Done! Your Majesty is going to prostitute me for free!

Chapter 77

Whether this brothel is an extension of Ma Laosan's self-established industry or a trophy obtained by him, under the current severe situation, all this has become irrelevant.

A large group of people stopped in front of the brothel. The young officials were all excited and clenched their fists. It was as if they could hear the low creaking sound of the friction between bones. They knew in their hearts that if they could succeed in this operation, Emerging in the officialdom and winning the favor of Mr. Li Dexian and the equally powerful Mr. Li is undoubtedly an important step for them to overcome obstacles and rise step by step in their official career. However, life does not always play out according to the script people imagined. Lin Xiaofeng did not order an immediate all-out attack. Instead, he asked the soldiers to surround the brothel. He quietly stepped into this place with only Li Dexian and the always loyal and reliable Xie Hongxin. In a building that seems to be peaceful but is actually full of dangers, a more thrilling contest is about to unfold.

As soon as I stepped into the threshold of the brothel with a gold-lacquered plaque, a strong contrast rushed to my eyes like a tide. The prosperous reputation engraved on the plaque formed a sharp contrast with the empty and desolate scene inside the door, as if to ridicule Those passers-by who had imagined that this place was still lively and lively with singing and dancing. There was a dead silence inside, like a corner forgotten by time. There was no sign of the symphony of silk and bamboo orchestras and the joy of the crowd.

Under this deep silence, a middle-aged lady who has gone through many vicissitudes but still retains a bit of grace walks gracefully out of the darkness. She is dressed in gorgeous and complicated clothes and interacts with the worldly mockery inadvertently leaked from the corners of her eyes and eyebrows. Set off, forming an intriguing picture. Her eyes were like autumn water, showing cunning and playfulness. She glanced at the three big men with different temperaments in front of her. She slightly curled the corner of her mouth, drawing a slightly sarcastic arc. Her voice was long and challenging: "Look Look at you three rough men, you broke into our flashy world, are you looking for some rare thing?"

Faced with this provocation and temptation, Lin Xiaofeng's face was as serious as an ancient well. Although his words were so plain that they were almost indifferent, they were full of irresistible perseverance and majesty: "Please tell Ma Laosan that I am waiting here." His presence.”

Before the words were spoken, what was unexpected was that the half-old lady did not restrain herself, but instead let out a burst of sharp and ear-piercing laughter, which was like a sharp knife cutting through the air, piercing people's hearts. Her eyes became more lively and erratic at this moment, looking wildly at the heroic young man next to Lin Xiaofeng, and her words were frivolous and seductive: "Oh, young man, how can you see Ma Laosan just by saying you can see him?" I see, if you want to see him, it’s better to let this handsome young man next to you accompany me to have fun with my sister, and maybe there will be a chance.”

The air at this moment seems to be frozen, carrying the struggle between worldliness and power, and also foreshadowing a silent contest that is about to unfold.

When Li Dexian heard Xu Niang's words, it was like a thunderbolt hitting his heart. He was stunned for a moment. He raised his fingers with white knuckles trembling slightly, like a dead branch struck by thunder, and pointed at the bridge of his nose with trembling. His words were forced out of his throat, like the creaking and twisting of an old stone mill, and the shock and doubt mixed in them were like waves: "I...I...you... Are you referring to me, Li Dexian?" At this moment, the image of the strict, solemn and majestic official in the yamen in the past seemed to peel off in an instant, revealing an ordinary person who was at a loss in the face of unexpected changes.

The lady, on the other hand, looked like she had seen through the world and was at ease with her situation. Her eyebrows were slightly raised and her eyes were smiling, showing a cynical and slightly joking expression. She was as magnanimous as stone, and her tone was melodious and full of ridicule: "That's right, I'm talking about you, little brother. Sister, I admire your vigor and drive like a newborn calf who is not afraid of tigers." Her words flowed in her words. His unrestrained and uninhibited attitude, as well as his disregard for secular ethics, are particularly eye-catching in this world that strictly abides by etiquette, like a bright cinnabar mole, stinging everyone's eyes.

