Hao Yuan lurked in Hangzhou - he abandoned his missionary status and had no contact with the church in Hangzhou - the bishops of Macau boasted in front of Hao Yuan about their "close cooperation" with the "Australians" . [Read full text] He knew very well that the church in Hangzhou was no longer a force that he could rely on.
He lives in Hangzhou as an ordinary citizen. He does not lack money, but he is only satisfied with the simplest life. He watched the arrival of the Australians with cold eyes, and at the same time, quietly carried out his work of spreading the fire.
The work was not going well, and Hao Yuan soon realized what the "boundless darkness" his master said was. It was not just the world that was dark, but the human heart. It is more difficult to illuminate the human heart than to burn the entire world with fire.
After several months of unremitting efforts, Hao Yuan finally discovered the place Nanxiawa. He stayed there quietly and began to run his own organization.
Hao Yuan quickly became the leader of a "vibrant civil society organization" in Nanxiawa. This organization is not very famous in the city of Hangzhou, but it is famous for its courage to take action. Compared with the "beating society" who often pretends to play tricks and relies on superficial ruthlessness to enhance the scene, "Nanxiawa" has the following tricks: Known for being ruthless and daring to fight. The urban foxes and rats in Hangzhou are somewhat afraid of them.
Fortunately, the brothers from Nanxiawa do not intend to make a name for themselves through this, fighting for land and food in Hangzhou. They just want to protect themselves from being bullied.
Hao Yuan has gained his own basic strength and some fame. However, his reputation is not great, and he has a bad reputation among the urban foxes and social rats - he is just "not easy to mess with". He waited patiently, paying attention to Zhao Yingong's every move in Hangzhou. Waiting for Zhao Yingong to show his true abilities.
He got in touch with Shi Weng through Cao Guangjiu. As a "broken boot party", Cao Guangjiu is inextricably related to this kind of "vibrant civil organizations" that are half black and half white. Cao Guangjiu was entrusted by Shi Weng to drag the city foxes and rats around Hangzhou to show Mr. Zhao a good look. However, most of the city foxes and rats bullied good men and pursued the principle of not fighting against power. He heard that they were going to deal with Mr. Zhao, a Everyone complained of headache and brain fever.
Although Mr. Zhao is a migrant from Guangdong. He was not very prominent at first, but recently he has been linked to many wealthy gentry families in the south of the Yangtze River. I heard that he has a close relationship with Xu Ge's hometown.
When gods fight, common people suffer. When Shi Weng's boss fights with Master Zhao, no matter how hard the fight is, when the matter is over, the masters will turn their backs on each other. The unlucky ones are all the devils and monsters who have contributed. Therefore, although good guys from all walks of life covet the conditions offered by Cao Guangjiu, there are really not many who dare to reach out.
The big forces did not come forward, so the little people naturally fell in love with Cao Guangjiu. Cao Guangjiu heard that this group of people in Nanxiawa "dare to fight and kill" and are very tough, although there are not many in number. But very combative. Then Hao Yuan was also brought into the group.
Hao Yuan didn't know how to let go of such an opportunity, so he joined Shi Weng's conspiracy group.
Hao Yuan was not very concerned about who Shi Weng's employer was. He had heard his master say that the most dangerous enemies were the "Australians" and he should seize every possible opportunity to attack them.
However, he was not prepared to follow their lead. He knows it very well. The main reason why Shi Weng's boss wants to deal with Zhao Yingong is a matter of interest, and it is just a matter of driving Zhao Yingong away; it is not a dispute of interest between himself and Zhao Yingong, but a life-and-death contest.
He decided to take advantage of the opportunity and hit the Australians hard.
On the night of July 14th, he gathered his troops.
Twelve people came, plus one Jia Le. These people are the key members he gradually developed in Nanxiawa, like Jia Le. He has taught them some "truths" to some extent, but has not officially accepted anyone as a disciple.
Among these thirteen people, he still needs to further investigate who can become his disciple.
On a large table, a plan of the perfect bookstore has been briefly drawn with charcoal - this was drawn based on Xihua's description. Although the proportions are not quite accurate, the overall structure is intact.
"Listen, tomorrow Cao Guangjiu and his gang will attack Fenghuang Villa, and our people have to show their faces." He called by name: "Li Da. Li Er, you brothers will take the brothers from Nanxiawa to follow them tomorrow." Just stand there and don't have to use any force. Just fight in and show Cao Guangjiu and the others that we've arrived!"
"clear!"
"If they rob, you rob too. If they set fire, you also set fire. Whatever they do, just lead them and do it. Don't do it yourself. You have to bring everyone back in peace!"
"We understand, Hao Da." Li Da and Li Er were very convinced of Hao Yuan and nodded in agreement.
