Rebirth of Hong Kong Island, I, the rice class leader

It's almost summer, and people are warm under the sun. If you don't have concentration or your body bones are not strong enough, you can easily become a soft-footed shrimp.

But today, whether it was a soft-footed shrimp or a powerful shrimp, everyone was rushing to the streets.

Because the streets and alleys have already been filled with newspapers, the content is very simple. The Tai Ping Qing Jiao Festival returns to Cheung Chau after 8 years, and the parade will start from today!
Good guy!
The colorful parade, not to mention the citizens of Hong Kong Island were alarmed, even people from Guangfu came to Hong Kong Island to have a look!
The Cheung Chau Colorful Parade originated from the Shawan Colorful Parade. It is said that after the fall of the Taiping Heavenly Kingdom in the 1860s, the Manchu Qing Dynasty banned Cantonese opera, so the residents of Shawan paraded in the costumes of opera characters instead of singing. At that time, this activity was also called Sai Se. .

Later, this event spread to Foshan and was held every year after the autumn harvest as a celebration. It was then introduced to Cheung Chau and became the highlight of the Taiping Qingjiao period.

Hong Kong Island has been suffering for many years, and the two mass graves at Wu Kai Sha and Cuttlefish Island in Ma On Shan are still vivid in our minds. The current batch of citizens on Hong Kong Island can be said to be crying every time.

They have always had endless grievances and resentments in their hearts, and they were about to use the Taiping Jiao activity to wash away their resentments and welcome a sunny day.

Dang, clang, clang, gongs and drums, hundreds of meters long dragon swaying across the market.

From far away, you can see dozens of people dancing in the air like immortals. These are the "sex boys" and "sex girls" performing.

The so-called floating color means that the artists decorate the high table into the style of pavilions, which is also the "color board", and arrange the characters in fixed postures on the color board for the performance.

This floating color is called "color cabinet".

Those with fixed characters are called "sexual stalks". Since this thing is relatively delicate, only handsome boys and girls can be used for performances.

Generally speaking, the characters dressed up as "sex boys" and "sex girls" are mainly legendary characters.

As the saying goes, if a girl is dressed up, her husband's family does not need to marry him; if a boy is dressed up, his wife will be married to her as she pleases.

So even if it is not easy to perform, as long as there are children of the right age at home, they hope that they can perform on stage.

Dong dong, dong dong, amidst the sound of gongs and drums, the Yangko team at the front danced happily to the sound of drums, followed by the high and low "color cabinets".

"Liang Shanbo messes with pigs, Liang Shanbo messes with pigs."

After a flash of excitement, those who recognized his story couldn't help but shout excitedly.

"Dude."

People onlookers couldn't help but roll their eyes when they heard this. People coming to Hong Kong at that time came from all over the world and had different accents. It was normal for them to hear or speak incorrectly.
"It's Liang Shanbo and Zhu Yingtai, not Liang Shanbo and the pigs."

"It's okay, it's okay."

The man stared intently, and murmured: "In the end, we still have to mess around."

Each panel represents a story. Liang Shanbo and Zhu Yingtai were recognized, and others were also recognized one after another.

Dingshan shoots geese, good news comes to Chunkui, Lei Zhenzi saves his father, Tripitaka obtains scriptures, Han Xiangzi attains enlightenment, the goddess scatters flowers, the cockroach spits out the moon, the white ape steals the lamp, Guanyin crosses the clam, Zuo Ci plays Cao, the shepherd dragon girl, three Borrow a banana fan…

Every time one was called out, the general public applauded loudly.

"13 colors, 13 colors."

There were loud shouts in the market: "The busiest time before was the 14-color event, and it seems that it should be the same today."

As they spoke, they saw the sex cabinet being brought out, and the "sex guy" on it was diving, then swimming, and then trying to pull people in.

Impressive!

People outside could tell that they were rescuing people, but they were a little unsure. However, when the local Hong Kong people saw it, they were all overjoyed. They looked left and right and then shouted with all their strength: "Dr. Gao jumped into the water to save people."

"It was Dr. Gao who dived to save people!"

With such a shout, the tourists outside who came to watch the excitement also understood, and they whispered to each other: "But Dr. Gao, who dived to save people in Sai Ying Pun?"

"of course!"

Hong Kong people held their heads high and said: "Who else is there besides Dr. Gao? They say that Dr. Gao is the Dragon King descending to earth, and no one will fall into the water in front of him."

"The big ship at Yuan'an Pier caught fire, and it was the doctor who rescued it."

"The merit is boundless."

"That is."

A group of people burst into laughter.

As usual, the Piaose Parade will tour the whole city, attracting a lot of excitement wherever it goes.

In particular, the character of Dr. Gao diving to save people often attracts compliments.

The sound was so loud that it covered the whole city, and a group of foreigners heard it with gritted teeth.

"I sponsor it myself, and I set up the sex cabinet myself."

Of course it was Keswick and others who dared to say such harsh words. Although they were ghosts, they understood the culture of Hong Kong Island very well.

