce by violence? I now recommend that all members of the Chongqing Chamber of Commerce expel Huang Yituo from the membership and completely expel them from the Chamber of Commerce!"
Huang Baiwan's native name is Huang Yitu, but this name has not been called directly for a long time. Who doesn't respectfully call him Boss Huang? Therefore, Huang Baiwan was very angry. He looked up and saw that it was Qiao Yu who was speaking. When Gu Jinlong heard that Qiao Yu said he was a gangster, he was also angry and took a big step forward, stretching out a palm-slap to hit Qiao Yu. At this time, Wang Tianhe, who had been beside Qiao Yu, shook his figure and punched Gu Jinlong's palm. With a bang, Wang Tianhe and Gu Jinlong both took two steps back.
"It turns out that he is also a master, but you are still a little tender. Let your grandpa Gu teach you a lesson!" Gu Jinlong took off his coat, put on a pose, and wanted to compete with Wang Tianhe.
"Tianhe, it's just a dog, why waste time with him!"
"As for the order!" Gu Jinlong screamed when he heard this, and he rushed over like a bear. Suddenly, Gu Jinlong's body stopped. It turned out that a box cannon had already been pressed against his chest. Even if you have great skills, you can't resist the smoker. However, Gu Jinlong looked contemptuous.
"Children Qiao Yu, do you think a gun can scare your Grandpa Jinlong? If you have the ability, just shoot. As long as you dare to shoot, I can guarantee that there will be tens of thousands of brothers in the robe immediately, and you will be slaughtering your whole family! There are rules in the world of martial arts. If you break the rules, you are seeking death!"
"A gun can't scare you, how many more!" As he spoke, Qiao Yu took out a box cannon from his arms and fired an empty gun outside. Before the gunshots fell, he heard a neat sound of footsteps outside. Soon, hundreds of guards with live ammunition came out from all directions, and then surrounded the robbers in the center.
Today's events are indeed very interesting. The Li family is as lively as a temple fair. Huang Baiwan and Qiao Yu each showed their cards, and the scene was chaotic. The businessmen who came to the party also experienced waves of excitement. However, they all secretly called it wonderful. They took this opportunity to see who is more powerful and who is the real master of Chongqing's business world. In this not peaceful world, people who speak not their mouths but fists. People with a little money will raise some guards. If they don't have that kind of hatred, they will be swallowed by others.
Huang Baiwan originally thought that a brother would be able to support the situation, and with the support of the Japanese and Tongmenghui, he was not afraid that Qiao Yu would not submit. He didn't know that the situation suddenly changed, and hundreds of officers and soldiers with guns and ammunition suddenly appeared. How could he not be frightened!
Zhang Peijue was also guilty. Now the Tongmenghui launched an uprising in Guangzhou, and the money raised by Sichuan was still insufficient. Yang Shukan had already gone to southern Sichuan to raise money, and the Chongqing matter was chaired by Zhang Peijue. It happened that Huang Baiwan found Ge Laohui and wanted Ge Laohui to help. After learning the news, Zhang Peijue immediately realized that this was an opportunity. After several discussions, he reached an agreement with Huang Baiwan. They helped Huang Baiwan to become the president of the Chamber of Commerce, and they could get enough funds. They thought it would be easy to make Qiao Yu surrender, but Zhang Peijue didn't know that their Tongmenghui was too messy, so how could he hide it from Qiao Yu? Now that they were in an unfavorable situation, they were also responsible for it!
Chapter completed!