"So what!?"
Chen Rong screamed, "Come at me if you dare! If you dare come any closer, I'll shoot your beloved woman! A life for a life, I won't pay for it even if I die! "
Everyone retreated a certain distance, afraid that Chen Rong, who was in a frenzied state, would open fire.
Qiangwei, who had been quiet all this time, suddenly opened her mouth and asked in a clear voice, "Can you tell me … the reason why you're trying so hard to kill me …"
"Haha!" Chen Rong sneered, "Reason? Do I even need to say it?! You want me to be a watchdog for the rest of my life! I can't accept this! Why is it that you're the leader when I've put in so much effort to manage the Red Thorns Society?! Just because you created it, just because you unified Zhonghai!? Haha! Others might not know, but I know. If it wasn't for Yang Cheng's help, you wouldn't even be able to defeat the West Union Society! You say I'm a good learner, that I'm talented in the underworld, but you know I'm better than you, so you want me to work for you!
You're just a shameless woman who relied on a man to get to the top! I'm the one who used my talent to lead the Red Thorns Society to become the overlord of Zhonghai! It's me, Chen Rong! Tell me, what ability do you have to convince the masses!? I've always been the one who made the strategy to fight for territory with the gangs in other provinces. You're just better at fighting and killing than me! I'm the real leader of the Red Thorns Society!
You wanted to cut off our cooperation with the Green Dragon Society just because they were doing some university girl business! You wanted to change the leader of the society just because your underlings were collecting protection fees! We're the underworld, do you think the underworld needs to benefit the people!? F * ck them! Those dog government officials are plundering the people, and we sell drugs! Pimps! It's not like we're robbing a bank, what's the big deal!? Do you think the Red Thorns Society is a charity? Can we really not finish spending our money?
Other gangs are risking being investigated by the government, but we're not even afraid of the government, yet we can only make small profits! Is your brain filled with water or do you think you're a saint!? If it wasn't for me struggling to hold on! The Red Thorns Society's finances have been in the red for a long time. Do you think that the money you earn from the legal side can support so many brothers?!
Originally, if you had handed over the position of president to me, it would have been fine. I would have treated it as you bringing me into the underworld, showing filial respect to you and respecting you as the first president. When I take over as the president, everything will be under my control. In less than three years, not to mention Zhonghai! I can even devour all the surrounding provinces! But you only let me be the acting president! You keep saying that you will hand over the Red Thorns Society to me in the future, but you still occupy the position and refuse to give it up!
I'm in my twenties this year, and you're also in your twenties. Are you going to wait until we're both in our sixties or seventies and have white hair before you give me the position of president!?
You want me to be a watchdog for a brainless and whimsical woman like you who relies on men to succeed! Dream on! "
Chen Rong's words were like a surging tide, silencing all the leaders of the Red Thorns Society on the cruise ship.
Everyone's faces were filled with confusion and complexity. They had been in the underworld for many years, and they all had their own thoughts on these matters.
After Qiangwei unified the underworld of Zhonghai, she put an end to the sale of drugs and women. This was a huge blow to the finances of many gangs. After all, those were the lucrative businesses of the underworld. However, because Qiangwei had the most elite forces under her control, and many of the leaders were loyal to her since the beginning, no one dared to say anything. It was hard to survive in the underworld, but as the boss, how could she lack money?
The scene suddenly became quiet. Although many people disagreed, they didn't dare to speak up.
Qiangwei let out a long sigh. "So … that's what you think."
"What, did I say something wrong?" Chen Rong sneered. "Sister Qiangwei … I call you sister because you're older than me. But in fact, I've always wanted to say that your brain … is as naïve as a three-year-old!"
A faint smile appeared on Qiangwei's face. "Maybe … Sometimes, I'm indeed naïve. I hope that everything will be as perfect as I imagine it to be … But it doesn't seem to be the case."
"Cut the crap. If you want to live, turn back immediately. And don't let Yang Cheng return! Or else, we'll fight to the death! "Chen Rong said sternly.