Lin Xiaofeng stood aside quietly at this moment, watching this absurd drama with cold eyes. His eyelids twitched quietly, like a circle of ripples on the lake. Deep in his heart, he silently commented: This woman can be called the most bold and free-spirited woman he has encountered since he entered the world. The character's words and deeds are truly the true colors of a gangster, straightforward and unabashed, completely ignoring the constraints of secular rules and face. At this time, Li Dexian's face seemed to be burned by fire, and it was instantly dyed red with shame. The embarrassment flowed out from the bottom of his heart like spring water, and solidified in the air, making him stand there, unable to find it for a long time. An appropriate verbal response.

Just when such a delicate atmosphere was about to reach a critical point, Lin Xiaofeng's inner patience reached its limit, and he finally could not suppress the anger and majesty rising in his chest. He suddenly turned around, his eyes were like torches, his voice was like a knife, and he shouted decisively: "That's enough! Stop showing off here and summon Ma Laosan quickly and tell him to get out and see me immediately!" This scolding was like the explosion of thunder. , shocking all parties, the determination and power contained in it are irresistible to anyone.

However, instead of flinching from Lin Xiaofeng's toughness, the half-aged lady was ignited by his harsh attitude. Like dry wood meeting a raging fire, her complexion turned into an iron-like blue-grey color in an instant. , the texture of his skin seemed to reveal an irrepressible anger. She pursed her lips tightly, and the majesty between her brows was like dead leaves shrouded in autumn frost, and forcefully squeezed out a cold and sharp retort: ​​"Ha! You ignorant juniors, how dare you act wild here, and have such delusional ideas? I, the third master, will put down his dignity and meet you in person?"

Lin Xiaofeng not only showed no fear at Xu Niang's censure, but instead strengthened his determination. His tone became more determined and deeper. Every word was like a stone polished by the years, and it was loud and clear: "No more words, hurry up." I went to inform Ma Laosan and said that Lin came here today to settle old accounts and recover the debt stained with blood and tears. If necessary, I would not hesitate to pay the price of annihilating his entire clan! "This sentence was like a sharp sword honed to perfection, piercing the air and pointing directly at Ma Laosan's life gate.

As Lin Xiaofeng's words fell, time in the entire brothel seemed to have condensed into a piece of hard ice. The vicious words that the old lady had been preparing to speak were also forced by this invisible pressure to have nowhere to release, and could only be stuck. Deep in the throat. At this suffocating moment, Xie Hongxin, who was usually taciturn, suddenly struck out, like a thunderous blow, and punched the wooden table next to him. There was only a loud "click" sound, and the table suddenly fell into pieces and sawdust flew. His expression was as cold as a frozen lake, and there was endless power in his calmness. This scene shocked the entire audience and shocked the heart of the originally aggressive middle-aged lady, and her arrogant and domineering aura disappeared in an instant. She quickly restrained her previous arrogance, her body trembled slightly, she twisted her waist nervously, and quickly fled towards the second floor, obviously eager to convey the sudden crisis to Ma Laosan.

Suddenly there was a sound of rapid and heavy footsteps upstairs, followed by a low and angry roar from deep in the chest. A middle-aged man whose face was distorted by anger appeared at the top of the stairs. His iconic mustache danced on his angry face. Although he was thin, he exuded a strong and powerful temperament. He was surrounded by several men with bulging muscles and ferocious faces. Lin Xiaofeng's eyes were sharp, and after careful identification, he confirmed that the person in front of him was Ma Laosan, whom they had been tracking for several days. He straightened his back, his voice filled with unswerving strength, and asked loudly: "Are you the eldest brother known as Ma Laosan?"

