Chapter 1681 Master Hong

The place where Mr. Hong lives is indeed quite secluded, and it is a building in the style of a previous dynasty, which looks very historical.

Under the illumination of red lanterns, there are three courtyards with green bricks and blue tiles, rockery and waterside pavilions, and pavilions and corridors scattered around.

Walking through it, one feels like traveling through history and returning to the home of a wealthy man of that era.

Xia Zai had been waiting at the gate of the yard. When he saw Wu Guangming, Wu Siya, Pi Yangyang and Tie Niu coming, he hurried over to greet them.

"My godfather is waiting in the living room. Please follow me, Mr. Wu."

Wu Guangming nodded, asked Tie Niu to carry a few gift boxes, and followed Xia Zi into the yard.

When I arrived at the door of the main hall, I saw an old man with white hair sitting on a mahogany armchair, sipping tea leisurely.

Xia Zai motioned for them to wait at the door. He took a few steps into the door, bowed respectfully and said, "Godfather, Mr. Wu, Mr. Pi is here."

The old man looked up and said calmly, "Please come in."

Xia Zai then turned around and called to Wu Guangming and Pi Yangyang, "Mr. Wu, please come in."

The four of them entered, Wu Guangming bowed with both hands, bowed slightly, and called out respectfully: "Uncle Hong, sorry to bother you."

The old man is Hong Ren, the second-generation leader of the famous Hongxing Society in Hong Kong.

Hong Ren nodded slightly and said calmly: "Well, please sit down."

Shrimp Boy pointed to a few chairs and motioned for them to sit down.

Wu Guangming did not rush to sit down, but pointed at the gift box in Tie Niu's hand and said, "I haven't come to visit Uncle Hong for a long time. I am sorry for neglecting you. This is a small gift, please accept it, Uncle Hong."

Hong Ren frowned slightly, "Ah Ming, I'm very happy that you can come to see me. These gifts are unnecessary. You should take them back later."

Wu Guangming smiled and said, "It's not something particularly valuable. It's just a piece of old mountain ginseng and some supplements I've collected over the years. I've already brought them here, so why would I take them back?"

Hearing this, Hong Ren nodded, "Well, Ah Ming is thoughtful, so I won't be polite."

Then he waved his hand.

A servant came out, took the gift box from Tie Niu's hand, and turned to go to the study.

Wu Guangming, Pi Yangyang and others then sat down.

When he entered the room, Pi Yangyang took a close look at Hong Ren. Although he was ninety years old and had snow-white hair and beard, his face was ruddy, his skin was shiny, and he looked energetic.

He couldn't help but nod secretly. It was rare for someone to maintain such a good appearance at such an old age.

"Uncle Hong, I am making the bold move to visit you this time because I have a favor to ask of you."

After they sat down, the servant poured them tea. Wu Guangming took a sip and then spoke slowly.

Hong Ren hummed, glanced at Pi Yangyang, and said, "You are here for this young man, right?"

Wu Guangming nodded and said, "Yes, he is Mr. Pi Yangyang, from Beijing. A few days ago, I suddenly fell ill and could not be cured for a long time, so I went to Beijing to seek medical treatment. It was Mr. Pi's skillful hands that helped me get rid of the pain. This time he came to Gangcheng to do business and encountered some difficulties. Naturally, I wanted to help him with all my strength, but I didn't want to conflict with the Chai family..."

"I heard from Xia Zi about your situation." Hong Ren said slowly, "Xia Zi said that you are not sick, but someone cast a spell on you. Is this true?"

Wu Guangming said without hesitation: "It's true. I didn't believe in this before, but this time I experienced it myself. I didn't expect that there really is such witchcraft."

Hong Ren raised his eyelids, looked at Pi Yangyang, and said, "So, it was this young man who broke the magic on you?"

"Yes, although Mr. Pi is young, he does have some skills."

Wu Guangming said affirmatively.

"Then...what's going on with the Chai family? Young man, tell me about it."

Hong Ren suddenly said to Pi Yangyang.

Pi Yangyang said calmly: "I had no connection with the Chai family, but Chai Quan, the son of the Chai family, went to the capital in the name of recruiting actors, intending to do something bad to one of my friends. Fortunately, I arrived in time to prevent my friend from being killed by him. In anger, I taught Chai Quan a lesson. But he was domineering and kept threatening me.

"My brother was so angry that he carved four words on his face."

Hong Ren raised his eyebrows again and said in a serious tone: "You are very honest."

Pi Yangyang smiled slightly, "It's done, there's nothing to deny."

"Aming, did you hear it clearly just now?" Hong Ren asked Wu Guangming again.

