1994: I Became a Literary Master in America

Chapter 96 Chinese Version of a Mafia Family

Chapter 98 A Chinese Version of a Mafia Family (Please subscribe, add to your favorites, and vote with monthly tickets)

Kenny is a good man!

That's how James Huang assessed it; otherwise, he wouldn't have stepped in to pressure Shit Brother into negotiations.

While it may seem like they're not taking sides, James Huang's intervention actually reduced Kenny Zhang's pressure by at least half.

In the early days of the Ghost Shadow Gang, Kenny Zhang followed Mr. Yin.

However, he never participated in fighting; instead, he was the gang's accountant, responsible for handling the gang's financial matters.

In the 1980s, Mr. Yin was arrested, and Kenny Zhang took over the Ghost Shadow Gang.

This involves considerations from multiple parties, including Mr. Yin's, On Leung Tong's, and the thoughts of other members of the gang.

Kenny Zhang was mild-mannered and composed.

At the time, with the entire gang being heavily suppressed by the New York government, there was a need for a moderate person to maintain order.

In the original owner's memory, Kenny Zhang had been forceful once.

He even threatened the New York government, saying that if they continued to target the Shadows, the Shadows might disappear, but New York would be thrown into chaos.

At the time, New York City Mayor Ed Koch was a relatively mild-mannered white man towards Chinese Americans.

He loves Chinese food and has a Chinese name: Guo Dehua.

He is also a legendary figure who served three terms as mayor of New York City.

His targeting of the Ghost Gang was to prevent further escalation of conflicts between the Ghost Gang and Italian, Black, and Irish gangs. At the time, Mr. Yin was arrested, and other gangs also faced suppression, which helped stabilize the situation in Chinatown.

It's all because the mayor loves Chinese food.

The best Chinese restaurants in New York are mostly located in Manhattan's Chinatown.

Kenny's tough stance caused Guo Dehua to stop targeting the Ghost Shadow Gang.

Kenny also took the opportunity to shrink back, giving up some streets that were not core assets of the Ghost Gang, thus maintaining the balance of Chinatown.

This is also the reason for the rise of the Flying Dragon Gang.

Behind the two gangs are On Leung Tong and Hip Sing Tong.

If the Ghost Shadow Gang becomes too powerful, then the Xie Sheng Tang will feel very uneasy.

After that, Jimmy, a member of the Ghost Shadow Gang, left the gang and founded the Dong An Gang in Dong Village, which was also a gang under the An Liang Tang.

This was to put the old folks at On Leong Tong at ease.

Back when Mr. Yin was in charge of the Ghost Shadow Gang, he almost sidelined them.

Xu Shengjie learned about Kenny from the original owner's memories.

An old man who is obsessed with the gang.

But he doesn't like fighting and killing, and wants Ghost Shadow to help clear his name.

But it's not that easy!

Once you enter the martial world, there's no turning back except by death.

The old man held on for ten years, finally waiting for Mr. Yin to return.

He wanted to step down, but he never expected Mr. Yin to collaborate with the Mafia and go to Yangtou Bay for development.

Mr. Yin completely ignored the Ghost Shadow Gang's affairs and even withdrew most of the funds.

Fortunately, Kenny has built up some businesses over the years; otherwise, Mr. Yin's actions might have directly brought down the Ghost Shadow Gang.

The old man is so worried he's about to break!

He needs to keep the Ghost Shadow Gang in check; they are their base of operations.

Having spent his entire life in the underworld, Kenny never considered leaving the gang.

He's too deeply involved with the Ghost Shadow Gang. If he leaves the gang before he has enough power, he'll only be dead.

Xu Shengjie thought he was very good at this.

It lacks the naiveté of the big bosses in Hong Kong or gangster films.

But it's still annoying!

The gang needs money, and there are enemies eyeing them from the outside.

Mr. Yin became a hands-off manager, and internal divisions arose within the Ghost Shadow Gang following his return.

Internal troubles and external threats!

Plus, people reach middle age —

Fortunately, Zhang Ping'an made money this time and has become quite wealthy.

But her two daughters are no pushovers either! The eldest daughter found a black man, got a nose piercing and tattoos, and dresses like a ghost all the time.

In Zhang Ping'an's words, "Every time Louisa comes home, Kenny's blood pressure spikes."

The younger daughter, on the other hand, is honest and well-behaved.

However, he has social anxiety, is timid, and doesn't do well in school.

You scold her a couple of times, and she doesn't talk back, she just cries—she cries for hours on end, and Kenny's scalp is about to explode.

"Is there any way to do this?"

That's just how my little sister is, she's always been.

Zhang Pingan took off his suit jacket and walked out of the internet cafe with Xu Shengjie, sitting down on a chair in front of the Chinese restaurant next door.

"I'm not capable either."

I'm good at fighting, but when it comes to coming up with solutions, I really don't know.