After hearing these words, Ma Laosan's eyes were like a sharpened sickle, cutting between Lin Xiaofeng and his friends one by one. Especially when this gaze touched Xie Hongxin's eyes, which were as deep as the abyss, his expression quietly changed subtly, and that hint of vigilance flowed out quietly but unconcealably like water flowing under the ice in early spring. He seemed to have captured a hidden crisis from Xie Hongxin's calm expression. It was a dangerous atmosphere that only a sophisticated veteran could be keenly aware of. The Adam's apple rolled under his neck like a rock rolling down. He gave a dull response and admitted his identity frankly: "Yes, I am Ma Laosan. You are here late at night. Is there something urgent that you need to discuss urgently?"

At this time, before Lin Xiaofeng could speak, Li Dexian, who was full of enthusiasm, was already on the string and impatient. I saw him suddenly exerting force, like a beast ready to go, and stepped heavily on the mottled wooden table, instantly portraying a heroic scene. His voice was passionate, like a war drum breaking through the sky, and he said loudly: "Of course I am here to implement justice in the world and cleanse the dirt of the world! Ma Laosan, you have committed many crimes. Tonight, we specially come to visit you to teach you how to do it." To truly change your past and start a new life!”

Facing Li Dexian's loud accusation, Ma Laosan not only did not show the slightest hint of fear, but instead curved a sneer on the corner of his mouth, like the coldness in the cold wind in winter, with a trace of contempt and disdain in his eyes: "Hey, you're still young. Little brat, which Bodhisattva in the temple lent you the courage to wave your immature swords here and challenge me, Ma Laosan? Come on, give me all these juniors who don’t know the heights of heaven and earth. Tied up, I want them to experience for themselves what the real rules of the world are made of iron and blood, what is the real sinister heart, and the ruthlessness of the world!" As the words fell, the air seemed to freeze for a moment, waiting for the coming storm.

The minions under Ma Laosan's command all looked fierce and gearing up, about to take action against the target in front of them, but in an instant, Lin Xiaofeng's shout cut off the momentum that was ready to go. The sound was like a bolt from the blue, soaring into the sky, abruptly breaking the tense atmosphere that was about to boil. Lin Xiaofeng's eyes were as sharp as a sword, piercing, and contained an unshakable determination and perseverance, as if they could penetrate people's hearts. He stepped forward, with solemnity and majesty in his demeanor, and solemnly declared his identity: "Ma Laosan, please listen to me. In the world, they respectfully call me 'Mr. De'; as for this guy , is Mr. Li, who is famous in the Beicheng Military and Horse Division and is known to everyone. You should understand that we are not an existence that you can easily provoke. "

When Ma Laosan heard this, he felt as if he had been given a slap in the face, and his heartstrings suddenly tightened. Those two names rang loudly in his ears, frightening him even more than the thunder. His expression changed rapidly, and he was speculating deep in his heart, trying his best to recall whether he had done anything evil recently that touched the bottom line of these two volcanoes. However, no matter how hard he racked his brains to search every corner of his memory, he could not find any trace of a possible conflict between the two of them. Facing the grim reality, Ma Laosan understood the truth that those who understand current affairs are heroes. He immediately adjusted his posture, forced a flattering yet polite smile on his face, and pretended to apologize: "Oh, there is nothing wrong with life." We meet each other. I didn't expect that Mr. De and Mr. Li would be here today. It's because I didn't receive you well and couldn't welcome you from afar. I hope you'll forgive me for being rude. However, these two heroes suddenly came to my humble home. I don't know what urgent matters I need to do. Discuss?"

In order to calm down the possible uproar, Ma Laosan, with quick eyes and quick hands, signaled his men to fetch a heavy bag of silver. He personally walked down the stairs, showing extra caution and respect in every step, and then carefully placed the bag of silver firmly on the table in front of Lin Xiaofeng, accompanied by his deliberately lowered posture and apologetic smile: " Mr. De, your name has been respected for a long time. You and Mr. Li both became famous at a young age, were invincible and powerful. Now that you have condescended to come to me, is there any far-sighted insights or teachings that you are willing to give to juniors like us?"