Especially the Tai Ping Qing Jiao Festival, which is the largest and busiest annual event on Hong Kong Island. It is difficult for them to understand it.

"hypocrite."

"Listen to these shouts out there."

Kadoorie was very calm. After Gao Yao joined CLP, the Kadoorie family became the so-called wealthy idlers.

I can't use my energy at all for official work. I can only drink some coffee and watch the stock market every day.

“The more people believe it, the more it becomes true.”

There was an overwhelming amount of shouting outside, and Keswick and the others could tell that most of it was coming from the bottom of their hearts. This phenomenon made them frown.

"More than that."

Since entering 48, more and more people have come to Hong Kong, and nine out of ten of them are Chinese. If these people are also deceived by high officials, then everyone should just go to sleep.

"There are ships bound for London on the pier these days."

Old Madden, who was engaged in shipping, suddenly spoke: "It is said that Dr. Gao is already sponsoring the London Olympic Committee."

"What do you think he is worried about?"

Because of Lei Guantai, Old Madden didn't have any ill feelings toward Gao Yao, but he was a white man and was in the shipping business. Whether it was from a profit or a personal standpoint, he naturally sided with Keswick and others.

"Of course it's fame and fortune."

A group of white people were jealous and disdainful: "These Chinese like to spend money to invite names."

"A person who deceives the world and steals his reputation."

One of them casually said: "Perhaps I am imitating He Dong, hoping to impress the queen."

It was no secret that He Dong wrote to the British royal family to buy a title. At that time, the British royal family had no food left, so the 1 pounds given by He Dong was definitely a timely help.

But even so, the British royal family did not agree.

Everyone laughed: "Even if you spend money, it depends on the person."

Having said that, a group of people are still a little worried. Gao Yao, a hypocrite, not only knows how to make money, but also knows how to spend money to invite fame.

What a fucking tough opponent.

"I received the wind."

Among them, the two people who paid the most attention to Gao Yao were Keswick and Kadoorie.

Kadoorie's reason is that the power of CLP has fallen to the wayside. He has always been hoping to regain power, so he must pay attention to Gao Yao.

As for Keswick, because Jardine had set up a charity fund, he was afraid that Gao Yao would take the opportunity to invade Jardine, so he paid close attention to Gao Yao's every move.

"Gao Yao re-established the Lok Sin Tong in Kowloon and became the permanent prime minister of the Lok Sin Tong."

"Bad intentions."

Most of the people present here did not pay much attention to Kowloon, but since Keswick mentioned it, they all agreed.

Keswick saw that these guys didn't seem to understand the situation, so he said: "Leshantang is equivalent to the civil administration government."

The Hong Kong Government is a government agency established by the Hong Kong government in Kowloon and the New Territories. It has jurisdiction over rural areas and is an important organization for the Hong Kong government to communicate with the people and handle matters.As soon as these words came out, everyone knew it, no matter how blank-eyed they were, and they were all stunned: "Why is Gao Yao so bold?"

Lok Sin Tong has a long history. It was originally established by Manchu officials. It is very convincing among the people and is very different from Tung Wah Group of Hospitals.

Keswick tried his best to explain, and then said: "He has achieved momentum."

Lok Sin Tong has multiple functions, the most important of which is to exert certain binding force on the people of the New Territories.

Keswick continued: "It has always been difficult for the Hong Kong government to penetrate into the people of the New Territories."

Everyone knows this.

Tai Ying occupied Hong Kong Island, Kowloon, and the New Territories. Among them, they encountered no resistance when they occupied Hong Kong Island and Kowloon.

Perhaps it can be described as welcoming Master Wang.

The New Territories is different. There are tens of millions of people living in that vast land, and they have lived together in groups for many years.

Under the leadership of dozens of surnames, they paid taxes and grain to the Manchus normally. In their eyes, the British came to the New Territories as an invasion.

In particular, the Hong Kong government followed the old practices of Hong Kong Island and Kowloon and directly classified all the land in the New Territories as Crown land, and the original residents, even those with land titles, became tenants.

Taking it by force is nothing more than that.

At that time, the local people, led by various major clans, fought against the British army for the Six-Day War in the New Territories.

Most of the people in Hong Kong Island and Kowloon are outsiders. The most they can do is march, or they may use the opportunity of the parade to engage in small riots.

It's different in the New Territories. These natives are natives, and they really dare to fight against the British to protect their own interests.

After that, although the Hong Kong government suppressed the rebellion, it also realized that the New Territories were different from Hong Kong Island and Kowloon, so it set up New Territories Justices of the Peace to manage the countryside.

The so-called New Territories Justices of the Peace are elected from unofficial Justices of the Peace. The biggest difference is that as long as they are appointed, they are ex-officio members of the Heung Yee Kuk and have actual power!

To put it simply, it is still these country gentry who currently control the actual power in the New Territories.

According to historical tradition, squires often enter Leshan Hall and become the prime minister of that year.

