Hung Hing was indeed victorious, but it also paid a heavy price.

Take Shen Dong for example. He sent Fei Ji with three hundred of his men to go boating, but more than forty of them were injured. Fei Ji himself was also injured by the Wo Luen Shing gang and ended up in the hospital.

This shows just how intense the battle was at the time.

The leaders of all thirteen regions looked toward Jiang Tiansheng.

Jiang Tiansheng smiled and said, "Don't worry, the company will definitely not forget the men who have worked so hard for it. All their resettlement allowances, medical expenses, and nutritional supplements will be covered by the company. After you go back, compile a list and give it to A-Yao; he'll handle the rest."

Ah B said, "Mr. Jiang is fair in his dealings."

Jiang Tiansheng said, "Ah B, your little brother Chen Haonan is not bad. Last night, he led more than two hundred people to take over five big venues in Tsim Sha Tsui. Just from the business and protection fees of these five venues, he makes millions of dollars in profit every month. That's very good."

Ah B said proudly, "Anan is indeed very capable."

Liang Kun scoffed and said, "My subordinate Tyrannosaurus is also very capable. Last night, he killed more than a dozen of Wo Luen Shing's underlings in one go. But I'm not like some people who are always taking credit, as if they're afraid Mr. Chiang won't know."

Ah B slammed his hand on the table and roared, "Ah Kun, what do you mean?"

Liang Kun pursed his lips and said, "The literal meaning. If you don't understand, go back and look it up in the dictionary."

Seeing that the two were about to start arguing again, Jiang Tiansheng said, "Anan, Dafei, and Baolong are all very good. Uncle Xing has already talked to me; he plans to retire next month."

Upon hearing this, everyone turned to look at Uncle Xing.

Uncle Hing laughed and said, "I'm too old to fight anymore. It's the young people's world now, so I won't take Kowloon's place."

Shen Dong said, "Uncle Xing, please don't say that. You've been working diligently for Hongxing for decades, and you're definitely a role model for us to learn from."

Jiang Tiansheng nodded and said, "Ah Dong is right. Uncle Xing, if you encounter any difficult problems in the future, just come to the company to find me."

Others echoed his sentiments.

Everyone wants to be respected, and saying a few kind words won't cost anyone anything; everyone wants to gain a reputation for respecting their elders.

But you still have to withdraw if you're supposed to; otherwise, how will others take your place?

After Uncle Xing exchanged a few polite words, Jiang Tiansheng asked, "Uncle Xing recommended his younger brother Dashan. Does anyone else have a recommendation?"

One sentence was all it took to make Dashan one of the candidates.

Uncle Xing seemed to have anticipated this, and sighed inwardly.

Big B said, "I recommend Anan."

"I recommend Tyrannosaurus Rex," said Liang Kun immediately.

The Crown Prince said, "Dafei from the North Corner is definitely qualified, needless to say."

Shen Dong laughed and said, "Ahua has been working for me all along. He deserves at least half the credit for my success today. I recommend him to be the top leader of Kowloon."

Other leaders also recommended their underlings.

These underlings are clearly unqualified, both in terms of ability and other aspects.

However, the local leaders must make recommendations; otherwise, they won't be able to explain it to their underlings.

For Chiang Tin-sang, his greatest wish was for Chan Ho-nam to take the position of Kowloon Hall Master.

Because he and his boss, Big B, are both loyal enough to Jiang Tiansheng and quite capable, they will definitely be his staunch supporters in the future.

What I least want is for Tyrannosaurus Rex and Ahua to take over.

The former was one of Leung Kwan's men, who had always coveted Chiang Tin-sang's position.

Making Tyrannosaurus Rex the leader of Kowloon would pose a huge threat to Chiang Tin-sang.

The latter was Shen Dong's right-hand man.

Although Shen Dong did not show enough ambition, his ability and strength were too great.

In just over two months, he has already owned nearly ten streets and collected more than ten million in protection fees alone.

In addition to his clothing and taxi businesses, Shen Dong's monthly income can reach 20 million.

This is absolutely terrifying.

Even for Jiang Tiansheng, this is only how much he earns in a month.

Compared to Han Bin and Liang Kun, Shen Dong is clearly a greater threat.

Thinking of this, Jiang Tiansheng coughed and said, "The rules of the underworld cannot be broken. To become a leader, one must be a red stick in the gang."

"Uncle Xing is retiring and recommended Dashan. Regardless of whether he can become the leader, he must be a Red Pole (a high-ranking official in the government).

"I believe everyone will agree, right?"

Shen Dong laughed and said, "I agree. Uncle Xing is a senior, and we must give him face. Besides, I've heard of Da Shan before. He once took down more than a dozen Dongxing thugs with his bare hands. He was slashed eight times, but he fought to the death. He's a real man, and he's perfectly capable of being a Red Pole."

Regardless of the reason, Uncle Xing had always supported Shen Dong's rise to power.

Shen Dong was simply returning the favor by supporting Uncle Xing.

"Thank you, Ah Dong," Uncle Xing said gratefully.

Shen Dong smiled and said, "Uncle Xing, I'm recommending talent for the company, not just because of you."

Uncle Xing nodded and said, "I understand."

Everyone else agreed that Dashan should become a "red stick" (a political figure in China).

Jiang Tiansheng said, "We currently have three Red Sticks in Hung Hing: Da Shan, Da Fei, and Chen Haonan. We'll hold a meeting next week to choose one of them to be the leader of Kowloon. Does anyone have any objections?"

Liang Kun rolled his eyes and said, "If that's the case, then why do we need to make recommendations?"

Jiang Tiansheng frowned and said, "Ah Kun, do you have a problem with this?"

Liang Kun said, "How could I dare?"

Jiang Tiansheng gave him a deep look and said, "If there's nothing else, let's adjourn the meeting."

After leaving the conference room, Liang Kun pulled Chen Dong to a secluded corner and said, "Dong, did you see that? Mr. Jiang is determined to get the position of Kowloon's top dog."

Shen Dong laughed and said, "Brother Kun, you're talking about Chan Ho-nam, right?"

Liang Kun nodded and said, "That's right. Damn it, if you ask me, Ah Wah should be the boss of Kowloon."

Shen Dong knew this guy was trying to sow discord between him and Jiang Tiansheng, and said, "Brother Kun, you didn't bring me here just to say these things, did you?"

Liang Kun said earnestly, "Mr. Jiang is unfair in his dealings. I want to replace him as the leader of Hung Hing. Several leaders already support me. Ah Dong, you have more men and more money, are you willing to support me?"

Shen Dong smiled slightly and said, "Brother Kun, what benefits would I get from supporting you?"

Liang Kun said, "If I become the leader, I can make Ah Hua the boss."

Shen Dong laughed and said, "Brother Kun, are you just making empty promises to me?"

"I am the boss of Tsz Wan Shan," said Leung Kwan. "Once I become the leader, I will definitely be stationed in Central. At that time, I will hand over Tsz Wan Shan to Ah Wah to manage."