Qiangwei sighed and said, "Rongrong … This is the last time I'll call you that. I've always hoped that you'd understand one day, but it seems that you still don't … "
"What are you talking about …" Chen Rong frowned.
"Have you ever thought about the twenty thousand brothers and sisters in the Red Thorns Society … How many of them want to join the underworld?" Qiangwei asked.
This question stunned Chen Rong for a moment, and the leaders on the cruise looked at her in silence.
Rose continued to speak as if she was talking to herself, "How many people are so willing to walk on this path that is outside of the law? How many people really hope to live these days of fighting and killing? How many people really want to live a life where they might not even have a tomorrow? These people seem carefree and happy, but are they really like that? Perhaps, when they return home, they don't even dare to look their families in the eye … Because they're seen as vermin, parasites, and filthy, detestable members of the underworld …
If they're given a chance to be a good person, to have a stable income, to have a family, and to live a good life, do you think they'll be willing to live a bloody life just for a few thousand yuan a month? "
"What are you talking about? I don't want to know! Hurry up and turn back! "Chen Rong pushed the muzzle of her gun forward.
Rose's charming face was filled with indifference. "Perhaps in your eyes, and in many others' eyes, I'm cutting off your path to riches by prohibiting you from selling drugs and selling human flesh … You think that now that the Red Thorns Society is like the sun in the sky, and even the government doesn't dare to interfere with us, we should make a big splash and make a lot of money.
But do you think you can live such a carefree life forever? If it weren't for Yang Cheng by my side, if it weren't for our cooperation with the Yuan Family, Fang Family, and the other wealthy families in Zhonghai, do you think you can live under the sun so easily?
Perhaps the government and the military can turn a blind eye now, but one day, when Yang Cheng and I are no longer around, what will you rely on to get special treatment from the government? Do you really think that twenty thousand gang members can defeat an reinforced company of armed forces?! "
Everyone listened with ugly expressions, and they were a little distracted.
Chen Rong's hands trembled slightly. "You … Whatever you say is useless!"
"Since the day I organized the Red Thorns Society, I never thought of walking the underworld forever. If it weren't for my family background, I wouldn't have chosen this kind of life.
What I have to face is not only the bosses who have already drunk their fill, but also the underworld members who are still struggling to find a way to survive … For them, I have to prepare for long-term development, and not choose all kinds of underworld businesses that challenge the country's bottom line for the sake of momentary greed …
What you said seems to be for the benefit of the Red Thorns Society, but in fact, it's just for short-term benefits, and you're ruining everything in the future! "
"Shut up! Nonsense! "Chen Rong trembled with anger." It's you … You're the one who led me to this path! You're the one who told me! Walking on this path is like walking into the underworld, and there's no turning back! What future? What tomorrow?! Only by becoming stronger and getting rid of all obstacles is the path that the underworld should take! "
A cold glint flashed across Qiangwei's eyes. "Is that so …"
It sounded like a sigh of regret, but Rose's body made an attack at this moment that no one expected!
She elbowed Chen Rong's throat like a bolt of lightning!
When Chen Rong stopped breathing and her hand went limp, Qiangwei shrank back, turned around, and circled behind Chen Rong!
Like a thunderbolt, she snatched the pistol from Chen Rong's hand and aimed it at Chen Rong's head!
All of this took less than a second, and it was the result of Qiangwei's years of hard work!
Yang Cheng, who was watching everything from the warship, was gratified. With Qiangwei's physical fitness, it was indeed the perfect time for her to cultivate.
On the other hand, the people on the cruise were cheering. Rose's sudden outburst made those who supported her extremely happy!
Chen Rong's face was ashen, and she couldn't believe what had happened. She couldn't even react!
"When you point your gun at me, don't forget who taught you …" Qiangwei's eyes were like deep water.
