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The power difference between the Qing Gang and Hongmen is significant. If I want to assess their strengths, I must ensure that at least five branches of Tian Ye Gang defect to Hongmen. This is a grand plan, and a dangerous one at that. Especially since I need to execute this under the very noses of Qu Gui and Qing Gang, it’s akin to dancing on the edge of a blade.
Yet, I do have opportunities. After all, Qing Gang is currently pressuring Tian Ye Gang intensely, aiming to eliminate all the Old Forces and Helmsmen within Tian Ye Gang. If these Helmsmen fail to recognize the situation, they will meet their demise. My task is to help them see the reality of their circumstances. Perhaps I should give them a nudge in the right direction.
Interestingly, Qing Gang seems quite anxious. While it’s true that Tian Ye Gang is under Qing Gang's control, that control isn’t absolute. There are still many hidden dangers within Tian Ye Gang. Why not wait until all these issues are resolved before announcing their intentions? By then, Qing Gang would have replaced all of Tian Ye Gang's management with their own members, achieving true unity. Wouldn’t that be more impenetrable than their current position?
There are two possibilities: First, Hongmen may have already discovered Qing Gang's movements and deemed it unnecessary to hide anymore. Instead, they might inform Tian Ye Gang’s members to apply pressure for a swift unification. The second possibility is that there’s instability within Qing Gang itself. Zheng Yu once mentioned that the elders of Qing Gang want to oust their leader, Qu Youyang.
For two days, I’ve been contemplating this plan while searching for Linna’s whereabouts. The plan is taking shape, but Linna remains elusive; the letter I left in that shabby little house hasn’t been opened either.
Notably, during these two days, Qing Gang has captured Bill again. I’ve instructed Zheng Yu to take Bill to Jinshan Jiao; it’s merely a formality since I’ve already spoken with Molly about it. Collaborating with Molly is far more comfortable than working with Tam.
Normally, shipping would be Molly’s responsibility. I informed her that our condition for cooperating with Tian Ye Gang is simple: no free shipping. We’ll deliver the goods to the border; they can come pick them up themselves. Once they collect the goods, Molly will notify Huaxia Police under Zheng Yu’s name. This way, we won’t incur any financial losses, as Molly still needs funds to protect Jinshan Jiao.
I know Qing Gang is arrogant; they will undoubtedly agree to this condition.
On the third day, Qian Cun Jin entered Enforcement Hall on charges that aren’t too far-fetched—allegations of conducting personal business behind Tian Ye Gang’s back and profiting from their power without sharing any gains.
As soon as Qian Cun Jin stepped into Enforcement Hall, my deadline from Qu Gui arrived. I called Qu Gui.
“Xiang Dong, do you have a solution?”
Qu Gui's cold voice echoed back at me, accompanied by the sounds of a man’s anguished cries in the background—without a doubt, Qian Cun Jin was enduring torment.
"Yes."
I replied, and Qu Gui, as if stepping out of the room that tormented Qian Cun Jin, asked me, "What method?"
To have them executed, there is only one charge we can use.
I said.
"What is it?" Qu Gui inquired.
"Gathering for Rebellion."
I spoke slowly.
Is that so? If we want to rationally eliminate five or more Helmsmen, what other excuse could we use besides Gathering for Rebellion?
He chuckled, intrigued. "Interesting. Tell me your specific plan."
Hearing this, I smiled as well. While Qu Gui was thinking about how to fabricate false charges, I was contemplating how to turn the fake into reality!
First, to kill five Helmsmen and still gain the trust of the people, we need not only an excuse but also reasonable evidence. I believe we need to create this evidence ourselves and have someone to connect and guide us.
I said to Qu Gui, who urged me to continue.
Just as you said, once you eliminate a few Helmsmen, the others will understand Qing Gang's intentions; they will naturally gather for rebellion. I think as long as they are still under control, we can let them rebel on their own.
"Go on," Qu Gui's cold voice seemed devoid of any warmth.
