Chapter 145 Persuasion

Inside the hospital room, aside from Zhang Zhengfang, the other members of the Elder Council clearly indicated their support for Xu Hu, and to varying degrees, expressed their concern for Gu Tongshan's wife and children.

On the hospital bed, an old man in his fifties, with a very loud voice, urged Xu Hu: "You have to understand where your advantage lies now. Wei Xiangzuo colluded with the Yu family to kill Old Gu, which in itself is a violation of jianghu rules. Our dockworker association will definitely not tolerate him. And you have Old Gu's wife and children in your hands, which is a legitimate guarantee! It’s fucking holding the emperor to command the dukes! As long as they are willing to come forward and help you appease the people in Zha Nan, then you can secure your position as the leader!"

"Yes, yes," Xu Hu responded softly.

The old man continued, "To be honest, you're not too bright! If you can be ruthless and do things thoroughly! Then the best way is to become a family with Old Gu's family. How will outsiders evaluate you then?! They will all say that Old Gu is dead, but Xu Hu doesn't forget his kindness and is a loyal person! Much better than that fucking Wei Xiangzuo. This creates a contrast, and everyone will be convinced."

"The relationship between master and disciple is already very close, how else can they become a family?" Someone next to Zhang Zhengfang interjected.

The old man was straightforward: "If you ask me, you might as well marry your shimu! Two families become one family, she will definitely be willing to help you!"

"Yes, yes...!" After Xu Hu responded twice, he suddenly felt something was wrong and looked at the other party in confusion: "What did you say?!"

"Haha, she's a bit older, but still charming...!" The old man continued to persuade like a madman.

Zhang Zhengfang was furious: "Stop talking nonsense! Do you have anything serious to say?"

"Old Lu, although Old Gu didn't get along with you when he was alive, Huzi is one of us!" Another old man also persuaded: "...Don't say too much!"

"Haha, I was just saying it casually, and you took it seriously!" The old man looked at Xu Hu and said softly: "It's also okay if you recognize her as your godmother. Shimu and godmother sound similar, but they have two different meanings! One is based on Gu Tongshan's side, and the other is based on her side. Which side is closer, do you understand?"

Xu Hu looked at the old man, feeling annoyed, but still nodded with a smile: "Yes, I understand."

"Haha! Damn, my body just can't keep up now, otherwise, I would have to take care of Gu Tongshan's wife and children!" The old man obviously hated Gu Tongshan's family to the bone, and it was unclear what kind of conflict they had.

...

Xu Hu left the hospital after sitting for more than an hour. He summarized the main points from Zhang Zhengfang, Old Lu, and others.

First, seize the power of Zha Nan as soon as possible, and Gu Tongshan's family can be used in this matter.

Second, these old men can't resist money. Old Gu is dead, and they are also coveting the hidden assets of the Gu family.

The baseness of human nature was fully reflected at this moment, and Xu Hu was filled with emotion as he sat in the car.

"Di Ling Ling!"

Just as Xu Hu was about to call Gu Tongshan's wife, his phone rang first.

Xu Hu took it out and saw that it was coincidentally a call from Gu Tongshan's son, Gu Bosun.

"Hello, Xiao Shun!"

"Brother Hu, are you free? Can we talk?" Gu Bosun asked politely.

"Sure, I was just about to look for you!" Xu Hu glanced at his watch: "Let's talk at your home!"

"Okay!"

After the two communicated, they ended the call.

...

Half an hour later.

Inside the main hall of the Gu family, Xu Hu respectfully lit incense for Gu Tongshan's memorial tablet before sitting on the sofa.

Gu Tongshan's wife did not show her face; only Gu Bosun, dressed in a civilized manner with a timid look in his eyes, accompanied Xu Hu for the conversation.

"Brother Hu, these past two days, there's actually something I've been wanting to tell you!" Gu Bosun sat in a rather restrained posture, with his feet turned inward and his hands placed uneasily on his lap, slightly lowering his head as he said: "...My mom and I discussed it, and we both feel that there are too many things happening within the dockworker association right now... So, we want to leave Dragon City!"

Xu Hu was stunned when he heard this.

"Brother Hu, you also know that my dad's death had a big impact on my mom. She hasn't been feeling well lately and has been running a fever for several days." Gu Bosun said with a hint of pleading in his voice: "...So, I also want her to live in a different environment."

Xu Hu's expression returned to calm as he picked up his teacup and replied, "Xiao Shun, it's not a good time to leave right now."

Gu Bosun looked at Xu Hu, paused for a moment, and then said with a slightly panicked expression: "Forget it, Brother Hu, I'll be frank with you! When... when my dad was alive, he saved... saved a lot of money. Now that he's gone, I don't know how many people are eyeing our mother and daughter's property! If we don't leave now, it will be difficult to leave later, do you understand what I mean?"

Xu Hu looked at him and picked up his teacup: "Don't worry, with me here, no one will dare to touch you!"

"Brother Hu, I definitely believe you!" Gu Bosun immediately nodded in response: "But I'm just afraid that some people will be jealous and will do anything to harm us! Seriously, I can't sleep a wink at night. I'm really scared... I'm afraid these things will eventually cost our mother and daughter our lives."

"You can't leave now either," Xu Hu said softly: "Wei Xiangzuo killed my master. If you leave Dragon City... do you think he will let you go?"

Gu Bosun was stunned.

"The hatred of killing one's father, he won't leave any hidden dangers for himself." Xu Hu softly persuaded: "Leaving Dragon City now is actually more dangerous."

"Then... then what should I do?" Gu Bosun was completely panicked and asked with a frightened look.

"Stay here, and let's first secure the power of Zha Nan and prevent Wei Xiangzuo from returning." Xu Hu looked at Gu Bosun with a very serious expression: "To me, without my master, there would be no Xu Hu today! Although we had different opinions when he was alive, this friendship is still there after all! I guarantee you, as long as I, Xu Hu, am alive, no one will be able to bypass me and touch you!"

Gu Bosun deliberated for a long time and nodded heavily: "Okay, Brother Hu, I'll listen to you."

"Master's memorial tablet is here! I swear to you that no one can touch you and your mother, or the money you deserve!"

"Okay, Brother Hu!" Gu Bosun looked at him and nodded with a smile.

The two talked for a long time before Xu Hu left, and Gu Bosun's mother then walked down and said, "He's not a good person either; he wants to use us."

"Mom, you should rest upstairs; I'll take care of things here!" Gu Bosun immediately went to greet her.

...

A little after three in the morning, Huadu, Old Soldier Bar.

Su Tianyu, with a flushed face, looked at Yao Doudou, who had just burped after drinking, "Is my friend okay?"

"Your friend is a good seed! How about this, I don't want the fee for this time; just give him to me!" Yao Doudou said with a smile.

"Hehe, sure, if he's willing to go with you, I have no objections," Su Tianyu replied.

Yao Doudou cursed upon hearing this, "Damn, that kid is stubborn and only wants to follow you! Otherwise, would I need to discuss it with you?"

Zheng Han interjected upon hearing this, "What kind of seed is he? Enough to make you want him!"

"He speaks little, is meticulous, and has a very simple mind!" Yao Doudou said, taking a sip of wine as he evaluated, "Fucking, a natural-born killer!"