However, in that narrow space illuminated by dim candlelight, Lin Xiaofeng was like a stern judge, turning a deaf ear to the shining silver ingot on the table in front of him. His figure slowly walked around this wooden table that carried sin and desire. Every step he took was like an iron hoof stepping on Ma Laosan's fearful heart, causing ripples. His words were like the north wind blowing through dead branches in winter, cold to the bone but containing sharp and harsh sarcasm: "Back then, an ignorant child once asked me whether people should be greedy. I warned him that greed is the beginning of all evil. , it is nonsense for a child or a mediocre person like you who hangs out in the market to be motivated by a few coins. You must have the courage to be greedy for big things and seek ruthlessness! Ma Laosan, do you think these scattered silver taels are enough to block our mouths and prevent you from getting away safely? This kind of approach is just thrown on the street. What’s the difference between a beggar and a beggar?”

At this moment, Li Dexian calmly intervened in the scene, grabbed the bag of silver on the table, and showed disdain and dissatisfaction with his movements. He weighed the silver in his hand, and a sneer appeared at the corner of his mouth: "Hey, it's just fifty taels of silver." That's all, what does this mean to us? How can such a meager charity be put to great use? In my opinion, at least one bag per person can match our status!" After saying this, Li Dexian threw the money away angrily. Returning to the table, there was a dull crash, which seemed to be a ruthless mockery of Ma Laosan's groveling behavior, which further highlighted the feebleness of his actions.

"Brothers, why don't you come in quickly to discuss important matters?" Li Dexian's voice was like the beating of war drums at dawn. The many clerks who had been waiting outside the door suddenly swarmed in like wolves and tigers, their eyes as sharp as Knife, with firm and powerful steps, they are obviously ready to attack. The siege layout of Ma Laosan has already been planned, and they are only waiting for the opportunity to strike with thunder. At this moment, this undercurrent of conflict is like the dark clouds pressing down on the city on the eve of a heavy rain, and is about to unveil the prelude to a more intense and turbulent storm.

Lin Xiaofeng huddled quietly in a dark corner, and the bitter smile pulled from the corner of his mouth was like the last tenaciously struggling fallen leaf in autumn, trembling in the strong wind, full of endless worry and desolation. A heavy emotion surged deep in his heart. He recalled that Li Dexian, who was once gentle and elegant, was now enveloped by a strong and reckless temperament. That unruly and unscrupulous banditry was like wildfire in the wilderness. , if not curbed, will eventually become a runaway horse, turning into a destructive force that is difficult for anyone to control, directly impacting one's own core interests.

After some painful and rational consideration, Lin Xiaofeng decided to play the role of the planner in the chaotic situation, carefully weaving a more grand and far-reaching chess game for Li Dexian, leading him to find the right path on a more important stage, so as to avoid We are trapped deeper and deeper in this whirlpool of power struggle, until we are stuck in the mud and unable to save ourselves.

At this moment, facing the sudden influx of minor officials, Ma Laosan's face instantly drained of color, fear and stubbornness intertwined in his pupils, just like a lone wolf who suddenly found that the territory he relied on for survival was surrounded by wolves. . Although Ma Laosan, Li Dexian, and Lin Xiaofeng have been ups and downs in the world together, each taking their own side, maintaining a fragile and delicate balanced relationship, but today the two giant Buddhas joined forces to step on the door, and their aggressive posture showed that they Determined to destroy the foundation that Ma Laosan has worked hard for many years in one fell swoop. Ma Laosan knew very well that even if he had been struggling for half his life in the bloody storm, facing such a powerful offensive, he could only swallow his fear and try his best to stabilize his position, at least for the dignity and pride in the bones of the Jianghu people. , fight to the death, even if the outcome is destined to end in death.

