Chapter 256 Dignity Shattered

Originally intended to bring down Zhou Yujie, the article caused a huge uproar in Hong Kong as soon as it was published.

Readers eagerly shared it, it went viral on social media, and it spread by word of mouth among citizens.

The name "Zhou Ji Vegetables" spread throughout Hong Kong overnight.

Now, when people in the port city buy groceries, they only trust Zhouji.

The supermarket shelves are labeled with "Zhouji Direct Supply," and even though the price is a bit higher, people are still scrambling to buy it.

The opponents were so angry that they smashed their teacups and almost ground their teeth to powder.

With fame comes trouble.

Gangs are as numerous as hairs on a cow in Hong Kong.

Anyone who wants to do business peacefully without currying favor with powerful figures will inevitably run into trouble sooner or later.

When Hu Debing saw that the test was useless and his conspiracy had been exposed, his face turned ashen.

Unwilling to admit defeat, he immediately set off to find the most powerful organization, the Qilin Society.

They wanted to use the gang to force Zhou Yujie out of the market.

He offered a large sum of money and humbly begged to meet with the head of the Qilin Gang, claiming that Zhou Yujie's origins were unknown, his methods were strange, and he was disrupting market order, requesting the gang to "mediate."

Little did he know that Zhou Yujie had already taken Zhou Shufen's advice and had been secretly taking action since he first arrived in Hong Kong.

Zhou Shufen once said, "I'd rather spend more money to pave the way. I'd rather give gifts like water than have someone stab me in the back."

So Zhou Yujie personally visited each of the major gangs in Hong Kong.

Regardless of size, a generous gift will be given.

Instead of cash, there were boxes of fresh vegetables, organic fruits, and Zhouji's exclusive pickled vegetables and dried goods.

Each family received a handwritten greeting card, filled with humble words and sincere attitude.

The Qilin Society not only didn't make things difficult for him, but also treated him differently.

The chairman personally received him, patted him on the shoulder and said, "Mr. Zhou is a man of principle and understands human relationships. He is a businessman that we Hong Kong people should respect."

From then on, the Qilin Society not only didn't lay a finger on him, but also treated him like a treasure.

Anyone who dares to disturb the earth on Zhouji's truck is disrespecting Qilin.

While Hu Debing was still anxiously waiting to be received outside the gang's hall, he had no idea that he had become the laughingstock of all.

Why?

Because of Zhou Yujie's vegetables, the price was directly reduced by 30% when sold at Qilin Club!

This means that Qilin obtained high-quality vegetables at a cost far below the market price.

They then resell these products to other restaurants, supermarkets, and even directly supply hotel banquets, resulting in a huge price difference.

They resell them, and their profits multiply.

The vegetables that were originally bought for 1.5 yuan suddenly became 3 or 4 yuan.

Especially in upscale restaurants, these fresh vegetables, marketed as organically grown, have become highly sought-after items on the dining table.

Zhou Yujie is practically a cash cow for the Qilin Society.

Not only is his supply stable, but the quality remains consistent.

Moreover, they never delay payments or raise prices, making cooperation worry-free and effortless.

More importantly, he is always willing to pay any price and almost never makes any demands.

Such businessmen are a rare resource.

The chairman isn't stupid. Why would he abandon a golden rice bowl to gossip about his own gold rooster?

Yang Liangwen, the president of the Qilin Society, has been involved in both the legitimate and criminal worlds for decades. What kind of people hasn't he seen?

What kind of business haven't I done?

But a reliable and highly profitable partner like Zhou Yujie is truly a first for me.

Anyone who dares to touch him is essentially ruining the organization's financial resources.

To protect this money tree, the Qilin will take direct action.

No complicated methods are needed; just a phone call, a few signatures, and a few notices.

Hu Debing's vegetable shop, along with several other business owners who conspired with him, all closed down overnight.

The roller shutter door was welded shut, and the shelves were emptied.

Those once bustling shops are now deserted, with only a few seals affixed to the doors.

The shops they rented were all on Qilin Society territory.

In the event of a breach of contract, the other party has the right to immediately reclaim the property without bearing any liability for compensation.

Now, with the locks changed, the contract is void, and the compensation is suffocating them.

Not only did they confiscate their deposits, but Qilin also sought huge compensation from them on the grounds of malicious breach of contract.

Hu Debing was filled with deep regret.

All the money I earned over the years has been lost, even my house.

The court seized the properties under his name, and all proceeds from the auction were used to pay off his debts.

My wife took the child and left without looking back, not even saying goodbye.

If I had known it would turn out this way, why did I provoke Zhou Yujie in the first place?

Unexpectedly, Zhou Yujie had Qilin backing him up.

Time cannot be reversed, and once a mistake is made, one must spend the rest of their life bearing the consequences.

Hu Debing is now penniless and has lost all his credit.

If only I had known Zhou Yujie was so ruthless.

He would rather kneel and beg for mercy than provoke him.

Zhou Yujie himself is low-key and humble, but he never makes a move, yet he can make his opponents disappear completely.

That's the scariest part.

When people are poor, they are more likely to go crazy.

When a person loses everything, reason becomes the most luxurious thing.

Hope is gone, dignity is shattered.

All that remained was a lingering resentment and unwillingness to accept defeat.

Early that morning, Hu Debing sneaked to the dock.

Before dawn, the sea breeze, carrying a salty smell, blew across the empty seawall.

He was wearing an old jacket with his hat pulled down low.

No one noticed that the man with cloudy eyes was quietly approaching the busiest unloading area in the port city.

He was carrying a knife.

He used it to skin wild rabbits and chop firewood.

Now, however, they intend to use it to end another person's life.

Since Zhou Yujie was able to get involved with the Qilin Society, causing him to lose everything.

Then don't blame him for being rough.

In his view, the root of all this tragedy was Zhou Yujie.

If it weren't for his monopoly on the supply of goods, and if it weren't for his collusion with the Qilin Society, how could I have ended up in such a state?

He waited for three whole days, but didn't even catch a glimpse of Zhou Yujie.

They crouch behind containers during the day and huddle in abandoned ship cabins at night.

Exposed to wind and sun, his eyes were bloodshot, and he was on the verge of a mental breakdown.

But among the workers, trucks, and administrators who come and go every day, there is no familiar figure.

It turns out that Zhou Yujie hasn't returned to Hong Kong at all recently.

He had already handed over the day-to-day operations to his capable subordinates, while he focused on higher-level development planning.

For him, the dock was just one link in the chain, not the whole battlefield.

He was in Ningcheng, working with Zhou Shufen on greenhouses.

Located in a large agricultural demonstration park on the outskirts of the city, far from the hustle and bustle of the city center.

Dozens of modern greenhouses are neatly arranged, with sunlight shining on the transparent plastic sheeting.

Shuli took over the entire vegetable transportation business.

In the company in the port city, several long-term employees are very stable.

Even when he's not around, things are still handled flawlessly.

Shuli is a meticulous person who has served in the military and is efficient and organized in her work.

Since being promoted to supervisor by Zhou Yujie, he has been monitoring progress, checking accounts, and coordinating logistics every day.

Besides, he's the boss now, so he doesn't have to be on the front lines every day.

He has completed the transition from executor to manager.

The days of personally moving goods and inspecting vegetables are gone forever.

Instead, strategic discussions took place in conference rooms, and data analysis was conducted on financial statements.

"Little sister, who designed this greenhouse for you?"

Zhou Yujie stepped on the freshly turned soil, staring at the endless green roof, and almost couldn't speak.