Chapter 0004: The Turbulence (Part Two)
Lu Weilin seized Ye Qinghong with one hand, a flying knife still lodged in his left shoulder, the blood having completely soaked through the left shoulder of his military uniform. He twisted Ye Qinghong's right arm to use her as a shield in front of him, pressing his pistol against her lower back, and shouted angrily: "Put down your guns!"
In the darkness, people were in a state of panic, and no one knew exactly what was happening. Some fled from the table in a rush, while most instinctively crouched down to hide in their seats
Put down your weapons! All of you, put down your weapons! The authoritative voice of Master Mu San echoed from within the private room, as a murder had just occurred beside him. After all, he was a seasoned player in the underworld, and even after experiencing a moment of terror, his expression showed no signs of panic. His deep gaze remained steady, and his black long robe was stained with quite a bit of blood; however, all of this blood belonged to Ren Zhongchang. The two were too close, and when Ren Zhongchang was shot, the splattered blood inevitably got on him. This also allows one to infer the perilous scene that had just unfolded, as Master Mu San had just walked through the gates of hell.
"What?" the blind man asked in confusion
Changing to a new environment brings about a different world
At this moment, three beams of light were projected from different directions, locking onto the source of the gunfire. As Lu Weilin's figure was exposed under the beams, he raised his pistol and fired three shots in quick succession, extinguishing the flashlight completely. Following this, three screams echoed, and the scene was once again plunged into darkness
The soul follows the turning wheels
Luo Lie had already stood up, and he was very familiar with the temperament of the blind man. This fellow, upon seeing a beautiful woman, was like a cat catching a whiff of fish; he would not care about anything else. At such times, Luo Lie would usually take practical action; as long as he left, the blind man would definitely follow to inquire about the matter.
The murderer was completely exposed to the light, and four officers responsible for protecting the Governor of Ganbei, Ren Zhongchang, raised their guns and pursued him, determined to capture the murderer and avenge their governor
As Lu Weilin dashed towards the stage at the moment the pistol hit the ground, a flying knife whizzed past his back with a whoosh. Lu Weilin broke out in a cold sweat; the opponent must possess the ability to discern sound and location, as they were able to determine his position solely based on the sound of the firearm hitting the ground. Had his reactions been even slightly slower on two occasions, he would likely have been stabbed to death on the spot.
At that moment, the lights at the scene suddenly turned on, and the blind man hurriedly closed his eyes; the sudden illumination caused a strong stimulation to his small eyes
In the darkness, Lu Weilin heard the howling of the wind. Instinctively, as he moved his feet, his body twisted to the left. A piercing pain shot through his left shoulder as a small knife, about an inch long, pierced his shoulder. The pain caused his left hand to tremble, and he was unable to hold onto his pistol, which clattered to the ground.
The blind man gazed at Ye Qinghong on the stage, who shone like the stars, his mouth agape as if he could fit a fist inside. He looked at Ye Qinghong, nearly drooling, when Luo Lie interrupted him, kicking him under the table and whispering, "Let's go"
Ye Qinghong's skin is as white as snow, and her appearance differs from the traditional Eastern beauty. Her eye sockets are slightly sunken, her nose is straight, and her mouth is not the typical cherry blossom shape associated with traditional beauty. The contours of her face lack the unique softness of Eastern women, yet possess the distinctive three-dimensional quality of Western women. Her eyebrows are perfectly shaped, unadorned, and sharp as a sword. Her eyes are not purely black; upon closer inspection, they have a faint hint of blue. This is not surprising, as Ye Qinghong is of mixed heritage; her mother is French.
The gaze of the young officer was cold and indifferent, and from his line of sight, it could be inferred that his target was Ren Zhongchang, the governor of northern Jiangxi. The scene was filled with joyous applause, yet it was Ye Qinghong who took the stage, surrounded by a group of beautiful dancers. Twelve dancers, dressed in white sailor suits, ascended the stage to the lively and rhythmic music. A beautiful lady in a fiery red long dress appeared on stage, her light and graceful dance steps resembling a flame. Even amidst the group of beautiful dancers, she stood out distinctly, shining brightly. She performed the recently popular tap dance from America, her movements wild and the rhythm brisk.