Chen Rong suddenly laughed foolishly, turned her head, and looked at Qiangwei with hatred. "If I lose, then I lose. Shoot … You were the one who led me onto this path of no return. You'll be the one to finish it. In any case, my life in the underworld is one of success or death … "
Qiangwei said expressionlessly, "Before I kill you, I'll give you one last piece of advice … The reason why I'm still the president isn't because I'm much stronger than you. It's because I can sacrifice my own interests for my brothers. But you … to achieve your goals, you can sacrifice your brothers who seem to be at the bottom.
The underworld is a path of no return, but I've never said that this path of no return must be filled with darkness and pain. It's just that … you've never tried to see it as a life of light and warmth. Even if there's a cliff in front of you, when you walk towards it, there will still be flowers by the side of the road …
Also … if you had waited for another month, I would have already decided to officially entrust the president to you … "
Chen Rong's pupils contracted, and she resisted the urge to break down. Her voice trembled as she said, "I … don't … believe it!"
Qiangwei didn't speak again, and her finger slowly pulled the trigger …
"You don't have to do it!"
Chen Rong suddenly smiled brightly, and with a light leap, she flew out and fell into the sea!
This time, it wasn't just Qiangwei and Yang Cheng, everyone was stunned!
This once simple young woman who came from the countryside to the city, after choosing this underworld path, used the most untamable method to end her madness!
No one cried out, and no one felt much sadness or joy for Chen Rong's suicide. All of this made them feel numb.
Yang Cheng released the rope without any hesitation. Situ Mingze's fate was still linked to the shark's teeth, but because he had been bleeding for a long time, he was already a corpse by the time he fell into the sea.
The sudden incident this time was finally resolved satisfactorily. The only regret was that the Red Thorns Society had indeed lost an acting leader who was highly intelligent in the underworld.
Yang Cheng jumped back onto the cruise ship, and reached out to hug Qiangwei's fragrant shoulder. He patted it and smiled. "Can you not say such handsome and artistic words? My heart won't be able to take it."
Qiangwei looked at him gently, and threw the gun into the sea. Her gaze swept across everyone present. There was no dignity in her gaze, only a sense of intimacy.
"I'm really tired. Ever since I could remember, I couldn't get rid of the word 'underworld' in my life. Now, I officially announce that I will be stepping down as the president of Red Thorns Society, and will only take my share of the assets. The rest of Red Thorns Society's operations will be handed over to the new president," Qiangwei announced in a clear voice.
The moment those words came out, everyone who was still happy just a moment ago burst into an uproar. They were filled with disbelief!
Especially Little Zhao and a few other veterans who had been with Qiangwei for a long time. They immediately tried to persuade Qiangwei not to leave!
Qiangwei raised her hand, signaling for everyone to be quiet. "From today onwards, Little Zhao, Zhao Mingbo, will be the president of Red Thorns Society!"
The scene quieted down once more. Everyone was stunned as they looked at Little Zhao, who was at a loss.
Yang Cheng gave Qiangwei a thumbs up. "I think this fatty can do it."
Everyone was a little hesitant. It seemed like Qiangwei's resignation was inevitable, but many people weren't convinced that she would pass it on to Little Zhao.
Qiangwei said, "I know many people won't be satisfied, but whether Little Zhao can do it or not, everyone will know after a few months. If he really can't do it, we'll just elect him according to the rules of the society. As for if someone wants to rebel … I won't care. But … if Red Thorns Society is in chaos and causes unrest in society, without me and Yang Cheng, it's hard to say if the government and the military will do anything … "
Everyone's forehead was covered in cold sweat. They just realized that if Qiangwei quit, it meant that Yang Cheng would no longer be in charge of Red Thorns Society. In other words, the era of Red Thorns Society relying on the government was over!
Seeing that everyone was no longer complaining, Qiangwei smiled and nodded.
Yang Chen walked to Little Zhao's side, and patted the plump man's shoulder, "Little Zhao, you know your Brother Yang hates people who disturb my peaceful days the most. If Zhong Hai becomes chaotic in the future, I'll come looking for you … … You … … You have a wife and kids, right? You're not alone. You have to do a good job for your family … "
Little Zhao felt a chill down his spine. He thought of Yang Cheng's cruel methods and quickly nodded.
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