Chapter 6: The Fourth Concubine's Night Visit

Before long, the room was filled with the sounds of moaning and groaning, yet a trace of cold laughter flickered across Long Chongjiu's face

Although it is certain that the ultimate victory will belong to the Chinese people, Long Chongjiu has arrived in an era of chaos and strife, and cannot endure the humiliation inflicted by these invaders. The thought of their atrocities ignites a fire in his heart, and to take action, he must first strengthen himself.

The neighbor, Ma Derong, continues his bed battle, with the sound of the bed frame colliding and the woman's gasping moans occasionally drifting over.

This woman is indeed formidable, Long Chongjiu was taken aback, but Miao Yixiang then said: "Don't tell me you are a member of the underground Communist Party?"

Miao Yixiang could not help but be astonished; it was indeed remarkable. Du Yuesheng could only control the International Settlement through Shen Xingshan. If it were someone else, regardless of their identity, status, or reputation, it would be difficult to gain the support of the masses. The underworld forces in Shanghai are intricately intertwined and exceedingly complex, each with its own network of connections. Du Huangzhang has yet to possess the strength to unify the underworld of Shanghai.

Foreigners must rely on him to achieve many of their objectives, as this is not their own country. There are significant differences in language communication and national customs, and not every Western or Indian trader is well-versed in Chinese affairs

Ma Derong revealed a hint of disdain in his eyes, yet smiled and said, "Then, my young brother, you should rest for a while. I will be next door; just call out if you need anything." After saying this, he turned and left Long Chongjiu's room, entering the adjacent room where two beautiful women were already waiting for him.

The best way to become powerful at this moment is undoubtedly to master a force that dominates the Shanghai Bund. Establishing a faction that specializes in black-on-black crime, Lu Lian Kui can be said to be the figure that Long Chong Jiu must align with at this moment. Once he has established his status and identity, he can retire honorably. Currently, he is still a solitary figure, while Lu Lian Kui's subordinates are merely petty thugs who bully the weak and fear the strong. Establishing a faction that specializes in black-on-black crime, Lu Lian Kui can be said to be the figure that Long Chong Jiu must align with at this moment. Once he has established his status and identity, he can retire honorably. Currently, he is still a solitary figure, while Lu Lian Kui's subordinates are merely petty thugs who bully the weak and fear the strong

Reflecting on this disorienting adventure through time and space, Long Chongjiu could not help but feel a myriad of emotions. This super rogue, who seemed to possess no redeeming qualities, had unexpectedly become more introspective and reserved upon returning to old Shanghai. The sharpness that once was so evident had now been concealed, and surprisingly, even his interest in women had diminished. Could this be considered a form of progress? Or perhaps it was that the "pure and innocent types" no longer sparked his interest?

Miao Yixiang kept one eye open and one eye closed, pretending not to know, but she really had not considered putting a green hat on Lu Liankui.

Long Chongjiu was quickly pondering in his heart the purpose of this woman's midnight visit

The voluptuous figure wrapped in the large floral silk cheongsam unexpectedly entered the quiet dark room at that moment, causing Long Chongjiu's heart to leap.

Take Ma Derong in front of us as an example. Is he reliable? One can tell from his fearful and uneasy gaze that the three giants of "Sanxin" have left a profound impression on him as a formidable adversary. He would never genuinely pledge allegiance to Lu Liankui as a trusted subordinate; even a fool can see that Lu Liankui will eventually have to make way for Du, Huang, and Zhang.

You are correct in what you say, but there is one point I do not understand: what benefit do you gain from knowing who lives and who dies among them

He has unwittingly invited trouble into his own home this time, and he did not anticipate that the cunning Miao Yixiang would easily find another man. In Shanghai, apart from the three major tycoons Du, Huang, and Zhang, he, Lu Liankui, is also among the elite. Who else would dare to act so recklessly besides them

He does not dare to provoke the fierce Fourth Concubine, so he constantly finds excuses to return to the mansion. Ostensibly, he goes to comfort the other three wives at home, but in reality, he is avoiding Miao Yixiang and sneaking off to the "Zhongnan Hotel" to engage in his escapades.

The person who arrived was none other than Lu Lian Kui's most favored fourth concubine, Miao Yixiang

"Xiao Jiuzi, do you not like the woman that A Rong arranged for you?" Miao Yixiang said after standing firm two meters away from the bed

Around midnight, Ma Derong took Long Chongjiu to the fifth floor of the Central Hotel. For young men full of vigor, indulgence in wine, women, and wealth has always been their greatest passion. Perhaps in the new century, Long Chongjiu would truly enjoy himself without any reservations.

Long Chongjiu, however, knew that the situation was not so simple. The ambitious advance troops of the Japanese had also arrived in Shanghai, hiding within the concessions, secretly colluding with Chinese traitors to carry out assassinations, sabotage, and other shameless activities

The moon hangs high in the sky, the stars shine brilliantly, and the night breeze gently flows in through the wide-open window

"Evasive argument, you dare not engage with women, so I say you are a Communist. Who doesn't know that the Communist Party has strict discipline? Are you afraid of violating the rules?"

Long Chongjiupan sat at the head of the bed, gazing out into the void beyond the window

This group of people is unreliable; if one were to depend on them to achieve great things, one might not even know how one would perish.

If it is said that Long Chongjiu still has an interest in women, then before him are Qi Hui and Miao Yixiang, who can evoke his desire for possession. The former is truly pure and dignified, giving off an aura of an untouchable saint, while the latter is as alluring as a peach blossom, radiating a fervent and tumultuous desire that makes one want to indulge in her completely. These are two entirely different styles, yet they possess the same allure.