At this moment, Ma Laosan roared in his throat, his teeth embedded deeply into his lower lip, and let out a heart-shaking roar: "Get out of here!" The words were still in his ears, and there was already a noise on the second floor, with more than twenty fierce gangsters. He rushed downstairs like a wolf and a tiger. Lin Xiaofeng looked around coldly. Among this group of people were young people who had just passed their prime years, and even a young boy who was still young mixed in. This made Lin Xiaofeng couldn't help but ignite an unknown fire in his heart, both against violence and violence. Rampant indignation, but also deep regret for the innocent boy who went astray and fell into the dangers of the world.

Li Dexian sat there, staring at Ma Laosan with deep and complicated eyes. The emotions intertwined in his eyes were like a drama that has not yet begun but has foreseen the ending, full of compassion and regret. A silent sigh surged in his heart, as if he was telling Ma Laosan: Ma Laosan, Ma Laosan, you have now hit the stubborn rock of Xie Hongxin. Even if you can gather thousands of troops to resist, Facing the approaching wheel of fate, how can we turn things around?
Ma Laosan stood there, trying his best to straighten his weathered waist. The fear in his heart was like a candle in a cold night, swaying in the strong wind, but he struggled desperately. He tried hard to suppress the turbulent emotions in his chest, and spoke slowly and forcefully word by word with a calm tone that had been honed on the battlefield: "I wonder why the two of you came to the Ji Gang? Our Three Gods Gang... ······" However, just as Ma Laosan's words were still echoing in the air, trying to piece together a reasonable explanation, suddenly, a dull and thunderous "dong" sound tore through the tense tranquility. , like a thunderbolt piercing the sky, caught off guard. Xie Hongxin's figure was as fast as lightning, too fast to be caught. In an instant, Ma Laosan's head was pressed heavily on the heavy wooden table that had been deposited by the years. Ma Laosan suddenly felt a buzzing and trembling in his head, as if countless tiny steel needles were stabbing into his brain instantly. Under the severe pain, the calmness and pride he had tried so hard to maintain collapsed instantly, and was replaced by boundless fear and despair. . He roared hoarsely, his voice full of pleading and warning: "Do you really want to be my enemy, Ma? Open your eyes and look, I have dozens of brothers who live and die together! Before you take action, you can You must understand that this action will bring about the consequences of blood feud and life and death!"

Lin Xiaofeng's expression did not change upon hearing his voice, as calm as still water flowing deep, and his hands were naturally folded across his chest. There was an elusive indifference and calmness in this gesture. His eyes moved, and he glanced sideways at Li Dexian. In the moment when their eyes met, it was as if thousands of words were condensed in silence. Through this subtle look at each other, they revealed their inner secrets and intentions. In an instant, they were perceived and understood by the other party, forming a tacit understanding that allows communication without the need for words.

Li Dexian moved his feet and leaned forward slightly. A pair of slender fingers, like elves on the strings, drew an elegant and indifferent arc in the air, and then landed frivolously on Ma Laosan's body, which was twisted and deformed by the severe pain. On the cheek, there was a hint of cruel playfulness in the slapping motion. A sarcastic smile appeared on the corner of his mouth, and the words slipped out of his throat with a joking and cruel tone: "Hey, Ma Laosan, I really saw you right, you are a bit tough, how dare you use Come and play a game of life and death with us with your own life."

Ma Laosan is now on the edge of the cliff between life and death, and his world is swaying in the torrent of pain and anger. His teeth were clenched so hard that they almost broke, and the indignation rising from the bottom of his heart was as fierce as a burning fire. He endured the pain and squeezed out a sentence, his voice full of tenacity and unyielding: "Although I am just a gangster who lives on the streets, I am not someone who can be easily frightened by you ruthless characters. What do you want? Whatever you want, you might as well just say it!”

