In 1978, the moat along the East River of Chongwenmen had not yet been filled in. To the north of the main road was a row of small bungalows built against the base of the inner city wall, and to the south was the river connecting Tonghui River through Dongbianmen. In fact,
This is the location of today’s “Ming City Wall Ruins Park”.
However, during this period, this area was not very prosperous.
During the day, there are still some cars and people here. But in the evening, it is dark and deserted. Under the riverbank covered with wild grass and wild willows, the only sound is the chirping of chirping insects.
This is because as soon as you leave "Dongbianmen" you are on the outskirts of the city. The silence here is basically the same as the desolation of "Yonganli".
It's just that there are advantages to having fewer people. There is a saying that "there are no good birds in a ruined forest." This is the perfect place to pay the ransom.
First of all, meeting under the river embankment has a wide view and willow trees for shade. Choosing to meet here is cool and easy to find. If the situation changes, you can detect it early.
Secondly, "Prince Ming" considered that the other party was a woman and felt that this place was not far from the front door and it was in the city. The meeting place was arranged here to prevent her from being timid and afraid to come.
As for the meeting time, "Prince Ming" decided to meet at six o'clock in the evening, also because it was not dark at this time, and he took care of the woman's psychology.
But no matter how considerate you are, it doesn't mean you have good intentions.
In fact, from the beginning, "Crazy Bear" and "540,000" did not want "Prince Ming" to send "Tang Xin'er" back. Before leaving, they had other instructions. They told him not to let "Tang Xin'er" come back.
"My godmother couldn't get enough 10,000 yuan, so she asked him to get the money and people back together.
Why is this happening?
"Prince Ming" didn't dare to ask. In front of the eldest brother, he was the only one who listened and listened. It was taboo to ask around.
However, because he knew the two old gangsters' respective greedy and lustful natures very well, he gradually figured it out.
In fact, "540,000" just wants to kidnap the person who sent the money to get more money. At the same time, "Crazy Bear" wants to use the life of the hostage to coerce "Sugar Heart" into submission.
These two guys have a good plan. In such a critical moment, the person who can do this for "Tang Xin'er" must be the closest person. Women's hearts are soft. Although they are not afraid of life and death, they can't care about love.
This may not be the case for people.
These two beasts are really fucked up!
Despite the scolding, "Prince Ming" was convinced from the bottom of his heart.
You are a gangster, what you compare with is bad! What you compare with is ruthlessness! Why can't it harm your family? The "little bastard" who sets these rules is just a real gangster who pretends to be righteous!
It seems that prison life really trains people. Instead of degenerating, these two old guys have risen to the top. This kind of treachery, this kind of insidiousness, this kind of courage, this kind of ruthlessness is enough for him to learn!
But he is not stupid, and he also has his own little calculations. He is so obedient and allows the two old gangsters to instigate him. He is not simply acting out of righteousness and fulfilling his brotherly obligations.
Everyone has a plot. Hasn't "Zhen Dongdan" already been folded in? Now is the best opportunity to annex his territory. Although pulling the trigger will affect the overall situation, no one will sit idly by and watch the "masters" around him.
He took the opportunity to expand his power.
But if he has these two masters, he already has the amulet! So what is there to be afraid of?
As long as "Shen Chenghuang" doesn't come back, these two are the gods of Beicheng! He can reach out and take them.
In short, once this matter is completed, he will not only get a generous share, but also get a big benefit...
Thinking of this, "Prince Ming", who came to the river early, couldn't help but laugh, and even laughed out loud.
Although this made the dozen or so subordinates around him confused. But the river water under his feet clearly reflected a twisted and dirty shadow...
It's really strange to say that I waited until the left and the right didn't come, until it was dark, I looked at the watch and it was 6:40, and I didn't see anyone delivering money on the river embankment.
"Prince Ming" became anxious and scolded his mother in his heart.
People are all equally selfish as fuck. Everything that is dear and hot is for nothing!
"Tang Xin'er" is also a bad person. The "godmother" she placed her hope on is either too scared to come, or he is thinking about stealing her money!
But how can we just let it go? When I sent someone to deliver the message, the knife was nailed to your table. Can you still hide? At worst, I will come to find you at night...
But...will there be any other changes?
Report to the police station?
No! The money from "Tang Xin'er" is not easy to come by, and this old lady herself will be implicated in the stolen goods.
Then will you invite some figure in the world to come forward?