Wu Guangming nodded and said, "I heard it clearly."

"Now that you've heard it clearly, you should know that once the meeting really begins, this matter will be disadvantageous to him."

Hong Ren said slowly.

Wu Guangming thought for a moment and said, "Uncle Hong, don't you want to know who cast the spell on me?"

Hong Ren's eyes flickered and he looked at Wu Guangming, "Tell me what you think?"

"I've always been kind to people in Hong Kong and have never offended anyone. Even when I'm in the real estate business and encounter someone who deliberately makes things difficult for me, I try to resolve it peacefully. I'd rather spend more money than get into a bad conflict with the other party."

When Wu Guangming finished speaking, Hong Ren nodded and said, "That's true. Over the years, your Wu family has never had any bad rumors, and your Wu family is the only one that has not applied for a party. So, you already know who cast the spell on you?"

"Except the Chai family, there will be no one else." Wu Guangming said firmly.

Hong Ren was silent, with a hint of doubt in his eyes.

After a full minute he said, "Do you have evidence?"

Wu Guangming shook his head, "Not yet. But I can be sure that it must be the Chai family."

"Tell me your reasons." Hong Ren said.

Wu Guangming said: "Just before the New Year, the Chai family proposed to my Wu family, wanting my granddaughter Wu Siya to marry Chai Quan. I did not agree, because I knew that Chai Quan was a person of bad character and was definitely not a good match for my granddaughter.

"Moreover, the Chai family's intention to form an alliance with our Wu family is very obvious. My two grandsons are not very promising, and Siya is the only hope of our Wu family. After I die, she will be the heir to the Wu family's assets.

"So, the Wu family wants to take over our Wu family's assets through marriage."

Hong Ren listened while drinking tea, with no change in expression on his face, and no one knew what he was thinking.

After Wu Guangming finished speaking, he breathed a sigh of relief and said slowly: "A Ming, what you said is just speculation. You should know that if a court meeting is held, evidence is required for everything. If you can't produce evidence and just make groundless accusations, it will be disadvantageous to you at that time."

Wu Guangming was speechless.

Of course he understood these rules.

But where can he find evidence now?

"This young man saved you, so I understand that you want to protect him." After a moment, Hong Ren continued, "However, rules are rules. We can't break the rules of our ancestors just because he has done you a favor, right?"

His tone was noticeably heavier when he spoke these words.

"Uncle Hong, I understand the rules. But what the Chai family did is really disgusting! If we favor the Chai family at the meeting, it will be detrimental to the unity of Hong Kong City in the future, right?"

Wu Guangming was obviously a little unconvinced, and said after thinking for a while.

Hong Ren's face suddenly darkened. He held the handrail tightly with one hand, stared at Wu Guangming with a stern look, and said in a deep voice: "Are you blaming me, or are you questioning the fairness of the meeting?"

Wu Guangming was startled and quickly stood up, saying nervously, "Uncle Hong, calm down. I just said something wrong..."

"Xia Zi, go get their gifts. I won't accept any gifts without any merit."

Hong Ren was obviously angry and shouted to Xia Zai who was standing nearby.

Xia Zai looked at Wu Guangming awkwardly, sighed, and hurried to the study to get something.

Wu Guangming was a little anxious, and said quickly: "Uncle Hong, don't return the gift. I came to see you sincerely..."

Without waiting for him to finish, Hong Ren picked up the teacup and said flatly: "Ah Ming, I asked Xia Zi to help you today for your father's sake. But rules are rules. If you don't have evidence, you can't blame me."

Wu Guangming's expression suddenly turned very ugly.

Hong Ren has already picked up the teacup, which means he is seeing the guest off.

It would be difficult for him to stay any longer. If he really angered Hong Ren, there would be no one left in the meeting to help Pi Yangyang exonerate himself.

"Take care, Uncle Hong. Ah Ming is leaving now."

He bowed helplessly and said something, then turned around and was about to leave.

Pi Yangyang stood up at this time and said calmly: "What if I find evidence of the Chai family's evil deeds?"

Hong Ren was startled, looked at him fiercely, and said solemnly: "If there is evidence, then of course there is evidence."

Pi Yangyang smiled and said in a neither humble nor arrogant manner: "Well, sorry to bother you, Master Hong!"

Then, he followed Wu Guangming to the door.

But just as he was about to step out of the door, he suddenly turned around and said, "Master Hong, more than 20 years ago, that person helped you suppress the old injury on your body, but now it is almost time. Once the old injury breaks out..."

As he said this, he shook his head slightly, then turned around and walked out.

Hong Ren was startled, a look of horror flashed in his eyes, and he immediately stood up and shouted, "Wait a minute!"