Hearing what he said, Cui Gen and his wife looked at him in surprise.
Cui Huai went on to say, "If you go, you don't have to do anything. Just stay in the theater with three or four brothers. If anyone makes trouble and fights, you just kick them out. That's all."
After Cui Huai said this, he looked at them excitedly.
"Then, will the theater pay for it?" Li Xiulan was most concerned about this.
"Of course the theater will give some, and in addition, Boss Liu will also give some, which adds up to a lot," Cui Huai said.
"Then, why does Boss Liu want to give it too?" Cui Gen's wife asked curiously.
"The theater pays a protection fee to Boss Liu. You don't have to collect it. They pay it to Boss Liu on a monthly basis."
"Is it going to end if we stay there?" Cui Gen couldn't help but ask.
"No, just stay there and that's it! As long as no one makes trouble, nothing will happen. You can also go to the theater. What a great job! I told Boss Liu yesterday and he agreed today.
I also picked a good venue for you. Brother, the update stage is one of the four major stages in Shanghai! It is full every night! They are all famous actors!"
Cui Huai came excitedly, originally wanting to report good news, but now there is nowhere to find such a good job.
But looking at their appearance, they seemed to be a little hesitant.
The one who hesitated was actually Cui Gen's daughter-in-law, Li Xiulan. The one who hesitated was still helping with this matter, doing it here and there, but she changed from the Qinggang to the Hongmen. She would rather Cui Gen's life was harder than Cui Gen helping.
But it was hard to say this. Cui Huai was in Hongmen, so she couldn't say anything bad about Hongmen. So, she didn't say anything.
Cui Gen's eyes turned to his wife's face.
He actually didn't care. Huai Ge was kind-hearted and wanted to find him a good, stable job, which he was very grateful for. But if his wife wasn't happy, it would be boring.
Seeing that they were silent, Cui Huai didn't want to make it difficult for him to get off the stage, so he said: "Don't worry, think about it again. If you are willing, just send me a letter tomorrow and the day after tomorrow, so that I can reply to Boss Liu."
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At this time, Li Xiulan had no choice but to speak, and said, "Brother Huai, I really want to thank you. You have been thinking about Cui Gen for his sake. Please give us a day, and I will definitely reply to you later."
Cui Huai understood that Cui Gen's affairs were decided by his wife, so he said: "There's no need to rush. I just think this job is good, and I'm afraid that if time goes by, Boss Liu will give it to someone else. Just give me a reply tomorrow or the day after tomorrow."
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As he said this, he stood up to leave. Cui Gen and his wife took him to eat before leaving.
Of course they couldn't hold him back and had to let him go.
As soon as Cui Huai left, Cui Gen looked at his wife longingly, hoping for her to nod.
Brother Huai is so righteous, I would be sorry if I didn't agree to him.
Li Xiulan also looked at her husband and saw that he was willing, so she said, "Didn't Brother Huai explain the day after tomorrow? You can ask Brother Gui tomorrow. If Brother Gui agrees, you can go. In fact, I'm just watching you.
In any shop, I'll be quite content to keep an eye on the stalls and keep the facade for others. Let's eat and we'll talk about it tomorrow."
When Cui Gen saw his wife saying this, he nodded quickly and said, "Sure, sure, I'll ask Brother Gui tomorrow."
He actually knew what Brother Gui was thinking. Anyway, he was trying to find out information for Brother Gui. The Qing Gang and Hongmen were all the same. He estimated that Brother Gui would definitely agree.
5-16
After Gui Longhai left Cui Gen's house, he walked eastward along Fangbang Road. When he reached Minguo Road, he turned north. After passing Minhang Road and Zhenru Road, he arrived at Dexing Hall.
Dexingguan can be regarded as a time-honored restaurant. It is said that it was founded in the ninth year of Guangxu. At first it was just a small restaurant. Because the business was booming, it built a three-story building.
Dexing Restaurant operates Shanghai local cuisine. There is a famous dish in Shanghai local cuisine called "Shrimp and Big Black Ginseng", which was pioneered by Dexing Restaurant. Other famous dishes include: pickled bamboo shoots, fish with shrimps
Lips, chicken bone sauce, black carp with lungs, braised three shreds, rock sugar turtle, grilled pork belly, etc., all are famous dishes.
The relatively wealthy people in Nanshi like to treat guests here, which is both delicious and face-saving. However, you have to book a table early, otherwise you won't be able to book a table if it's late.
Before Gui Longhai reached Dexing Hall, he saw the young and handsome Staff Officer Liang Jinkai at a glance.
Staff Officer Liang was wearing a light gray silk shirt, standing smartly and competently at the door of the store, looking to both sides.
Gui Longhai did not dare to neglect and trotted over in a hurry. He stretched out his hand to him from afar, with a humble smile on his face.
Staff Officer Liang showed a calm and calm smile, held his hand and said: "It's not too late, Chief Gui. We made an appointment at six o'clock in the evening, and it's still five minutes away. Chief Gui, hurry up, Chief Zhai is up there."
Waiting for you."
Gui Longhai followed Staff Officer Liang to the second floor and entered a spacious seating room. He saw that Director Zhai was the only one sitting behind the large round table, which surprised him.