When Li Dexian heard Ma Laosan's response, the smile on his face became more and more cold and proud, like the cold moon shining in the dark night, and his words were full of provocation: "Actually, I just want you to personally Taste it, what is the real hardship and suffering that life has to offer." As soon as he finished speaking, he quickly grabbed the dust accumulated in the corner of the table and threw it away without hesitation towards Ma Laosan's wide eyes. At this moment, the dust was like a knife, piercing Ma Laosan's eyes, and he immediately fell into the endless abyss of pain. His eyes felt like they were being licked crazily by hot flames, and he was in agony. He hurriedly covered his eyes and let out bursts of heart-rending wails. The sound echoed back and forth in the empty room and could not dissipate for a long time, as if every inch of the air was soaked with sadness and despair.

The gangsters on the second floor were like ants on a hot pot. They were all gearing up and eager to try, but they were frightened by what happened to their boss at the moment. No one dared to act rashly. Ma Laosan's eyes were so painful that he could hardly open them. His vision was blurred, and his heart felt like a mixed bag of emotions. He was so frustrated that he almost exploded. He cursed secretly in his mind. He usually collected protection fees, but he still found a reasonable excuse. Who would have thought that there would be such a group of seemingly gentle government officials who would be so brutal and unreasonable as soon as they entered the door.

Ma Laosan struggled to twist his body in severe pain, and his eyes were filled with tears because of the dust. He could barely open his eyes normally, and could only rely on instinct and emotion to shout hoarsely: "What on earth are you going to do?! How do you want us to stop?!" His voice was full of despair and anger, as if he was A final protest against the world.

Li Dexian did not restrain his smile because of this, and the smile looked particularly cold and arrogant on his face. He approached Ma Laosan step by step, and his tone was calm but aggressive: "Ma Laosan, do you know who has the final say on the boundaries of the North Langfang area now? Who authorized you to collect people's hard-earned money here?!" His voice It was full of majesty and indubitability, as if it was a final trial of Ma Laosan.

Listening to Li Dexian's questioning, Ma Laosan gradually realized that the government was not asking for bribes as a routine matter this time, but was here to settle old accounts. He was wondering in his heart, this month's share of the money had clearly been handed over to the superiors on time, how could this sudden change happen? He began to weigh the pros and cons, knowing that the situation at this moment no longer allowed him to have any hesitation or luck. Therefore, Ma Laosan had to lower his arrogant head and responded almost pleadingly: "Yes! This is the place under your jurisdiction, Mr. Li. I am really blind. From now on, I will never dare to make my own decisions again!" "His voice was full of helplessness and submission, as if he was bowing his head to the world and admitting his mistake.

However, Li Dexian was not satisfied with this. His tone became more severe and asked: "But, how should you deal with the debts you owed in the past?" His voice was full of threats and no doubts, as if he was telling Ma Third child, this reckoning is far from over.

Under Xie Hongxin's iron-cold and ruthless suppression, the pain in Ma Laosan's head was like thousands of sharp needles pricking him, instantly pushing him into the abyss of pain. His voice was hoarse and deformed from the severe pain, and he shouted almost hysterically on the verge of despair: "That... I have already handed over all the money to the Yamen! Word by word, These words seemed to have exhausted the last bit of energy in his body, and burst out from his chest that was squeezed to the point of breaking. The endless grievances and deep confusion contained in them were like an unstoppable torrent, overwhelming him. His emotional defense line kept him on the edge of the cliff of collapse.

Hearing this, Li Dexian's originally calm face suddenly flashed with a look of astonishment, and his eyes turned to Lin Xiaofeng, who was always watching silently. Lin Xiaofeng was also caught off guard by the development of this matter. He narrowed his eyes slightly and shrugged slightly. The faint doubt lingered around him like mist, reflecting his surprise and confusion about the sudden situation in front of him: "Ma Laosan, please Let’s take a closer look, how did this money move around, and where did it end up?”