What about Qi Hui? What is her background? It seems she intends to stay in Shanghai for a long time, likely due to "work" requirements

Is it possible that Lu Lianqu is testing me? He silently practiced the inner vision technique, and the scenes within a radius of more than ten zhang were vividly presented in his mind. Apart from Ma Derong next door performing the 'ultimate bow', there were no other suspicious phenomena.

Who is Lu Lian-kui? He is certainly not someone who can easily be reduced to a mere pawn. It is indeed rare for anyone to dare to covet his woman.

The enchanting fragrance of the flowers pales in comparison, and her delicate body trembles. This is only the second man in her life who dares to pin her down like this.

Hehe. Long Chongjiu couldn't help but smile and said: "Fourth Auntie is overestimating me. If they were to accept this rogue into the party, I would be overjoyed. However, I don't have that kind of fortune. To be honest, I do think about it quite a bit, but once I enter that circle, I would have to abide by the rules, which would be a kind of suffering for someone who is used to being a rogue."

The strong masculine scent enveloped her, intensifying her breath and causing her heart to race. Another indescribable sensation sent shivers through her body, akin to an electric shock. It was an unprecedented feeling, one she had never experienced with Lu Lian Kui.

The graceful steps begin to move slowly, and the spring light spilling from the slit of the qipao causes the dim room to flicker between light and darkness

"Fourth concubine, you didn't come to me voluntarily, did you? I will give you proof right now"

From the ever-changing gaze of Long Chongjiu, she discerned his thoughts. In a soft voice, she said: "You need not doubt anything. I am not here at the behest of your superior; I simply cannot understand why you have such audacity to act against Shen Xingshan at tomorrow's grand banquet. Just now, I discussed this with Lord Lu. If you do not intend to harm him, then you must be overly confident. A mountain cannot accommodate two tigers; everyone knows about the issues between him and Shen Xingshan."

"Little brother, the master instructed me to find you a pure and innocent girl to have some fun with, you have no objections, right?" Ma Derong said with a lewd smile

With the support of the Kuomintang, "Sanxin" became even more arrogant. The French consul colluded with them, and the French concession was essentially under their control. Their next target was undoubtedly Lu Lian-kui; by dealing with him, they aimed to elevate Shen Xing-shan as the foremost figure in the International Settlement. Thus, it could be said that all of Shanghai was firmly in the hands of Du, Huang, and Zhang.

Long Chongjiu rolled his eyes and said with a bitter smile: "Fourth Concubine, it's not that I am interested in every woman, nor am I in the mood for it all the time. Do you think I am an animal? Just because I see a woman, I would raise my stick?"

After leaving the Yu Mansion, I still had no place to settle down. According to protocol, as a constable, I should remain in the police station, ready for deployment at any time. However, having benefited from Lu Liankui's influence, no one seemed to inquire about me. This fellow holds a respected position in the British police station.

The woman was not surprised by Long Chongjiu, who was sitting at the head of the bed without having slept, nor did she pay any attention to the gun in his hand. She crossed her arms over her chest, causing her two ample breasts to push out even more prominently, almost as if they were about to burst through her clothing.

You are too kind, my friend. I have had quite a bit to drink today and am feeling quite dizzy. I would like to rest early, so please feel free to do as you wish.

Wang Shouhua was lured to his death by Du Yuesheng, which brought him into closer ties with Chiang Kai-shek

When a soft sound came from the door, Long Chongjiu's first reaction was to take out the pistol hidden under his pillow and prepare to use it

However, he is no longer in that frame of mind. Since the events of April 12, the Kuomintang has been capturing Communist Party members and underground workers on a large scale, while Du, Huang, and Zhang of "Sanxin" have become the henchmen of Chiang Kai-shek

Long Chongjiu suddenly jumped down, covering Miao Yixiang's mouth before she could scream, and rolled onto the bed while holding her tightly

Compared to ordinary women, Miao Yixiang is indeed fortunate. Shortly after entering the "Book Residence," she encountered Lu Lian Kui. In the old society, the status of women was still very low, especially for those who had fallen into the world of vice. To have an experience like Miao Yixiang's can be considered a blessing from her ancestors.

Although Lu Lianquai relied on the "King Kong Power Pill" to provide Miaoyixiang with physical satisfaction, it could not fill the void and loneliness in her heart. In the past two years, Lu Lianquai's physical condition has deteriorated significantly, and the side effects of the "King Kong Power Pill" have become quite apparent. Now, Lu Lianquai cannot achieve arousal without that substance.

Are you a scoundrel? You wouldn't dare to play with a woman even if given the chance. I suspect you are likely involved in underground activities, yet you still pretend with me

Long Chongjiu shoved the gun back under the pillow, glanced at Miaoyi Xiang, and said: "Fourth Concubine, if you want to achieve great things, you cannot have too many reservations. Fearing wolves in front and tigers behind will ultimately lead to failure. The reason Shen Xingshan dared to openly pledge allegiance to Du Yuesheng and the others is that he does not regard Master Lu highly. He is confident that Master Lu will not dare to take action against him. If Master Lu still wants to maintain his position on the Bund, he must eliminate the root of the problem that is Shen Xingshan. Du Yuesheng intends to use him to control the International Settlement, thereby achieving his goal of dominating the Bund. Master Lu's current situation is quite unfavorable; if he falls, Shen Xingshan will naturally take over everything here."