Hong Kong variety show: This gangster is so wicked he's practically wicked.

Chapter 22 If you call me Brother Qiang once, we're friends.

Dream Paris Nightclub.

Gao Qiang's office.

At that moment, he was chatting with the madam of the establishment to get a feel for the situation there.

"Brother Qiang, business has been slow lately, and the girls I work with are complaining a lot. You need to think of a solution quickly."

Gao Qiang sized up the woman sitting opposite him, her legs crossed, wearing a white evening gown, and holding a cigarette with three spice sticks in her hand.

Her name is Jialing. She is the temporary manager of the venue and also the most popular madam there.

There's a saying circulating in the establishment: "Jialing's service will satisfy you."

I heard that she earns 200,000 yuan a month, not counting the commission she makes from prostitution, which is more than Gao Qiang, the "store manager".

The girls under her patrons had some complaints about her taking away their hard-earned money from the prostitutes, and Gao Qiang was also very dissatisfied with this.

After taking a preliminary look, he understood the hardships the young women faced.

A gambling father, a sick mother, a school-aged brother, and a broken woman—these were just the entry-level requirements.

Behind their glamorous exteriors, which of them isn't struggling to survive in the cracks, enduring hardship and suffering, and often feeling overwhelmed by the burdens of life late at night?

Carina Lau was ruthless enough to take that money!

If I, a righteous gentleman, don't help them, who will?

Gao Qiang looked down at his notebook and took notes. Only after finishing did he look up and ask, "Sister Jialing, what do you think is the reason?"

"Brother Qiang, you're new here, so you don't know. Some of the new girls and madams aren't doing a good job, which is ruining the reputation of our Dream Paris, making it difficult for me to do business."

Jialing's words had a hidden meaning.

Ruby has been doing very well lately, partly because of her strong business skills, and partly because of Gao Qiang's influence, which has attracted many people to support her business.

This made Jialing, who had a monopoly in the store, feel threatened.

Ah Le originally brought Ruby in part to keep her in check.

"You mean Ruby?" Gao Qiang directly saw through her little scheme.

Jialing exhaled a puff of white smoke: "This isn't what I said, it's what the young lady downstairs said."

"Brother Qiang, I know you two are close, but I have to tell you this if it affects everyone's ability to make money."

She distanced herself completely from the relationship and emphasized her stance.

"Okay, I understand. I'll ask her about it."

"Are there any other difficulties?"

Gao Qiang was trying to get rid of her; he didn't like self-righteous and stubborn women.

Undeterred, Jia Ling continued, "I've got a few new girls here, Brother Qiang, could you help me test their skills?"

Gao Qiang smiled and declined, "I'm in the prime of my career right now, I'm too busy, you can ask Ada."

Seeing that she had made a fool of herself, Jialing left with a resentful look in her eyes.

Just as she was about to leave, Gao Qiang's magnetic voice drifted over: "From now on, light your cigarette ash in the ashtray. People in our line of work need to be clean."

Jialing pouted, recalling the black weekly magazine's claim that Gao Qiang had obsessive-compulsive disorder.

After hesitating for a moment, he pretended not to hear and left. His new backer was also very powerful!

The establishment relies on her to make money, so Gao Qiang doesn't dare to touch her.

Besides, he's just a gangster, what good is being able to fight?

Do you understand business? Do you know how to make money?

When Gao Qiang took over Dream Paris, A Le and the manager with gold-rimmed glasses reminded him that Jia Ling had grown up and might leave at any time, so Gao Qiang should be prepared.

Today's first encounter was exactly as expected.

Since she knew Ruby was having an affair with him, why did she still let him try out horses at the venue? Wasn't she deliberately trying to create discord between Ruby and Gao Qiang?

She didn't even bother to book a hotel room for him; she had no heart at all.

Unfortunately, Gao Qiang's greatest skill is making a woman's wings go soft or hard as he pleases.

After several days of investigation, and drawing on his experience from numerous surveys of nightclubs in his previous life, he had a general plan in mind.

In addition, Gao Qiang has been firing shots these past few days, and has made an "asshole deal" with Ruby.

Gao Qiang forbids Ruby from touching the women in the establishment, but she doesn't care about the women he has outside the establishment. As long as he treats her well, Ruby will follow Gao Qiang wholeheartedly from now on.

The main idea is to have a stable home life while having affairs outside.

……

He picked up the phone and made a call.