Sometimes I think, if all else fails, I should just have Kenny give up Disclosure Street.

"Don't even think about it!"

Xu Shengjie waved his hand, interrupting Zhang Ping'an.

"After passing Peel Street is Motte Street."

"With Disclosure Street as a buffer, Mott Street can remain peaceful. If you really gave up Disclosure Street, do you think Shit would settle down? Let's put it this way, he values ​​Disclosure Street? Bullshit, he wants to use Disclosure Street and the Shadows to slap Jack Chen in the face and seize his power. Believe it or not, the moment Kenny cedes Disclosure Street, Shit would dare step into Mott Street."

"That's what Kenny said too."

Zhang Ping'an scratched his head in distress, "But I feel bad seeing the old man sighing every day."

Jeff, you're smart, is there any way?

"Or let David and Jack Chen compete to see who is better."

He either needs to give up or relinquish his position as leader, otherwise he won't settle down; or he needs someone influential to mediate, someone of Ghost Uncle's caliber, otherwise it'll be useless. Alternatively, he could form a new Flying Dragon Gang.

"Those old guys at Xieshengtang won't agree."

"That's the problem, and we have no solution right now."

But don't worry, Master and the others support Kenny. If David doesn't want to be abandoned by everyone, at most he'll keep provoking and creating conflict. If things really turn sour, do you think Ghost Uncle and his gang would agree? They'd definitely crush him."

Gui Bo was one of the people in charge of An Liang Tang.

However, On Leung Tong has now completely cleaned up its act and generally doesn't get involved in gang disputes.

The same applies to Hei Shing Tong—no one dares to break the balance, otherwise it will inevitably lead to a bloody feud within the tong.

The two feuds between On Leung Tong and Hip Sing Tong in the 1920s and 30s and the 1950s and 60s resulted in bloodshed.

During that period, white people and black people dared not enter Chinatown to cause trouble, or they would lose their lives.

"I hope so!"

Zhang Ping'an sighed and lit a cigarette.

At that moment, Kenny came out of the internet cafe.

"Dad, why are you out?"

"I don't understand any of this stuff, I'm just here to show my support."

Jeffrey, I heard you're going to be making a movie soon?

"Yes, Uncle Kenny!"

"Make good movies, make movies even better than Bruce Lee's, and let those foreigners know that we Chinese have talented people."

"I will."

Kenny Zhang is short, chubby, and balding.

For some reason, Xu Shengjie felt a sense of familiarity.

Kenny Zhang's departing figure on Mott Street seems to overlap with a character from a certain TV series.

Tony Serprano!

That's right, it's Tony Soprano.

HB0 released a TV series about the mafia in 1999 called "The Sopranos".

This series ran for six seasons, and each season was a regular at the Emmys or Golden Globes.

It is hailed as a great masterpiece of American popular culture and also laid the foundation for HBO's revival.

This series does not focus on fighting and killing, but rather on the family and life of a gang leader.

"Let's make a TV series for Kenny."

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"what?"

"It tells the story of the joys and sorrows of Chinese gang leaders in the United States, as well as the various troubles and dilemmas they face in middle age."

"Um, isn't this a bit inappropriate?"

"What's wrong with it?"

"For example, smearing the image of Chinese people?"

"Nonsense, there's no such thing as so much slander."

Gangs are an important part of American culture, and no one can change that.

Italians made a film about The Godfather. Did anyone say they were smearing Italy? No, on the contrary, they turned the Mafia into a culture.

What Italians can do, we can do too.

Here's what we'll do: you provide me with materials, including information about Louisa, Michelle, and your mother and stepmother.

Let's focus on Kenny, writing books and making TV shows around him, so that more people can understand Chinatown and learn about the Chinese lifestyle and cultural values. I think this is a good idea; you can discuss it with Kenny.

Furthermore, if Kenny becomes famous as a result and becomes the focus of society...

Do you think that "Shit Bro" from the Flying Dragon Gang would still dare to be so arrogant?

"Hmm, I don't quite understand, but I find it very interesting."

that is----

I don't know if Kenny is willing to cooperate. You know, Kenny is a very stubborn person. And then there's my mom, my stepmother, my sister, and my younger sister—"

"Just cater to his tastes, you're a rich man."

Zhang Ping'an puffed out his chest, seemingly gaining confidence all of a sudden.

"Little Twelve, Little Twelve!"

Tong Zhen pulled Theron out of the internet cafe.

"Let's go find a place to have tea."

Xu Shengjie was busy making small talk, leaving Sailong and Zhou Wenqiong in Tong Zhen's care.

Where is Vivian?

"Zhang Disha and the others have arrived, and Vivian is chatting with them."

Xu Shengjie looked at Theron.

"I'd like to try Chinese coffee."

Theron replied with a grin.

"Alright, let's find a place to have tea."

"Wait a moment, I'll talk to Vivian."

After he finished speaking, he walked towards the internet cafe.