"Yesterday, someone told me that nearly fifty percent of the crimes in today's society are directly or indirectly related to gangs. This is because many gang members themselves have become repeat offenders. In addition, when those politicians and tycoons want to do illegal things, they basically won't do it themselves. Therefore, they can only look for gang members to do it for them. Similarly, when some famous and upright sects in Jianghu want to engage in some illegal business, they similarly won't do it themselves. They can only hand it over to gang members to do it. This way, even if a problem occurs, their reputation won't be damaged. "
Fifty percent of crimes were related to gangs. This was the result of Marquis Wu Ming's analysis to Qin Lang. Gangs were indeed the middle ground between Jianghu sects and ordinary people. Although many gangs didn't have the qualifications to be listed in Jianghu, gangs still influenced the structure of the entire Jianghu. This was an indisputable fact.
If someone could completely control the gangs in an area, then it was equivalent to controlling fifty percent of the crime rate.
If Qin Lang could completely control the underworld of Ping Chuan Province, then he would also have the ability to reduce the crime rate of Ping Chuan Province by fifty percent. This was something that even Xu Shiping agreed with. This was because Xu Shiping had personally witnessed how the Ye Family used gangs to amass wealth and influence the political structure of Ping Chuan Province.
The difference was that the Ye Family used the underworld to do some illegal and amass wealth, but Qin Lang wanted to do the exact opposite. He wanted to use the underworld to influence and change the lower strata of society, and then achieve the goal of eliminating "internal worries" that Marquis Wu Ming spoke of.
"Mr. Qin, I'll tell you the truth. We who mix in the underworld, in the eyes of many people, are just a group of outlaws who fight and kill. But from what you're saying, it seems like we want to turn over a new leaf or something?" Shi Jian said somewhat doubtfully. If it was anyone else who said these words, Shi Jian would even snort disdainfully. However, with Qin Lang's martial arts and methods, Shi Jian couldn't help but be convinced. Therefore, he absolutely didn't dare to snort disdainfully at Qin Lang.
Those who had strength had the right to speak, and others couldn't help but be convinced.
"You can think of it as turning over a new leaf, but I think it's adapting to the times."
Qin Lang said sternly.
"Don't look at how the gangs are making a ruckus right now. Fighting and killing definitely won't last long. Didn't you notice, Shi Jian? Although the gangs are popping up like mushrooms after the rain and living a carefree life, it won't be long before they're eradicated like chives. This was because the current gangs were often controlled by some influential people. Did you know how these influential people viewed the gangs that they had supported? They described it as sanitary napkins — used to plug leaks when needed, and thrown far away after use. "Many of the gang members are used by their protection umbrella, and when they turn around, they will be ruthlessly suppressed. Then, they will turn it into political achievements for them to crack down on illegal activities and pornography."
Qin Lang's words hit the hearts of Shi Jian, Han Sanqiang, and the others. When they mingled in the underworld, they all had to work hard to have a good relationship with the police and officials in their own territory. They had to "pay tribute" to them, and even help them solve problems and do some illegal things. However, these police and officials usually called them brothers, but sometimes, in order to protect themselves, they would immediately turn their backs on them.
Therefore, what Qin Lang said just now was very reasonable. To these influential people, the gangs were like sanitary napkins for some corrupt officials. After using them, they would be thrown away, so it was very difficult for them to exist for a long time. Or, when a gang grew to a certain extent, it would be annihilated, and then become a political achievement for some officials. Thinking about it, Shi Jian, Han Sanqiang, and the others were all people who had been in the underworld for many years. They naturally knew that what Qin Lang said was not without reason.
Gangs, fighting and killing was fun for a while, but in the end, they would all go to the crematorium.
Don't look at how their relationship with some official was in the honeymoon stage, both sides calling each other brothers, but in the blink of an eye, it was very possible that they would become the target of this official's attack, and become his political achievement for cracking down on the underworld. Or, following this official's fall, the gang members who were on good terms with him would similarly be unlucky, and not have a good end.
"Mr. Qin is really far-sighted and far-sighted." Shi Jian said happily. He thought to himself that it was no wonder that Qin Lang had such ability at such a young age. Just based on his experience, he had already surpassed them by too much.
"Brother Qin, then what should we do? In any case, as long as you say the word, I'll do anything! " Han Sanqiang immediately declared. He was different from Shi Jian. He had followed Qin Lang all the way to his current position, so Han Sanqiang didn't have the slightest doubt towards Qin Lang's judgment and ability.
Qin Lang coughed twice, and then said to Han Sanqiang: "A Qiang, you don't need to make it seem like you're swearing an oath. I'm not asking you to take risks, but to reduce our risks as much as possible. I've said before that if the gangs want to continue existing, they must adapt to the times. They must carry out bleaching, and no longer engage in any illegal activities. "
"If we no longer engage in illegal activities, then would we still be considered a gang?" Shi Jian looked at Qin Lang with great astonishment.
"Don't tell me you have to 'smear' your name?" Qin Lang smiled. "Bleaching is necessary, and after bleaching, our gang's organization will still exist, but at that time, it will no longer be a gang, but a legally operated company."
"Just like our Yuanping Security Company?" Han Sanqiang interrupted.
"That's right." Qin Lang nodded. "However, it's still fighting and killing, and it's illegal for gangs to fight and kill each other. But the fighting and killing of the security company is a righteous act to protect the safety of the customers, and it's legal. Of course, the security company is only one aspect. We still have many ways to make money, and we don't have to rely on collecting protection fees, selling contraband, and so on to make a living. As long as we do things cleanly, we naturally don't have to be afraid all day long. "
"It sounds good, but we have no experience in this area," Shi Jian said.
"Experience is all created." Qin Lang smiled. "But the top priority is to integrate all the underground forces in Pingchuan Province. We must have the absolute right to speak in the Pingchuan Province underworld, so that our plan can be realized."
"That's easy — kill all the disobedient ones!" Tang San said at this time.
In Tang San's view, as long as there was a problem that couldn't be solved, he would solve it in one way — killing!
"At present, we have already controlled the underground forces in Anrong City, but the rest of the cities in Pingchuan Province have almost become a situation of feudal vassals, and they pay lip service to us, but secretly oppose us. There are also some people who can't see the situation clearly, and still serve the Ye family," Lu Qingshan said.
"Feudal vassals? These people are just stray dogs, and they want to be feudal vassals? They are simply seeking death! Tang San is right, we should kill the chicken to warn the monkey, "Qin Lang said.
"You are right to think so. Don't worry, I will give you a friendship price. "Tang San laughed.
At this time, there was a hurried knock on the door. After getting permission from Lu Qingshan, an underling entered the room, and then said to Lu Qingshan, "Hall Master, someone must see you —"
"Do you think anyone can see the Hall Master?" Shi Jian yelled at his underling.
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