Chapter 3, Fist = Truth (1)
The two exchanged a glance, feeling somewhat awkward. After a long while, Zhu Qi finally said: "We usually just borrow a few things from others from time to time, to exchange for some pocket money."
Meng Zhu Wei raised his thumb and began to flatter: "I didn't expect that Boss Bai is a well-rounded leader, excelling in both literature and martial arts."
Standing in the corridor slightly higher than the skylight, Bai Xiangyun looked at everything before her and couldn't help but sigh. The law of the jungle exists everywhere, and even in a place where one would expect mutual sympathy among the afflicted, it is no exception
Bai Xiangyun was somewhat taken aback and felt a sense of novelty, as he never expected to hear such remarks. Although he had employed less than honorable tactics in his business battles, he had never crossed the boundaries of morality and law. Moreover, in the business world, as in war, the victor is king and the vanquished is a bandit; the outcome is all that matters, not the process. However, the young man before him equated the underworld with legitimate industries, and he found it hard to accept this perspective.
Bai Xiangyun felt a stir in her heart and a smile, specifically used when navigating the marketplace, appeared on her face: "How did you fare while you were outside?"
Bai Xiangyun opened his mouth but ultimately said nothing. It is truly not a matter of pride to speak of having served in the military and held an official position here
A group of unreasonable individuals, am I supposed to be afraid of you
The area from the entrance to the common sleeping area is narrow; in front lies a quilt, and behind is the enemy. To the left is a wall where a mouthwash cup and toothbrush are placed, and to the right is a small sink. There is barely more than four feet between the sink and the common sleeping area, and the fat man is guarding this spot. On the common sleeping area, there is also the ruthless Li Dao, whom I admire, and the enigmatic, smirking figure with drooping eyes. It is not a good place to hide.
Bai Xiangyun's gaze flickered, her voice as hard as iron: "Alright! Then let's see whose fist is harder at https://m.hetushu.com"
"Shut up with your sarcastic remarks, if we don't deal with him, none of us will have a good time." Li Dao hopped back to the dormitory, holding up his pants.
I never expected to find myself in this situation today. Bai Xiangyun couldn't help but smile bitterly in her heart
The deadly knife of Dongcheng District has become a cripple? The hanging eyes scrutinized Li Dao with a clicking sound.
The attention of all the prisoners was drawn to their voices, each wearing a look of glee as they watched Bai Xiangyun
"Fatty, with drooping eyes. Take him down." Before Bai Xiangyun could respond, Li Dao had already shouted. Then came another round of grinning and baring teeth.
Meng Zhu Wei said confidently: "We are not lacking either. In the niche market, our practice of 'Eleven Claws' is quite legitimate."
Bai Xiangyun's tall stature is quite striking. Except for the busy Lao Ding, who seems oblivious to everything, the prisoners almost all gaze at him, though their eyes reflect a mix of emotions. There is curiosity, confusion, and also fear.
Having once been a soldier, he holds a deep respect for valiant men—even for his enemies
Seeing Bai Xiangyun's calm demeanor, both the stout man and the one with drooping eyes felt a twinge of unease. However, being seasoned individuals accustomed to the dangers of life, they quickly regained their composure and fixed their gaze on him intently
Then a clattering sound was heard as the door lock was opened
Fat Brother paused and said loudly: "Diao Yan Si, Ah La Gui, let's go 'smoke' with Brother Dao."
The sound of a clanging door echoed from outside, and soon the figure of the old supervisor appeared outside the iron gate: "Everyone, return to your beds and sit properly"
Li Daozheng stood at the door, looking at him with anger, his face contorted. His nose had stopped bleeding, but his right leg was weakly dragging along. One hand occasionally rubbed against it.
Bai Xiangyun gently turned around, a hint of surprise and admiration flashing in her eyes
It seems that the trouble Brother Dao has gotten into this time is quite serious, and he probably won't be getting out anytime soon, Zhu Qi responded in agreement with the bewildered Pig Wei
Indeed. Zhu Qi was also caught up in a frenzy. In this line of work, perception is paramount. Bai Xiangyun's attire and demeanor revealed to them that the reality was far from what he had claimed
Is stealing considered legitimate? Then what is considered illegitimate? Bai Xiangyun became intrigued.
With a loud "bang," A La Gui's fierce and precise kick was intercepted by Bai Xiangyun with a swift backward kick. The immense force caused A La Gui to tremble all over, and he involuntarily took a few steps back, nearly falling onto the corridor floor
Human trafficking, drug dealing, and rape are the most disgraceful acts. Theft and deception are commonplace. Smuggling, characterized by a high degree of cunning, and the activities of individuals like Brother Dao are often praised. Engaging in violence and killing is merely a means of survival based on one's physical strength and abilities, which is not fundamentally different from the lives of ordinary citizens.
Bai Xiangyun was taken aback for a moment, and it took her a while to understand what he meant. She couldn't help but shake her head with a smile: "No wonder you all want to be with him in the future"
Bai Xiangyun smiled faintly and turned around without hesitation to walk back indoors. In the military, he was known as a master who could take on ten opponents at once; he would not be afraid of a few small thugs
Sure. Brother Dao has plenty of good cigarettes; if you don't smoke, it's a waste.
Two individuals who clearly did not seem to be of good character emerged from the crowd of criminals, swaying as they followed the chubby man towards Room 13
Those who are tightly bound are the prisoners with relatively low status in each cell—Bai Xiangyun later learned that these individuals have a specific designation: Lao Ding. Their primary task is to fill the small water basin in the cell from the large water tank—this water is used for flushing toilets and for the "big brothers" who disdain fetching water from the large tank in the courtyard with ordinary prisoners to bathe. After that, they wash the clothes of the cell leaders, and only then do they attend to their own needs. The ones who leisurely saunter out are, of course, those cell leaders. Their only task is to lounge in the sun while smoking and stretching.