Wine does not intoxicate people; rather, it is the people who become intoxicated themselves
The four officers did not heed Master Mu's command and continued to aim their guns. One of them shouted, "Master Mu, he has killed our commander!"
The blind man held his head, lying on the ground, trying to keep his entire body as flat against the surface as possible. Even so, he could still feel the bullets whizzing overhead, with the nearest one almost grazing his scalp. The vase on the table was unfortunately hit, and shards of porcelain flew everywhere. The blind man felt liquid running down his face, unsure whether it was sweat or blood, his heart racing in fear. Luo Lie was lying just a short distance away from him, still gripping a flying knife in his hand. The blind man glared at Luo Lie through gritted teeth, thinking that if it weren't for his meddling, how could they have provoked such a frenzied retaliation from the other side?
Arriving at the Blue Mill was not for the purpose of watching a performance. After the appearance of the red card Ye Qinghong, he did not even glance in her direction, his gaze either fixed on the glass of wine or scanning the surroundings. Luo Lie followed his line of sight, while Lu Weilin began to observe the environment as soon as he entered. After Mu Sanshou and Ren Zhongchang arrived, his gaze repeatedly fell upon Ren Zhongchang. Remembering what the blind man had just said about Lu Weilin carrying dual pistols, a sense of ominous foreboding suddenly arose deep within Luo Lie.
Wasting youth aimlessly and frivolously
Wasting youth in a carefree and aimless manner
Although the blind man was corpulent and unwieldy, his reflexes were exceptional. In an instant, he had already dropped to the ground, and Luo Lie had also crouched down beside him. This was not out of fear of death; after all, bullets do not have eyes, and being accidentally injured would not be worth it. Luo Lie whispered, "That young officer."
Luo Lie's gaze followed Mu San Ye and the others as they entered the private room, only to inadvertently discover that someone else was watching them with the same interest.
Nightlife revolves around the essentials of clothing, food, housing, and transportation
The blind man looked up, but the scene was so dark that one could not see their own hand in front of them. Ordinary people could not see anything at all, yet the blind man was able to perceive the surroundings clearly. The young officer named Lu Weilin raised his gun and aimed in the direction of the box, while the governor of Ganbei, Ren Zhongchang, had already slumped over in his seat, having been shot in the mouth and nose, and was still bleeding profusely at that moment
However, just as he stood up, the lights at the venue suddenly went out. The scene fell into a profound silence, the music had not yet ceased, and in the darkness, one could still hear Ye Qinghong's gentle and enchanting singing voice
The blind man has taken off his sunglasses, and his small eyes are shining brightly as he gazes at the stage. At this moment, Ye Qinghong, after a passionate and exuberant opening dance, has changed into a tailored royal blue silk embroidered qipao, which accentuates her curvaceous figure even more. Under the spotlight, she gently and melodiously begins to sing the song that has taken Huangpu River by storm
Reflecting on the nightlife as if awakening from a dream
Reflecting on the nightlife as if awakening from a dream
You have only one chance! Lu Weilin's voice left no room for negotiation
The blind man clearly could not bear to leave, murmuring: "Let me finish watching, let me finish watching before I speak..."
The four officers not only did not lower their handguns, but instead aimed their weapons at Lu Weilin and Ye Qinghong on the stage. In their view, the life of a dancer was utterly insignificant, and they were willing to sacrifice Ye Qinghong's life to stop the assailant.