Ma Laosan's face was now hideous in pain, and his facial muscles were twisted into a ball due to the severe pain. Sweat rolled down like peas, soaking his collar and sliding down his vicissitudes of face. He endured the severe pain and made a sound that was almost pleading, with tears and sweat intertwined: "Two great gentlemen, can you allow me to take a breather?"

However, "No!" Li Dexian's answer was as cold as the ice on a winter night, without any warmth. He raised a handful of dust in his hand again and threw it towards Ma Laosan's injured eyes without hesitation. This scene deeply hurt Lin Xiaofeng's eyes. He frowned and thought silently: Li Dexian, a subordinate who has been with him for a long time, is now acting more decisively and cruelly, like a sharpened blade, which is chilling.

Ma Laosan's face full of grooves was twisted in severe pain. Dust fell quietly like traces of time, mixed with his hot tears, slowly flowing along his rough cheeks. He spoke every word as if with his life. He said solemnly like he was making an oath: "I will hand over 30% of the money earned with blood and sweat every month to the Yamen in accordance with the rules of the world. The remaining 70% will be used to subsidize my brothers and let them To be able to make ends meet in this world.”

When Li Dexian heard this, he felt as if he was struck by thunder. His body suddenly shook, and his pupils instantly expanded like a full moon filled with anger. He turned to Lin Xiaofeng with great anger and spat, his words mixed with incomparable hatred and disdain. , "That Yang Laoba is really a scum with a conscience, and he actually colluded with these gangsters to oppress and humiliate kind and innocent people!"

Lin Xiaofeng remained calm. He gently pressed Li Dexian's tense shoulders, and his words were soothing. He comforted him in a low and powerful voice: "Your Highness, please don't be impatient. This matter will be resolved by itself. I will go to interrogate Mr. Yang in person later." Eight, we must ask to get to the bottom of it." After saying this, he turned his profound gaze to Ma Laosan, his face was as solemn as iron, and every line was engraved with unquestionable majesty. His words were like a sharp probe. To get to the core of the question: "Besides paying tribute to the Yamen on a regular basis, are there any other entanglements or secret connections between you and Yang Laoba?"

When Ma Laosan heard this, the muscles on his face twitched involuntarily, and it seemed that even the pain was getting worse at this moment. He endured the pain, closed his eyes and concentrated, trying to get answers from the abyss of memory. After a long while, he struggled to squeeze out a sentence, his voice hoarse and helpless: "Actually, there are no more substantial interactions. After all, it is just a few drinks at a few wine tables."

However, at this moment when the atmosphere was extremely tense, Lin Xiaofeng suddenly asked an unexpected question. This question was like a sudden lightning piercing the dark night, making Ma Laosan couldn't help but feel a shiver in his heart: "Have you ever thought about it?" Want to find a way to make a living, get rid of this life of walking on thin ice and fear, and find a way to make money with peace of mind?"

When Ma Laosan heard this, his heart seemed to be hit with a heavy hammer, and the shock rushed straight from the bottom of his heart to his forehead. Just now, he was still immersed in the struggle and pain on the edge of life and death, but now he was caught off guard and thrown into a world that was about life. The turning point and the new proposition of finding another way to make money are like being suddenly pulled into a chaotic and unknown fog. The bursts of tearing pain in his head made his thoughts even more messy. The hidden meaning in Lin Xiaofeng's words was like a stone hidden deep in the bottom of a lake. No matter how hard Ma Laosan tried, he could not figure it out.

Lin Xiaofeng's voice fell, like the biting cold wind blowing across a calm lake on a winter night, cold and decisive: "I have a way to make money in my hands. Whether you can turn around depends on whether you have the vision and courage to see through the secret." Just when Ma Laosan's headache subsided slightly, a glimmer of life appeared in the gap between the pain. He seemed to be grabbing a life-saving straw in the endless darkness. He exerted so much force that the muscles in his neck popped out. He nodded in agreement and mouthed He uttered three urgent "Okay, okay" in a row, and then begged: "Master Lin, please let me take a breath first, loosen my ties, and let me feel comfortable for a while."

