No matter what is done, it doesn't seem quite right. Therefore, Li Songhua has never spoken up. Who would have thought, Lin Chuan actually took the initiative to speak, which made Li Songhua overjoyed at that moment. He excitedly said, "Lin Chuan, why don't we just become sworn brothers with different surnames, how about it?"

"Sure." Lin Chuan heard and agreed straightforwardly.

"Let's skip the head-chopping, burning yellow paper, and blood bond ceremony." Li Songhua laughed, "Today, we'll just use this cup of tea instead of wine. After drinking this bowl of tea, we formally become brothers. Share fortunes and face difficulties together. What do you think?"

"Sounds good!" Lin Chuan raised his cup.

The two lightly clinked their cups and then drank up with their heads tilted back.

Li Songhua appeared more excited, Lin Chuan also seemed slightly thrilled.

"How does it feel?" Lin Chuan asked with a smile.

"Feels..." Li Songhua hesitated, then smiled, "Feels like the water is a bit hot."

Haha...

Everyone on site couldn't help but burst into laughter, each with a relieved smile on their faces. They all found it amusing.

At this moment, Li Songhua spoke up, "Brother Lin, what are your future plans?"

"Nothing much, just taking one step at a time." Lin Chuan smiled, "Right now, the main thing is to establish a foothold. Recently, we've made quite significant moves, I reckon quite a few people in Fukuoka City are watching us. So, we have to be careful."

"It's more than just Fukuoka City; I guess the whole of Japan has quite a few people watching you." Li Songhua laughed, "In just ten days, you've wiped out the Hundred Rivers Association and the Triad. This is a big headline. Do you think you can keep calm?"

"Brother Li, what do you think I should do?" Lin Chuan asked.

Li Songhua thought for a bit and laughed, "Brother Lin, are you afraid of death?"

"Haha, I might fear women, but I'm never afraid of death." Lin Chuan laughed heartily.

"Good, I admire people like you." Li Songhua gave Lin Chuan a thumbs up, and said, "Since you're not afraid of death, then go a bit crazier. Don't stop at anything, wipe out the Triad. Let all the gangs know that Jvyi Gang is not to be trifled with."

"But, won't Japan's police station and Fukuoka City government intervene?" Lin Chuan asked curiously.

"Of course they will!" Li Songhua laughed, "Tomorrow, I'll take you to meet a few people, then you can go against the Triad without any scruples."

"Really?" Lin Chuan perked up immediately.

"Of course, it's true." Li Songhua nodded.

The two chatted until deep into the night, wishing they could talk till dawn. There seemed to be endless words between them. Only until midnight did Li Songhua leave, satisfied.

In the car on the way back.

"Big brother, are we really going to ally with Jvyi Gang?" the subordinate asked beside him.

"Yeah!" Li Songhua nodded, "Lin Chuan is a very special person, allying with Jvyi Gang won't be a loss for us."

"Yes!" The subordinate nodded.

......

Fukuoka Fishery. Lin Chuan and the others haven't dispersed yet.

"Brother Chuan, why would Bamboo Union Gang ally with us?" Zhou Kai asked curiously, "Bamboo Union Gang is a famous gang in the world, why would they lower themselves to ally with us? Could there be a trap?"

"Whether there's a trap, I don't know." Lin Chuan shook his head, "Wait until tomorrow, everything will naturally become clear."

"Tomorrow?" Zhou Kai was taken aback, "You mean, tomorrow they might set up a trap waiting for you to fall into?"

"Who knows?" Lin Chuan laughed, "People's hearts are unpredictable. I can't grasp the other's intention."

Everyone fell silent.

"Brother Chuan, tomorrow I'm going with you." Lu Dapao spoke up.

"I'm going too!" Zhou Kai said.

"No need." Lin Chuan shook his head, "Tomorrow, I will face it alone. No matter what, now Li Songhua and I are like brothers. Although I don't know if he considers me as a brother, at the very least, I must consider him as one. So, I can't bring people."

"Brother Chuan, what if..." Zhou Kai hesitated.

"Even if there's a 'what if,' what help would you provide if you go?" Zhou Kai laughed, "I'd rather act alone, more conveniently. With more of you, would I have to protect you?"

Everyone listened and laughed awkwardly.

With Lin Chuan's power, there are probably few opponents left in the world. Zhou Kai chuckled, "Oh, I almost forgot Brother Chuan is a master. Haha..."

......

The next afternoon.

Li Songhua called Lin Chuan. They agreed on a time, and Lin Chuan drove to the meeting.

The meeting place was in a large hotel in the Shinsaibashi district. This hotel is owned by the Bamboo Union Gang, combining hotel, entertainment, and dining venues together. It's one of the important assets of the Bamboo Union Gang in Fukuoka City.

Upon arrival, the hotel's security politely directed Lin Chuan to park the car. Then, they proactively opened the car door for Lin Chuan.