Not to mention, it was such a coincidence. Just when "Prince Ming" had this idea, some figures actually appeared on the river bank in the distance. They got off the embankment and rushed to "Prince Ming" and his group.
"Prince Ming" looked at him with a look of shock, and he thought to himself that he was really afraid of what might happen.
Fortunately, he calculated secretly and found that the number of the other party was several fewer than the people behind him. Moreover, he had been prepared for it. On the surface, there were more than a dozen of them. In the willow forest on the river bank behind him, there were still two people hiding.
There are about a dozen ambush soldiers. Those people are not "Buddha", they are all "war criminals", his die-hard brothers.
So he didn't hesitate at all and gave the order with a wave of his hand.
A boy behind him immediately took a few steps back calmly and entered the grass on the slope of the river embankment. Then as soon as he landed on the bank, he ran away towards the willow forest in the distance. If nothing else happened, in five or six minutes, he would be there.
People and horses can arrive.
But just as he felt more at ease, when the other party came closer, he saw something different again.
The short and stocky man at the head looked really unkind. He was not tall, but he had a plump chest and a protruding belly, and strong arms and legs. He couldn't hide his domineering look, and was obviously different from the ordinary "joking boy".
What's even more strange is that there are two young boys behind him who are also very unpredictable.
He has a nonchalant and playful smile, a tall and calm figure, and a body that is as strong as his body. Although he is only seventeen or eighteen years old, he cannot be ignored.
This made him take a breath, knowing that he had met his opponent. But where were these wild monks from the temple?
The other party spoke first.
The kid with a playful smile stepped forward and said in a smooth tone, "Boss, I want to ask you something! I heard that someone is going to be a matchmaker here today. Are you the matchmaker? But why don't you see the big girl?
where?"
"Prince Ming's" confidant "Big Wheel" took the initiative to answer, and he was not soft-spoken at all.
"Stop prying around! You know it's a business, have you brought the money? We can talk about the marriage if you have money..."
Unexpectedly, the short and strong man was even more rude. He glanced at "Prince Ming" and his group and then yelled.
"Really you guys tied up 'Tang Xin'er'? There are rules in the mountains, and laws in the land. If you don't ask, someone is poking her behind! I'll give you a way, or hand her over.
, or just show off!"
The person who came here is not kind. And he is very tough.
"Prince Ming" felt a thump in his heart, and quickly clasped his fists in his hands to "cross the path".
"Men, build a stronghold on the mountain and sail the boat on the water! Which mountain, which water, and which piece of ground are you sticking your flag on?"
The short, strong man had a sullen face and a hoarse voice.
"There is no mountain or water, and it is close to the south of the city! We built a roofless shack, poked a hardwood pole, and carried a blood-stained flag! The word 'little landowner' was raised to the sky!"
The standard jargon is really quite horizontal!
There are no mountains and no water, that is to say, you can't mention the branches and branches in the circle! They have no intention of "walking around", they are just here to knock them off.
A shack without a roof, a hardwood pole, and a bloody flag means that the identity of the other party is a "handle". And the three words "little landowner" are the name!
Not to mention, "Prince Ming" has really heard some things about the "little landlord". After all, they have been around all year round, even though they are far apart from the north and the south. He really never thought that such a god would be willing to take the place of "Tang Xin'er"
"Come forward. After thinking about it for a while, he also reported his family status.
"Brother, have you ever heard of the 'Ming Prince' from 'Wangfujing'? I am! You are at Tianqiao, right? We have been neighbors for many years across Chang'an Street. This is the first time we have met. Frankly speaking, 'Tang
Xin'er is from the north of us, and it's impossible to have a boundary with you from the south! Is this matter worthy of your brother? I understand the truth very well. If there is no benefit, I can't afford it. I'm not a solitary eater.
How about we all share in the benefits?"
"Prince Ming" felt that he had good intentions and gave the other party a step down. These words can be understood by all gangsters. Let's eat together, hello, hello, me, hello, everyone, so as not to hurt each other's harmony. If it can be done, we will have an extra friend.
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Unexpectedly, the "little landowner" seemed to be upset and was determined to "hit the mountain".
"Don't talk nonsense! I don't care who you are! A gangster is a gangster. He has been established here. It is impossible to stop. If word spreads, his reputation will be ruined! Besides, why do we have to tell you about our relationship? I just sleep with you.
If you lose your mother, there is no need for you to call me daddy..."