"Dong San, Chen Si, tomorrow you lead people to rush in through the front door of Wanbi Bookstore and occupy the front hall. After the brothers behind come in, you will stay there until everyone retreats!"
"clear."
"Mao Wu, He Liu, you lead people to control both ends of the street in Wanbi Villa to prevent idlers from waiting. If any government servants rush towards you, just beat them away. You have the most important task, and you must hold on until three Start a fire and go up to the sky and then withdraw.”
"Don't worry, even if we die on this road, we won't let the Yamen rush over." Mao Wu stood up and said firmly.
"It's up to you, but you have to do things skillfully and use your brain more." Hao Yuan smiled, "Don't think about death all the time."
"Yes, I understand. I will remember what you said."
"Zhang Qi, Liu Ba——"
Hao Yuan assigned them one by one, who entered through the front door, who guarded the back door, who was responsible for handling transportation, who was responsible for arson, where to gather and hide, where the files of the stolen money were temporarily stored... they were all listed one by one. landing. Not only is the plan well-planned, but there are also several backup plans in case something unexpected happens.
"Tomorrow is our first action. We are not working for Mr. Jin Shen, but for ourselves." Hao Yuan said, "I will say it again, no matter what happens, talents are the most important. In case of any crisis, , protect yourself first!”
After the distribution was completed, the people attending the meeting dispersed. Hao Yuan ordered Jia Le to put away important documents and items and move them immediately.
"What should I do about Xihua?"
"Her goal is too big. Now Zhao Yingong's people are probably frantically looking for her. Taking her to transfer will only expose her to danger. It will be safer for her to stay here." Hao Yuan said,
"Then you are going to abandon her?!" Jia Le's face turned stiff. She had been getting along with Xihua for a long time, and she had a good impression of this sister who was cold on the outside but full of emotions on the inside, and when she thought of her I abandoned everything and fled here. It would be so pitiful if I was really abandoned by Uncle Hao. My mother once said: What a man says to a woman is unreliable.
Hao Yuan smiled: "How could it be? I would be so tolerant of a good girl like Xihua? Don't worry, this place is hidden and protected. She is safe here - she is in danger to everyone when she acts with us now. After the incident is over, I will naturally come to pick her up."
"You can't lie to people..."
"Have you, Uncle Hao, ever lied to anyone?"
"Then I have to stay here too." Jia Le was still worried, "You won't be so cruel as to throw me away, right?"
"Okay." Time was running out. Hao Yuan was eager to rush to the next location to coordinate all actions, and he couldn't take into account the concerns of his children. Thinking that this place was not exposed and it was safe for both Jia Le and Xi Hua to stay here, they agreed.
"You can stay here, don't wander around, stay in the house as much as possible, and don't even go out to the yard - the same goes for Xihua."
Hao Yuan knew that among the bodyguards and thieves there were quite a number of capable people who came and went, and there was no guarantee that Zhao Yingong also had such people.
"I know this. If I stay with her, she will feel at ease. Otherwise, when she wakes up, she will be surrounded by strangers. What would you think if it were you?"
Hao Yuan hurried away, while Jia Le stayed here and became the leader here. She immediately informed the nursing home staff and others, closed and locked all unused rooms, and extinguished all lights except necessary ones.
"Except for those who guard the back door and those responsible for external support who stay in the front and rear gate rooms, everyone else returns to the main courtyard." Jia Le ordered, "Move my luggage to the east side courtyard where Miss Xihua lives. We will live there in the future." There, other people live around the main courtyard to protect him."
There is enough food and firewood in this house, as well as a well, so you can live for a month without leaving home. Hao Yuan's final order to Jia Le was simple: stay here quietly and don't meet or contact anyone until he sends someone with a token to find them.
Early the next morning, Jia Le came to see Xihua to have breakfast together. When she said that Hao Yuan had left here, she noticed a hint of uneasiness in his eyes.
"Don't worry, Sister Xihua, Uncle Hao values you very much." Jia Le comforted, "Look, he specially left me here to serve you."
"Stop making fun of me." Xihua was upset in his heart. The sense of relief of escaping from the villa yesterday was gone, and a feeling of regret that he was unworthy of Zhao Yingong's kindness was secretly growing.
This annoyance is mixed with anxiety about the future.
In Phoenix Villa, although I didn't think much about my future, I at least knew that my life would be spent peacefully day after day. Although boring, it is also very comfortable. Now that she suddenly stepped out of this rigid frame, she felt at a loss.
After all, I am a woman. I am not as free as a man, and I can do something in public. So what will happen to your future?
Hao Yuan said that he wanted her to stay by his side. So what is her status?
Last night, she was so troubled by these worries that she almost stayed up all night. When she closed her eyes, she saw the faces of Zhao Yingong and Hao Yuan.