Luo Lie leaned forward slightly and said, "There may be trouble here; we should leave this place of disputes as soon as possible"
Bang! Bang! The crisp sound of gunfire rang out, and the scene was immediately thrown into chaos
However, this is Huangpu, and it is also the French Concession. As various individuals from Europe and America continuously flock in, they bring with them fashion and aesthetics that align with international trends. This is one of the reasons why Ye Qinghong was able to rise to fame in Huangpu in a short period of time
Lu Weilin ran while raising his right hand, continuously pulling the trigger. He was using an improved version of the Browning M1910, with a caliber of 7.65 mm and a magazine capacity of seven rounds. Although he was running, he could still determine the approximate location of the assailants, aiming and firing continuously at the places where Luo Lie and the Blind Man were located. Lacking the Blind Man's ability to see in the dark, he naturally could not accurately lock onto his targets. His true intention was to suppress the opponent's attack with powerful firepower, allowing him to escape quickly from the range of their attack. He could still determine the approximate location of the assailants, aiming and firing continuously at the places where Luo Lie and the Blind Man were located. Lacking the Blind Man's ability to see in the dark, he naturally could not accurately lock onto his targets. His true intention was to suppress the opponent's attack with powerful firepower, allowing him to escape quickly from the range of their attack
As dawn breaks softly, everyone awakens and prepares to return.
The bright lights illuminate, the sound of vehicles echoes, and the songs and dances flourish.
Night Shanghai, Night Shanghai, you are a city that never sleeps
One can only see her smiling face, yet little do they know the turmoil within her heart
Fortunately, after Lu Weilin fired seven shots, he did not pursue Luo Lie relentlessly. The blind man turned to look and saw that Lu Weilin had already escaped onto the stage, while the actors, including Ye Qinghong, were still lying there and had not managed to flee.
Changing to a new environment brings about a different world
Her distinctiveness is also evident in her posture; standing at a height of 1.75 meters, with a slender waist and long legs, Ye Qinghong embodies a beauty that is unconventional, strikingly bold and flamboyant, wild and unrestrained. Had this been before the fall of the Qing Dynasty, such a girl would likely have been regarded as a monster by most. With features as picturesque as a painting, petite and exquisite, and embodying the essence of a delicate beauty, she does not fit any of these traditional ideals. Particularly, her feet, which move to a lively rhythm, might be considered somewhat large by conventional standards. Although foot binding was officially banned after the fall of the Qing, societal aesthetic values cannot be altered overnight. Had this been before the fall of the Qing Dynasty, such a girl would likely have been regarded as a monster by most. With features as picturesque as a painting, petite and exquisite, and embodying the essence of a delicate beauty, she does not fit any of these traditional ideals. Particularly, her feet, which move to a lively rhythm, might be considered somewhat large by conventional standards. Although foot binding was officially banned after the fall of the Qing, societal aesthetic values cannot be altered overnight.
Luo Lie's attention remained focused on the officer named Lu Weilin, not because Ye Qinghong's appearance was lacking in beauty, nor because the performance on stage was insufficiently splendid. On the contrary, since Ye Qinghong took the stage, her brilliant performance had elicited continuous cheers and applause, rapidly elevating the atmosphere of the event to its peak. However, Lu Weilin's expression showed no signs of change, as his attention was entirely elsewhere.
In the instant when the beam flickered, Luo Lie raised his hand, and a cold light shot towards Lu Weilin like a flash of lightning
The soul follows the turning wheels
As dawn breaks softly, everyone awakens and prepares to return
Wine does not intoxicate, but people intoxicate themselves
Mu Sanye let out a cold snort, and eight individuals stepped out from the crowd, raising their pistols to aim at the four officers. Every time Mu Sanye goes out, he never does so alone; in such chaotic times, a figure like him must take ample precautions. Each day in the underworld feels like walking on thin ice, where a moment's carelessness could lead to an irretrievable abyss. His ability to live safely to this day is not due to sheer luck, but rather his sufficient caution. Each day in the underworld feels like walking on thin ice, where a moment's carelessness could lead to an irretrievable abyss. His ability to live safely to this day is not due to sheer luck, but rather his sufficient caution.