Hey, this is a big taboo!
"Prince Ming" couldn't keep his temper any longer, immediately darkened his face and changed his words to harsh words.
"Smelly grandson! I'm giving you face, but it's not because I'm afraid of you. If you want to report to the King of Hell, no problem! Whether it's meat or vegetables, I'll take care of it! But there is one thing, it's fine if you're a real gangster! Don't hold back...
"
This battle is obviously not slowing down, and it is absolutely impossible to escape.
Therefore, "Prince Ming" was not only ready to take action, but also put his hands behind his back and raised his thumbs.
This is to tell the brothers behind you. Go quickly, and another person will rush for reinforcements! Hurry!
Unexpectedly, as soon as he heard the footsteps of his men moving, he heard a shout of "Ouch"!
It was a purely subconscious reaction. When he turned around like this, his face turned pale!
What Ganqing saw in front of him was a scene that he could never imagine in his dreams. Behind him, on the bank not far from the embankment, there were actually people standing silently and densely packed! There were seventy or eighty people!
Moreover, in front of these people squatted more than twenty people who looked like wounded soldiers. Most of them had bruises and swollen faces and looked miserable, but no one dared to say a word!
If you take a closer look, they all look familiar, they are actually his ambush!
But... why are there so many people? This formation is enough to kill three of them!
Just as "Prince Ming" was shouting that he was jealous, the "little landowner" laughed proudly from behind him.
The situation was critical! "Prince Ming" immediately knew that he had no time to hesitate any longer!
He suddenly pulled out the knife, moved around, and called the people behind him one after another.
"Silly x! Don't stand still! Go! Get out of here! Don't care about anyone. Just run back if you can! Report the news!"
But it’s really too late now!
Although he was shrewd, he stabbed a boy in the thigh with his hand and successfully escaped to the shore. However, his brothers did not react from the fear as quickly as he did, which took time.
As a result, not only the "little landowner" shouted "Ouch" and others rushed up to him, but also the landlords, who must have been on the river bank in thirty turns, rushed down!
This group of people suddenly swarmed up together, like making dumplings. Wherever the knife slashed, blood immediately came out.
Soon, the dozen or so people surrounded in the middle either surrendered or were chopped down and stabbed over, and almost disappeared from sight in an instant.
But "Prince Ming" didn't escape even though he was a thief. As soon as his right hand reached the edge of the river bank, he was stepped on by someone.
He struggled to raise his head and saw that there were about twenty people on the shore. The person stepping on his hand was a fat man who looked familiar.
"'Bacha'! Why are you here too?" With his teeth cracked, "Prince Ming" suddenly recognized him.
But "Bacha" didn't answer at all, and his other foot flew up and hit him directly on the head, just like kicking a ball, and kicked him down the river embankment again.
By the time "Prince Ming" regained his consciousness, it was completely dark and he found himself tied to a tree.
In front of him, except for his brothers, they were all being watched by hundreds of people. There were five people standing side by side nearby, all looking at him coldly.
At this time, the river was still flowing with no change at all, but the atmosphere on the river bank was completely different.
The "little landowner" insulted him first.
"You didn't expect it! Today we have a 'family portrait'. Just put the ingredients in the soup pot and braise the turtle with the bastard's eggs. You guys are completely ruined..."
"Bacha" also said, "You still want to run away? Today, the five 'hands' in Nancheng have brought hundreds of people. If you really want to get your way, we all have to jump into the river..."
Five Nancheng ‘hands’! For ‘Sugar Heart’? How the hell is this possible!
Just when "Prince Ming" widened his eyes and was extremely frightened, the boy who always had a playful smile smiled again.
"'Landlord', 'Bacha', you two have taken advantage of it! They say you are helping me, but in fact, everyone is helping you! You have to do it anyway, so why not..."
Before they could finish saying this, the "little landlord" and "Bacha" were already furious.
One called, "'Red Boy,' you have a bad conscience! Who knew you were going to catch this kid before you came here? This is fucking luck!"
The other one also yelled, "Fuck! You're not going to be a thief, are you? You didn't even do anything. You promised us an extra three thousand yuan, and you can't miss it..."
The answer after that was like coaxing a child. "Okay, okay, no less, no less..."
But when "Prince Ming" heard this, his lips trembled uncontrollably, and even his grin became completely crooked.
What! "Red Boy"? Just... this guy?
Last year...the madman who filled the stove with detonators?