Chapter 89

After leaving Zhao Hongfang's private room, Yu Chengming had already arranged for the server to move Qin Lang and Zhao Kan to another private room, and to replace the dishes with a new set that hadn't been touched. Yu Chengming was indeed good at his job; no wonder his restaurant and hotel businesses were so successful and popular.

"Brother Qin, this Ma Hongliang just needs a beating. If it were up to me, I'd find someone to take care of him—"

"Ah Qiang, do you have nothing better to do?" Qin Lang shot a glare at Han Sanqiang. "Ma Hongliang is just a small fry, not worth the trouble. Just tell me about what you were supposed to investigate yesterday."

"Oh, I was just about to tell you—this Brother Zhao..."

"Zhao Kan is a trustworthy brother, Ah Qiang, you can speak frankly."

Trust but verify. Since Qin Lang had decided to let Zhao Kan join, he didn't plan to keep anything from him.

"Alright. I and Man Niu have already found someone to investigate. The reason An Yang is so capable is that he has a powerful backing. He is likely a member of the Green Ring Gang. Moreover, the reason An Yang is being so high-profile this time is said to be to avenge his father, An Desheng, and reclaim his father's business—Brother Qin, you need to be careful!"

"Then we'll see who is more capable, the son or the father," Qin Lang said with a smile.

"Brother Qiang, the Green Ring Gang you mentioned just now, is it the gang that dominates several districts and counties in Xiayang City?" Zhao Kan asked at this point.

"You know about it?" Qin Lang looked at Zhao Kan with confusion. "Is this Green Ring Gang so well-known?"

"Not just a little!" Zhao Kan explained. "In the urban area of Xiayang City, not many people have heard of the Green Ring Gang, but in the surrounding districts and counties, especially in Nanping County, it's almost their territory! Right, Brother Qiang?"

"Hmm." Han Sanqiang nodded solemnly.

"That's strange. If the Green Ring Gang is so powerful, why do they stay in the districts and counties instead of controlling the urban area of Xiayang City?"

"Brother Qin, this is because the Green Ring Gang's roots are in Nanping County, and they developed from there. Although the urban area of Xiayang City is more lucrative, it's also more difficult for the police to crack down on them. So, the Green Ring Gang has been building up their strength over the years. Now that they have grown strong, they are extending their reach into the urban area. It seems that the old An Desheng had some dealings with the Green Ring Gang!"

"Ha... So the Green Ring Gang knows the strategy of surrounding the cities from the countryside?" Qin Lang laughed. "So, once An Yang stabilizes his position and fully controls the northern and western parts of the city, he will come after us?"

"Definitely!" Han Sanqiang nodded. "So, Man Niu and I think—strike first! Even if the Green Ring Gang is powerful, Xiayang City is not their territory, and they don't have the right to speak!"

"Strike first?" Qin Lang shook his head. "If you act now, you and Man Niu will end up in jail."

"What do you mean, Brother Qin?"

"The last time Xiayang City cracked down on organized crime, An Desheng and Sang Kun fell. The local government celebrated this as a political achievement. If you and Man Niu start a gang war now, where will they put their faces?" Qin Lang pointed out the key issue.

Of course, this was thanks to Wu Wenxiang's guidance, which allowed Qin Lang to analyze the current situation more clearly.

Han Sanqiang felt a chill down his spine. He had been focused on dealing with An Yang and becoming the top gangster in Xiayang City, but he hadn't considered the possibility of becoming a target for the police.

Don't think that Han Sanqiang and Man Niu are so arrogant that they would dare to confront the police of Xiayang City.

"Brother Qin, you really think ahead!" Han Sanqiang flattered Qin Lang. "What do you plan to do, Brother Qin?"

"Legalization must be carried out as soon as possible, while keeping an eye on An Yang's movements," Qin Lang said. "In short, a two-pronged approach."

"Legalization? Haven't we already legalized?" Han Sanqiang asked, puzzled. "Didn't we register a shell company?"

"Do you really think the police are so easy to fool?" Qin Lang snorted. "True legalization means managing all assets and personnel through a company and ensuring that all business is conducted legally. Zhao Kan, explain this to Brother Qiang."

"Sure. Brother Qiang, it's like this... For example, collecting protection fees from bars and nightclubs is illegal. But if we sign security contracts with them under the name of a security company, we can legally and reasonably charge fees." Zhao Kan gave a simple example.

"Hey, that's a good idea," Han Sanqiang nodded. "But, won't we have to pay taxes if we sign contracts?"

"Of course, we have to pay taxes," Qin Lang smiled. "But you can think of paying taxes as paying protection fees to the police. This way, your business will be legal, and you can earn money without worrying about being caught by the police."

"That's true!" Han Sanqiang nodded. "But, isn't complete company management very complicated? And it will cost more money."

"This is a necessary process," Qin Lang said seriously. "Brother Qiang, don't you want your brothers to work more safely and without fear? And to have a legal identity and job, even with various insurances, so you don't have to worry about the future? Isn't that a good thing?"

"That... it really is a good thing! But, it feels too complicated, I'm afraid I can't handle it!" Han Sanqiang patted his head.

"Don't worry, I'll have Zhao Kan help with these details. He will be responsible for internal management. You and Man Niu will mainly handle the company's business dealings." Qin Lang outlined the division of labor. "Of course, there's not much internal management to do right now. Zhao Kan, you can have your father help, or find some smart and trustworthy people to assist. The company name is already decided: 'Yuanping Security Company.' In a few days, all the necessary procedures will be completed. Once the company opens, all business must be conducted legally. From now on, we can't let the police think we are criminals! And you, Brother Qiang, will be an entrepreneur!"

"Heh... an entrepreneur, I never thought I, Han Sanqiang, would become an entrepreneur!" Han Sanqiang laughed.

"In short, the top priority now is to set up the company as soon as possible according to the plan. You don't need to worry about the procedures. Zhao Kan, Brother Qiang, you two should discuss and get the company up and running as soon as possible. When the company opens, all the brothers will be law-abiding citizens, and when we deal with An Yang and his gang, we will have more courage and confidence!" Qin Lang explained his thoughts.

"Alright, let's get to it!" Zhao Kan agreed, feeling a surge of enthusiasm at the prospect of starting a business with Qin Lang.

"Brother Qin, I'll definitely get it done as soon as possible. But I'm a bit curious, why is our company called 'Yuanping Security Company'? It doesn't sound very impressive. Why not call it 'Golden Armor,' 'Divine Shield,' or 'Dominant Wind,' which are more powerful and intimidating names?" Han Sanqiang couldn't help but ask. He had been thinking about these names for a long time and felt the need to express his thoughts.

"Ha ha, you've been thinking about these names for a long time, haven't you? But the name can't be changed, it's this one." Qin Lang insisted on this name because the old drug lord's name was "Pang Yuanping."