A moment later, Ruby, dressed in a cheongsam, walked in, looked around the empty room, gave Gao Qiang a flirty wink, and locked the door behind her.

She swayed her hips as she walked to Gao Qiang, sat on his lap, and wrapped her arms around his neck.

Once a man and a woman break through that barrier, communication becomes much easier.

"Brother Qiang, what do you want?"

Gao Qiang shoved her down: "What are you doing? It's during working hours!"

"oh."

Ruby acted as if nothing had happened and sat down on the stool opposite Gao Qiang.

Gao Qiang feigned seriousness: "I called you here today simply to find out if you're experiencing any difficulties in your work or life."

Ruby nodded: "Yes, a close friend of mine is in trouble and wants to ask Brother Qiang for help..."

She gave a brief explanation.

She has a close friend named Achan, who is Wei Jixiang's wife.

She used to be the most popular madam in Chinatown, having mentored many madams and prostitutes. After getting married, she returned to her family, but a few days ago, Wei Jixiang was kidnapped by Chen Mei.

After making inquiries, Achan learned that Wei Jixiang had ended up in Ale's hands, so he came to ask Gao Qiang for help.

Gao Qiang had no interest in Wei Jixiang, that good-for-nothing; he was only doing it out of respect for Ruby.

Given their relationship, Gao Qiang wouldn't say anything if she brought the person up directly out of politeness, but she still respected Gao Qiang and asked him first if he wanted to see her.

In addition, Gao Qiang has been doing well lately and is in a good mood, so he decided to meet him.

A short while later, a woman with a red scarf around her neck came up with a little boy.

He immediately greeted people with a smile, calling out, "Brother Qiang."

After saying that, he patted the little devil next to him and said, "Say hello."

The kid said "Oh," and looked at Gao Qiang: "Brother Qiang."

It amused Gao Qiang and Ruby.

Achan, who was initially a bit reserved, relaxed considerably.

Before coming, she read the shady weekly magazine. When she met Gao Qiang, she felt uneasy and scared, but this was her only chance.

Gao Qiang spoke first: "Ruby told me you want me to help you find Wei Jixiang?"

"If possible, I would like to ask Brother Qiang to help me rescue A Xiang." A Chan nodded.

Gao Qiang didn't waste any words: "Everyone in the entire Dream Paris knows that I'm the most helpful person."

I can ask around for you, but I can't guarantee I can get him out. I'll do my best.

"No matter how much it costs, I'm willing to pay!"

Achan thought Gao Qiang was asking her for money, and she became somewhat agitated.

"money?"

Gao Qiang chuckled coldly a few times: "Do I look like I'm short of money?"

I do need it, but you saying it directly makes me lose face.

Achan realized she had said the wrong thing and hurriedly tried to explain, but Ruby, who was next to her, pulled her back.

Gao Qiang continued, "I met you because Ruby and I are friends, and you are her best friend."

"If you call me Brother Qiang, then we're friends."

"It's only right for friends to help each other, and I'll do my best to help you."

"If it's about money, then you can leave. You can't afford the price of a human life."

Unbeknownst to Gao Qiang, he was imitating a scene from his favorite gangster film from his previous life, "The Godfather," to win people over.

Ah Chan reacted quickly: "Brother Qiang, I misspoke."

She chose to be friends with Gao Qiang.

Gao Qiang slowly stated his conditions: "If I need your help that day, I will do so to the best of your ability. I hope you can lend a hand."

Achan nodded solemnly: "I definitely will, Brother Qiang."

"Brother Qiang, if you help me, I'll definitely protect you when I grow up and start making my own way in the world."

The little boy that Achan brought had a childish voice, but his eyes were very sincere.

Gao Qiang stepped forward and patted his head: "You call me Brother Qiang, so you're my friend too."

"Listen to Brother Qiang, study hard, and when you grow up, become a lawyer, a doctor, a police officer, or run for office."

"That's how you protect Brother Qiang, you know?"

The little devil's eyes darted around, and after thinking for a moment, he said, "I know."

Ah Chan looked at Gao Qiang gratefully. This was the first time she had ever seen a gangster persuade a kid to do something legitimate.

Ruby gazed at Gao Qiang with eyes full of admiration.

For Gao Qiang, directly helping others is the way to earn the most points.

In addition, he gained a favor and also earned Ruby's favor, killing three birds with one stone.

Gao Qiang took a moment to glance at the system:

[Complete a positive action - persuade a child to walk the right path, and you'll receive 30 points]

[Extra bonus of HKD 300]