Tong Shu’s sentencing was quick. Since the crime was caught red-handed, they could basically sentence him once they got him. Even though Chen Dong paid 2 million to bribe Da Zhuang, the result was still the same. But there was some effect. Everyone originally thought he’d get at least 30 years, now it’s five years less. However, Tong Shu is already in his 60s, and for others, there isn’t much difference between 30 and 25 years. The conditions in Chi Lin are so bad, it’s debatable whether Tong Shu can even make it past the first 10 years at this age.
Chi Lin.
“Tong Shu, how are you? No one bullying you inside? This is the hottest magazine this past month, Fei Lao Li's, and they say the main character is actually Big Boss B's younger sister. This is a limited edition. I’ll have some brothers come in to take care of you in a couple of days. I’ll also continue to appeal for you outside and see if we can find a way to reduce your sentence. With holidays, it’ll be a few years before you’re out.”
A month after Tong Shu arrived in Chi Lin, Chen Dong immediately came to visit him. He gave Tong Shu a knowing look, then comforted him.
After all, Tong Shu was the boss who had offered him tea when he first came here. He was pretty good to him, although Chen Dong didn’t want to trust him as much as “Big Mouth Ying.” However, he could understand. “Big Mouth Ying” had followed Tong Shu for over 10 years, while Chen Dong had only been with him for a few years. He could still manage to take care of him for over a year and a half, promote him to Hong Gun, and give him two streets to manage. It was already pretty good, at least he didn’t try to crush him like some other bosses do when they see their subordinates rise too fast.
Overall, Tong Shu was a decent boss, besides being a bit lecherous.
“You really know me, Ah Dong. But next time, don’t bring that Fei Lao Li's trash. His stuff is too low-class. This kind of flat chested girl on the cover? It's way too different from the artistic quality of international stuff. However, you can forget about the appeal. It’s just a waste of your money. You just took over those territories, things must be tough. My case is definitely going to have the cops watching you. I'm actually doing alright here. There are brothers from our society in here. Other than not having freedom, it’s pretty much the same as the outside.”
Tong Shu glanced at the magazine with disdain and pouted, but when it came to the appeal, he waved his hand and said in a completely hopeless manner.
Although he’s been locked up all this time, he still knows what’s happening on the outside. After he was arrested, “Big Mouth Ying” ran away. This brother, who had been with him for more than three years, just ascended to power. Although this brother was more capable than “Big Mouth Ying,” he’s still too young and hasn’t even settled into his position.
“I’ll bring it next month. You don’t need to worry about the things outside, I can handle them.”
Chen Dong waved his hand casually.
“Right, how is Ah Zai and Ah Mei?”
When he mentioned his son and daughter, Tong Shu’s face became tense.
Being someone in the underworld, even though he didn’t cause much trouble, how could there not be people he’d offended? Now, his biggest concern was his son and daughter.
He had four wives, but only one son and one daughter. They were not born from these women, and he knew what kind of people they were.
He was worried his son and daughter would be retaliated against. He was also worried that those few women would take advantage of his children’s youth and ignorance to take his years of assets.
“Don’t worry, Ah Zai and Ah Mei have been sent abroad. Two of the big sisters have run away. The other two didn’t want to leave, so I found new places for them. I’ve already found schools for Ah Zai and Ah Mei. I had the big sister sell all your assets here and put the money in Ah Zai and Ah Mei’s accounts. I saw it with my own eyes. In a few years, when Ah Zai and Ah Mei graduate from college, I’ll let them come see you...”
Chen Dong knew what Tong Shu was worried about. He gave him a reassuring look.
“Whew... I didn’t see wrong in you, Qing Yan Tong.”
Hearing that his wives had run away didn’t bother Tong Shu. But when he heard his son and daughter had gone abroad and his assets had been converted and put into his children’s accounts, he finally relaxed and looked at his subordinate, who had been with him for more than three years, with gratitude.
When Deng Bo asked him to take in this young man, he wasn’t really happy about it. This young man could fight well and had a lot of drive, but he was like him, just living life without much ambition. This kind of older boss, who had been living a good life, was most afraid of having subordinates who were too ambitious, bringing trouble all the time. Later, he found out that this young man, even though he was ambitious, was different from those reckless youngsters. After following him, not only did he not cause trouble, he even helped expand his territory.
If we’re talking about ability, this subordinate was much more capable than “Big Mouth Ying.” “Big Mouth Ying” was actually very similar to him, only using his mouth to get things done.
If “Big Mouth Ying” hadn’t been with him for so long, he would have considered handing over the position to this subordinate after he retired and earned a few more years. But it’s good now, since his case caused “Big Mouth Ying” to run away. “Big Mouth Ying” had earned a lot over those 10 years with him, he can be a rich man anywhere he goes, and no one will compete with this subordinate, so his ascension to power is relatively smooth. It’s just that he’ll be under scrutiny by the cops for the next few months.
“You’re making me feel awkward. You’re my boss, once a boss, always a boss. I’ve been in the underworld since I was 16 and I know loyalty is important.”
Chen Dong waved his hand.
“Since you still consider me your boss, I’ll teach you a few things you need to remember.”
“First, as long as Deng Bo is still around and the Wo Shing Wo hasn’t fallen into chaos, don’t try to fight for the position of chairman. You’re still young, I know you’re ambitious. But that position is a cursed one. I was with Deng Bo for so many years, and I’ve seen too much. Even if you sit in that position, you’ll be a puppet. Look at Chiu Kei now, do you think all this is because of that trash Da Dee? ”
“Second, don’t touch drugs. Although it makes money, no one who does it has a good ending.”
“Third, while Deng Bo is still around, stay close to him and develop quietly. Build up your strength secretly. Deng Bo isn’t young anymore. I had a feeling that after Deng Bo leaves, the Wo Shing Wo will be thrown into chaos. I was planning on retiring and emigrating to escape this whirlpool in a couple of years, while Deng Bo is still here. But you’re still young, it’s impossible for you to leave now. You can only develop quietly and then protect yourself when you’re strong enough.”
“You’re a sharp one, you should know what to do.”
Tong Shu said seriously.
No wonder he’s an old geezer who’s been in the underworld for decades.
Hearing Tong Shu’s words, Chen Dong couldn’t help but sigh. Although Tong Shu has been living a carefree life, not starting trouble or causing problems, just the fact that he’s been in the underworld for decades and still alive at this age, proves that he has life experience that Chen Dong can’t compare to. If he hadn’t seen this movie, he would have been a total fool.
“Got it.”
Chen Dong nodded, indicating he understood.
“Alright, go back early. Go have tea with Deng Bo when you have time. I’m Deng Bo’s man, so you are naturally Deng Bo’s man. You are now a boss, remember this, being in the underworld isn’t just about fighting and killing.”
Tong Shu reminded him with a meaningful look.