Lin Chuan was dressed quite casually, wearing very ordinary clothes: black casual pants, paired with leather shoes, and a gray shirt on top, matched with a thin beige vest. Lin Chuan brushed through his slightly long, messy hair, with his left hand in his pocket and his right hand holding a cigarette, he walked slowly towards the hotel.

"Sir, I'm sorry, smoking is not allowed in public places." The security at the entrance politely stopped Lin Chuan.

"Okay." Lin Chuan nodded and stubbed out the cigarette in a nearby trash can before heading into the hotel.

As agreed, he went to the third floor of the hotel. Room 315.

Upon entering the room, a group of people was already seated inside. Li Songhua was among them.

"Lin Chuan, you're here." Li Songhua hurriedly stood up, pulled Lin Chuan in by the hand, and said excitedly, "Everyone, this is Lin Chuan, the one you've all been wanting to meet. How is he? Doesn't he look like a young hero? Haha..."

The crowd nodded in agreement upon hearing this.

"Lin Chuan, let me introduce you." Li Songhua smiled, "This is the district attorney of Fukuoka City's police department. This is the mayor of Fukuoka City, and this is the director of the Department of Justice..."

There were four people in total, and all four had unusual identities.

"Hello." Lin Chuan shook hands with each of them.

Actually, Lin Chuan doesn't quite fit in such occasions, or should we say, he's not good at this kind of social interaction. A mysterious smile appeared on his lips, and he chuckled, "A rare sight to see you all, I'm late, so I'll drink three glasses as punishment."

With that said, Lin Chuan immediately tilted his head and drained the drinks.

"Good!" The crowd clapped enthusiastically.

The Japanese, like the Chinese, are skilled at drinking culture. Discussing affairs over drinks is also a feature of theirs.

Li Songhua laughed and said, "Mr. Miyamoto, Lin Chuan and I are sworn brothers, and he'll rely on your support in Fukuoka City in the future."

"No, no!" Mr. Miyamoto hastily waved his hands, appearing very modest as the mayor of Fukuoka City. He smiled and said, "Mr. Lin Chuan is truly a young hero. In just ten days, he's capable of wiping out the Hundred Rivers Association and slaughtering the Triad. Truly remarkable."

"Mr. Miyamoto, Mr. Ito... please take good care of Lin Chuan in the future." Li Songhua laughed.

"Of course, of course." The group nodded.

The Bamboo Union Gang has a large presence and extensive business in Fukuoka City, and more or less, these individuals have some stake in the interests of the Bamboo Union Gang. Therefore, they had to give Li Songhua some respect, nodding in agreement.

"Lin Chuan, with the Triad over there, you can do whatever you want," Li Songhua laughed, "Don't worry about the government's side of things. After all, the laws here allow gang activities. You must know, there are many people from the gangs here who participate in political activities. They engage in politics, yet hold gang identities."

"Hmm!" Lin Chuan nodded.

Lin Chuan isn't good at socializing like this. Throughout the dinner, he spoke little, only occasionally interacting. It was Li Songhua who kept talking, at ease with such social activities, constantly persuading others to drink. A few of them became slightly drunk.

"Mr. Miyamoto, let's go," Li Songhua laughed, "Miss Yingzi from Muting Music Hall has been waiting for you."

"Ah... Hahaha..." Everyone laughed loudly.

The Japanese love to drink and flirt, enjoying the company of women. Japanese women are quite tolerant of their husbands' infidelity, considering it normal. Thus, Japanese men behave quite promiscuously.

"Lin Chuan, come along," Li Songhua laughed.

It was Lin Chuan's first social event, and he didn't refuse.

Afterward, Li Songhua's driver drove a Toyota Alfa car, taking the group straight to Muting Music Hall.

Located on a street full of music halls in the Shinsaibashi district, there are dozens of large and small music halls here. Many Japanese Geisha roam the streets, which is a must-visit area for many tourists coming to Fukuoka. They excitedly wander around, take pictures, and watch the geisha performances.

The driver skillfully parked the car in the backyard of a music hall. As the security recognized the familiar license plate, they immediately approached to open the car door. After getting out, Li Songhua handed the guard a ten-thousand yen note as a tip.

The guard was overjoyed, bowing repeatedly.

Then, the group walked inside; the interior lighting was dimmed, and once inside, they could hear the gentle sounds of flowing water and traditional Japanese music. Upon entering, a woman with a face full of white powder dressed in a kimono greeted them.

"Oh, it's our honored guests," the old madam was delighted upon seeing them and said, "Mr. Miyamoto, Mr. Li... it's been a long time since you've been here."

"Less chatter, go get Yingzi and the others," Li Songhua laughed.

"Yes, yes, yes!" The old madam hurriedly turned around and left upon hearing this.

Then, a young girl led the group upstairs. Lin Chuan followed behind the entire way. This place was a haunt for Japanese men and their liquor, dimly lit and distinctively decorated. Japanese flower arranging, an art they're adept at, was on full display. Among many beautiful arrangements in the hall, the largest one in the center featured a typical 'step by step upward' design.

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