To control them means that after obtaining the evidence, we can easily kill them and ensure their rebellion plans fail before they even begin. With so many talents in Qing Gang, you can send a few people close to them or bribe some around them. After acquiring the evidence, we can directly eliminate them; that is my plan.
I finished in one breath.
Qu Gui then said coldly, "Do you realize your plan is very dangerous? What if their plans don't fail but succeed instead?"
I smiled and replied, "Then both you and I would be dead!"
"Do you still dare to propose such a plan?"
Qu Gui then asked me.
I smiled and continued, "What else can I do? You want me to kill them and also ensure that my subordinates are convinced. You must understand that what you’re asking me to take away is the entirety of the remaining Old Forces and Helmsmen. Otherwise, why would they be running their own operations under Qing Gang's banner?"
After I finished speaking, Qu Gui fell silent.
Currently, Tian Ye Gang is under a strict crackdown. During such times, capturing one or two typical examples and executing them for minor offenses usually doesn't raise any objections. The most challenging part is dealing with the last few Helmsmen.
As events unfold, the remaining Helmsmen will become increasingly cautious, making it harder for you to find incriminating evidence against them. If you use a flimsy excuse, it could easily lead to discontent among the members of Tian Ye Gang. This would destabilize morale and leave behind significant hidden dangers.
Moreover, why does Qu Gui want to find an excuse to deal with the last few Helmsmen? It’s because targeting them one by one would clearly signal that Qing Gang intends to eliminate the Old Forces, which would also cause discontent among the members. We have been loyal to Tian Ye Gang; how could you treat us this way? You can't just force us out and expect to kill us all one by one!
So this is not an easy task; you need to eliminate their leader while ensuring that everyone is on board with it. The only excuse that could justify such actions is treason.
"Draft a plan immediately and have it sent to me; I need to present this matter to the higher-ups," Qu Gui said before hanging up.
This matter is significant; a misstep could lead to a real rebellion among my subordinates. Despite Qu Gui's position in Tian Ye Gang, he is merely a pawn of Qing Gang. He has no authority to make such a critical decision.
After hanging up, I immediately began drafting a plan. The people from Qing Gang are certainly not fools; they cannot be easily deceived. I must fully consider their perspective in order to have any chance of tricking them.
First, I explained that this method is indeed very dangerous, but there are advantages to its risks. If we use a flimsy excuse to eliminate the remaining Old Forces Helmsmen, it will lead to discontent among the ranks. The more pressure we apply, the more resistance we will face!
This is understandable; if you unjustly kill our leader using a flimsy excuse, we will have grievances against you. Are you trying to force us into submission with strong-arm tactics? Even if we submit, it still leaves endless hidden dangers.
What if we punish the Old Forces Helmsmen for treason? Then after eliminating the Old Forces Helmsmen, anyone who opposes Qing Gang can be dealt with on the spot! It's very forceful and justifiable! We can continue until all dissenters are eliminated and then brainwash the remaining members, appointing capable individuals as leaders. A few sweet rewards will ensure they continue to serve you loyally.
This was my reasoning for choosing this plan.
Next came the specific implementation strategy.
The key point lies in whether Qing Gang has the capability to immediately control these Helmsmen when they decide to rebel. For example, if these Helmsmen hold a meeting and decide to rebel, only for all of them to meet an untimely end right after their decision—what good would that accomplish aside from their deaths?
My advice to Qing Gang was quite conservative: I wrote that if there is a way to cultivate pieces that can control those Helmsmen's lives, then this plan is feasible; if not, it should be discarded.
I wrote extensively until I filled an entire sheet of paper and then placed it into a leather pouch.
It's quite interesting. Ever since I got involved with the Underworld, I haven't reported to my superiors in this way for a long time.
After finishing this piece, I sent a junior to deliver it to Qu Gui, and then I started waiting for Qing Gang's response. I suspect there's an eighty percent chance that Qing Gang will adopt my plan, but there's a hundred percent certainty that they will make some modifications to it.
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