"Zhu Qi, where is Brother Dao?" A chubby man with a face full of flesh approached, his eyes fixed on Bai Xiangyun
Fat Brother... Zhu Qi, basking in the sun and doing nothing, glanced at Bai Xiangyun without saying a word
The two people on the bed could not see Bai Xiangyun's movements behind the quilt, and thought their scheme had succeeded. Just as they were about to feel pleased, they suddenly saw a pair of feet flip over the quilt, and Bai Xiangyun miraculously appeared in mid-air, landing steadily on the quilt.
Are you looking for Li Dao?" Bai Xiangyun smiled kindly and said, "He is sleeping inside.
Zhu Qi, who was facing the cell door, suddenly stood still, staring behind Bai Xiangyun. The bewildered Zhu Wei, who had just poured a bucket of water at the door, also exclaimed: "Brother Dao... you are awake?!"
Although his successful career and photographs have appeared in newspapers and magazines, in the national-level city of Qingxi, it can only be considered a drop in the ocean. It is hardly expected that these few small-time thugs would recognize him
Brother, go in. It’s easier to talk inside. The ghost looked at Bai Xiangyun and nodded towards the room. The four-eyed figure had an expression that suggested he wouldn’t let you in unless you went inside.
Bai Xiangyun nodded to the two and said, "You two go ahead and get him to bed first, we will talk later"
Bai Xiangyun's heart skipped a beat; just when he thought the matter of fighting with Li Dao had been exposed, the old instructor left again. Then, the sound of a lock being opened came from next door.
Alright! With a shout from the old warden, amidst a chorus of cheers, the doors of the thirteen cells in the prison building opened simultaneously, and over a hundred inmates emerged, some briskly and others at a leisurely pace
The force of the rebound caused Bai Xiangyun's body to lean forward, and he instinctively placed both hands on the ground. With a twist of his waist, he inverted himself, and just before the quilt could cover him, he bent his arms and then shot up several feet high, his feet already more than a foot above the quilt.
The shiny bald heads glimmered under the sunlight, swaying back and forth at varying speeds, creating a remarkable spectacle
"Boss Bai, what did you originally do?" Zhu Qi asked cautiously, noticing that his expression seemed somewhat off.
The sound of Li Dao's anguished cries could not penetrate the large iron gate of the monitoring building, yet they still heard it
Oh... Bai Xiangyun felt relieved. Although she was not afraid of causing trouble, it was not her wish for anything "troublesome" to happen right after she arrived, especially if it affected Gao Fan.
Zhu Qikan spoke eloquently, and his expression changed in accordance with the content of his speech. In the end, he adopted an air of self-satisfaction.
We have come to an agreement. This time, we will go out and hang out with Brother Dao. Just the fact that he insists on feeding his younger brothers, even if he himself goes without, is enough reason for us to follow him. Meng Zhu Wei finally helped Li Dao change his clothes and stood up to speak to Bai Xiang Yun.
"Reason? Haha, ridiculous. In this era, in this place, a fist is reason, and it is also truth," said the ghostly figure behind.
A burst of laughter erupted, and it was unclear who first let out a quacking sound like a duck. Following that, various tunes and voices began to resonate, creating an utterly chaotic scene
It is time for the break now, Zhu Qi said softly
Upon seeing his expression, Zhu Qi felt a great weight lift from his heart. He then said, "Brother Dao is quite skilled, indeed... so skilled that he is unmatched in the East City. If it weren't for his rather irritable and rough temperament, he would have already made a name for himself. Many bosses value him, but there is little they can do about this flaw of his. It's just his nature... Hehe..." Many bosses value him, but there is little they can do about this flaw of his. It's just his nature... Hehe...
The ghost shouted loudly to the more than one hundred people in the courtyard, "Aren't you bastards fond of singing? It's the New Year, so sing louder to celebrate."
Bai Xiangyun smiled slightly and said, "I am just doing a small business to make a living."
Watching Li Dao sleeping peacefully on the bed, Bai Xiangyun gazed at the iron door, feeling an indescribable mix of emotions. Those whom he had previously considered the scum of humanity and a malignant tumor in society were now right before his eyes. Starting today, he would have to share a room, a bed, and meals with them. Although he was not a saint himself, everything he had achieved so far was through hard work and effort. Unexpectedly... However, it was fortunate that he had already noticed that among these people, there were still some worth his acquaintance. Although he was not a saint himself, everything he had achieved so far was through hard work and effort. Unexpectedly... However, it was fortunate that he had already noticed that among these people, there were still some worth his acquaintance.
My sister should be able to handle everything well. Remembering his beautiful and intelligent sister, he reassured himself once again before coming here that he would not let the "Floating Cloud Group" he founded collapse. He would also take good care of his elderly parents.
"Exactly!" Fat Brother echoed.
Bai Xiangyun felt a surge of anger and, without even looking, bent down and kicked backward.
"Boss Bai." The two of them quickly cleaned the bloodstains on the ground and sat down beside Li Dao, intentionally or unintentionally keeping their distance from the new tenant who had successfully overshadowed them.
Bai Xiangyun had just walked through the door when a cotton quilt came rushing at her like a dark cloud, followed by a fierce shout from behind: "Go die."
Brother, let's go inside and talk. Let me see what kind of impressive person has come today, said Fat Bear with a strange smile as he greeted Li Dao and walked into Room 13