Can Gao Yao, now the permanent prime minister of Leshan Hall, influence these squires?In turn, can it affect the views of the Governor?
When Keswick said this, a group of people were shocked.

The Governor is the local emperor, and his influence in Hong Kong Island is only under God. If he relies on Gaoyao, it will be a catastrophe for foreigners who make a living by franchise.

It was about future glory and wealth. A group of people suddenly became anxious and asked for advice: "What should we do?"

"Taipan, since you opened your mouth, you must have an idea?"

Of course Keswick has an idea, otherwise he would just make a fool of himself.

Hearing this, he did not lose his appetite and said: "Gentlemen, I will only make two points."

"First, unity, we must be united."

Keswick glanced at Kadoorie: "Because of our disunity, Mr. Kadoorie lost his CLP."

Kadoorie thought to himself, now that he knew it, what had he been doing earlier?
Everyone nodded. They would definitely not feel the pain unless the pole fell on them, so they all said, "You should take this as a warning."

Kadoorie almost vomited blood.

Keswick added: "Second point, combine vertically and horizontally!"

Everyone is at a loss, and they are united vertically and horizontally?They know what it means. The question is, what other forces can join forces on Hong Kong Island now?
Gao Yao has always been upright in doing things, and many of the cards he plays are bright cards.

Chaozhou Gang, Hakka Gang, Dongguan Gang…

The major forces among the Chinese in Hong Kong Island are basically in collusion with Gao Yaoduo. The dragnet covers the entire Hong Kong Island and is almost suffocating.

Under such circumstances, they really didn't know which force would dare to jump out and cause trouble for Gao Yao.

Keswick said mysteriously: "Everyone, where do we come from?"

Of course it’s from London…

wrong…

The sharp-minded among the crowd was surprised: "Shanghai Beach?"

"That's right!"

At that time, most of the foreign banks on Hong Kong Island were headquartered in Shanghai, or their main business was in Shanghai.

Hong Kong Island is just a backup base for these people.

If it weren't for the little devils who invaded Hong Kong Island and robbed everything here, these people would probably still be happy on the beach.

"Ningbo Gang?"

Keswick couldn't help but clapped his hands: "That's right."

"But."

Someone said: "The Ningbo Gang is entrenched in Shanghai and it would be difficult for us to intervene at any time. How could they come to Hong Kong Island?"

There is a saying that Shanghai was the Pearl of the Far East at that time. In terms of enjoyment, economy and development, Hong Kong Island was far behind.

Let me just say that most of the people coming to Hong Kong at that time were Cantonese and Hakka. However, the entertainment life of Hong Kong residents could only focus on Cantonese opera. The venues for ordinary citizens to watch Cantonese opera performances were teahouses and pubs.

Is it because they don’t want to be rich?Don't want to listen to music?

nonexistent…

At that time, the center of popular music was Shanghai...

Hong Kong Island became a popular music center after the great revolution in 49. Shanghai's "popular folk music" moved south, and composers, lyricists, musicians, and singers came to Hong Kong one after another.

Then Hong Kong Island replaced Shanghai overnight and became the new base for Mandarin-language contemporary music.

Therefore, the current entertainment for ordinary citizens is really lackluster. Even white people just do some salon dances and the like to pass the time.

Seeing that everyone's emotions were aroused by him, Keswick said: "Everyone, the red bandits have entered the gate now."

"The Chinese have a saying that a gentleman should not stand behind a dangerous wall."

"I can confirm that some people from Shanghai are already preparing to go south to Hong Kong Island to seek refuge."

"They will bring a lot of money and manpower."

At that time, Shanghai Beach was a real crocodile pool, with crouching tigers, hidden dragons and others appearing frequently. Rich people like Hong Kong Island simply couldn't get enough of it in front of Shanghai's wealthy businessmen.

"Hong Kong Island is only so big, and there is only so much fat on the table."

Keswick said loudly: "Everyone, with the appetite of these big crocodiles, do you think they will engage in high-profile affairs?"

Someone asked: "Taiwan, why can't they cooperate?"

Keswick laughed: "Have you ever seen lions from one group cooperate with lions from other groups to hunt?"

The man was suddenly enlightened, and he gave a thumbs up: "Taiwan's clever plan to calm the world."

Everyone nodded: "Wonderful, wonderful, the Ningbo Gang is very powerful. If these people come to Hong Kong, they will definitely not make a small fuss, they will definitely do big business."

Since you want to do big business, you will definitely have conflicts with local snakes. This is an obvious reason.

Keswick said leisurely: "When the time comes, as long as we use some means, the people in the Ningbo Gang will definitely cooperate with us."

"In terms of funding, opportunities, and conditions, do they have other options?"

Everyone immediately took it for granted.

But some people suddenly felt sad and heartbroken: "I am a great hero in the world, but now in a small place like Hong Kong Island, we are beaten by high-ranking officials and want to join forces with the Ningbo Gang."

As soon as these words came out, the scene fell into silence. (End of chapter)