Lin Xiaofeng remained calm and spoke concisely and forcefully: "Xie Hongxin, untie him." As the ropes were freed one by one, Ma Laosan instantly jumped into the air like a hare breaking free from its cage, and landed steadily, his eyes fixed on Xie Hongxin. That face that seemed honest but contained a lot of world, was breathing heavily, and his chest was heaving violently, as if he had just experienced a life-and-death struggle. When his breath barely calmed down, he tried his best to put on a smiley face. He took every step cautiously, as if he were stepping on thin ice, approaching Lin Xiaofeng step by step. His tone revealed a high level of caution and caution. Respectfully: "Master Lin, if you have anything to say, just say it. I'm all ears, kid."

Through the shocking actions of Lin and Xie, Ma Laosan's heart was like a bright mirror, and he deeply realized that these two characters were incomparable to ordinary people, especially the one who was rough and simple on the surface, but deep down. Hidden is Xie Hongxin, who is as fierce and cunning as a tiger. Until this moment, he was still in deep confusion, thinking hard about how this man could do so easily and make himself surrender willingly with just a few words.

At that time, Lin Xiaofeng began his strategizing leisurely, as if a carefully woven picture was slowly unfolding in his mouth: "From now on, you will follow Mr. Li's footsteps, work hard and without complaint. About collecting protection To pay for this task, you must strictly implement it according to the boundaries I have predetermined. The situation I am looking forward to is that except for the payee appointed by us personally and the government officials who collect taxes according to law, any unknown person, no matter how small, No one who is cunning and insidious can secretly covet the benefits and try to get a piece of the pie. As for the charging standards of various places, they must be fair, equitable and highly unified. I will announce the specific operating regulations in detail in the future. The last point is related to the livelihood of ordinary people. Whether they are mobile vendors on the streets or small shops run by a couple with callous hands and feet, we should treat them equally and strictly prohibit charging any form of protection fees so that they can Operate with peace of mind and no additional hassles.”

On the delicate topic of benefit distribution, Lin Xiaofeng's eyebrows flashed with a trace of calmness, and then he slowly said: "As for the benefits harvested, Mr. Li, you will get 30%. Those who are at the bottom of society and have suffered hardships The brothers will share 20% together, and Yang Laoba will also give him an average of 10% as a reward for settling the disputes and solidifying the foundation for us. As for the helpers who run around in the streets and alleys, collecting accounts and running errands for us, there will naturally be some It is a reward for your hard work. The remaining 30% is reserved for your hard work."

These words fell from Lin Xiaofeng's mouth, like a stone thrown into a quiet lake, causing ripples in circles. The people behind him who were hanging around in the market all secretly breathed a sigh of relief as if they were relieved. They crawl around in this world of fireworks every day, dealing with all kinds of ruffians, and their bodies are inevitably stained with the dust and smell of the world. If there is no tangible benefit to support it, such a life is simply like purgatory. When they heard about the turmoil caused by Ma Laosan earlier, these small officials were all frightened. It was only now that they understood Lin Xiaofeng's deeper meaning - he intended to reshape order and re-cut the profit pie without forgetting about them. Insignificant little characters, suddenly, the boulder that had been hanging in their hearts for a long time suddenly fell to the ground, echoing with relief.

As for Li Dexian, when he heard the operating mode proposed by Lin Xiaofeng, the waves in his heart rolled like boiling oil and the anxious emotions flickered in his eyes, which was difficult to conceal. He weighed in his mind silently: "According to your arrangement, wouldn't it push me to collude with those evil forces? How can this be consistent with our unswerving original intention - to eliminate harm for the common people?" Just as he was about to open his mouth and argue, Lin Xiaofeng's subtle look in his eyes instantly cut off the words he was about to blurt out. There seemed to be a deeper layer of planning and consideration in that look, which made people have to hold back their hearts temporarily. of agitation.

(End of this chapter)