Director Zhai stood up, shook hands with him, and asked him to take a seat.
Gui Longhai firmly refused and insisted on asking Director Zhai to sit at the top, so he sat down next to him.
Gui Longhai asked casually: "Director Zhai, why don't you invite Secretary Geng to come too? It would be more lively if there are more people."
Director Zhai smiled faintly and said: "For some things, it is better to have as few people as possible."
Gui Longhai's heart skipped a few beats, feeling the seriousness of today's matter.
He still said casually: "Director Zhai, I am just a small section chief. I really feel bad for letting you spend so much money."
Director Zhai smiled and said: "There are two things about this. One, I have heard a long time ago that Director Gui has the thickest roads in Shanghai. In Shanghai dialect, no one can compare with him.
.As for the second one, there are some things that you can only discuss with the most reliable people. This is not just someone who told me that Section Chief Gui is the most reliable person, the most stable and the most considerate in handling things. Section Chief Gui,
am I right?"
Gui Longhai was almost flattered. But he also realized that what he said today must be very troublesome.
He thought for a while, Mrs. Hong's arms deal involved Zhang Sulin and Boss Zhang, it was not a troublesome matter!
At this time, the waiters had brought the wine and food. There were not many dishes, but they were all hard dishes. A plate of "Shrimp and Big Black Ginseng" was prominently placed in the middle. The wine that Staff Officer Liang poured for them turned out to be a
Bottle of Kweichow Moutai.
Gui Longhai saw that Director Zhai had put a lot of effort into him!
Next, Director Zhai smiled and raised his glass, inviting Gui Longhai to drink together.
Naturally, he had nothing to say. As a Shanghainese, even if there is a mountain of swords and a sea of fire, he will always be stabbed. He clinked glasses with Director Zhai and Staff Officer Liang and drank them all in one gulp.
Gui Longhai put down his wine glass and thought it would be better to take the initiative, so he said: "Director Zhai, let me say something first. If there is anything that requires my help, please make it clear that I don't have the ability, but I will definitely try my best."
After he finished speaking, he looked at Director Zhai motionless, waiting for him to speak.
Director Zhai was gentle and elegant, but nodded vigorously and said: "Okay! Chief Gui is really happy. Let's have another drink!"
They clinked glasses and drank again, looking at each other with weird smiles on their faces.
Director Zhai said calmly: "Chief Gui, I have a business deal with Mrs. Hong from Nanshi. I heard that she has already contacted you. I wonder how far she has told you?"
Gui Longhai nodded, "Yes. Mrs. Hong said that she made an arms deal with you."
"Yes. That's right!" At this time, Director Zhai's eyes had turned sinister as he stared at him.
Now is the critical moment, and Gui Longhai naturally refuses to give in. He stares at him seriously as well, as if he is testing his eyesight.
He said slightly coldly: "Director Zhai, I also heard that the business deal between Mrs. Hong and you has been concluded. The first batch of goods has even been delivered."
"That's right. She paid the first payment, and I also gave her ten guns!" Director Zhai stared at him calmly.
"Why not continue?" Gui Longhai asked slyly.
"To be honest, it's because someone stepped in. I hope he can offer a higher price!" Director Zhai answered simply.
"Boss Zhang?" Gui Longhai made the point.
"Yes!" Director Zhai replied calmly.
Gui Longhai looked at him and nodded vaguely.
Looking at it now, what Mrs. Hong said was correct. He guessed that Boss Zhang wanted to go bankrupt, which was correct. Director Zhai wanted to sell at a high price, which was even more correct. But there was a problem of rules.
When doing business in Shanghai, even if you are doing arms business, you must follow the rules. How can you change something that has been agreed upon? This is breaking people's trust!
He smiled gently and said softly: "Director Zhai, please forgive me for making irresponsible remarks about your business. In business, you must be honest. You have already reached an agreement with Mrs. Hong, why do you want to change your mind?"
I do not understand."
At this time, Director Zhai's face became even more gloomy, staring at Gui Longhai as if he was staring at his enemy.
He was silent for a long time, and then with great strength hidden in his calm tone, he said slowly: "Chief Gui, should you ask why I want to do this business? Right!"
This is exactly what Gui Longhai cares about in his heart but cannot say clearly.
This kind of business must be related to interests! As long as it involves the interests of others, he can't make irresponsible remarks!
To put it bluntly, this benefit is a bastard thing!
Okay, what you, Director Zhai, want to say now, let me see what you say!
He half-closed his eyes and stared at Zhai Zhenchuan with a cold smile on his lips.
Of course Director Zhai could understand the look in his eyes. There was a bit of ridicule and even a bit of contempt in his eyes! It seemed to be saying, if you want to gain, do you also want to be high-sounding? I can help you, but I look down on you!
He said in a low voice: "Chief Gui, I will not tell you a word of lies about this matter!"
Gui Longhai nodded to express his understanding.
Zhai Zhenchuan said seriously: "I am a soldier and should not do this! But I want to do this business because we are short of money! Please listen clearly, it is us! That is, my army is short of money! The Beijing-Shanghai Garrison Commander