Chapter 64: The Puppet Regime of Ji Dong (Begging for Collection)

  When it comes to the point of穴, many people think that it is just an exaggeration in martial arts novels, but in reality, there are similar kung fu skills, among which "Five Hundred Coins" in Jiangxi Province is the most famous. The original name of "Five Hundred Coins" was "擒拿封闭", and it is said that during the Kangxi period of the Qing Dynasty, apprentices had to pay 500 coins to learn the killing point (下手), and then pay another 500 coins to learn the life-saving point (收手), hence the name.

  "Five Hundred Cashes" is also divided into big and small hands. The method of the big hand is purely a bright and open method, that is to say, when fighting with someone, taking their vital points, even if it's just a light touch on the body, there can be serious consequences for one's life. Because this type of injury has a visible form, people can know where they are hurt, feel the pain, and know who inflicted the injury, so it is called big hand.

  The method of the small hand is purely secretly injuring someone, taking points often secretly using internal energy to enter the point at the right moment, during shaking hands, hugging, laughing and chatting, or brushing against each other's clothes. Because this type of injury has no visible form, it is difficult to defend against, and after being injured, there is no feeling or knowledge.

  Even if one knows about it, unless treated promptly by the person who inflicted the injury, it is hard to recover from the injury. If not treated in time, serious cases can lead to sudden death, while lighter cases may still cause lingering harm for many years or decades, leading to a mysterious and unexplained death.

  The Dian Xue method has had a huge impact on the folk in Jiangxi since its inception, and because of its incredible effectiveness, it is often not shown to others. Therefore, people in Jiangxi regard it as a plague god, respecting it from afar. Older people in Jiangxi can all tell several stories about it. In some places where martial arts are prevalent, everyone knows about it when it's mentioned. It's no exaggeration to say that the mention of it makes people change color with fear.

  Especially in Fengcheng, Jiangxi, where the 500 RMB is most widely circulated, some customs that have been passed down to this day can be seen, for example: people - regardless of gender, age, or relationship - when interacting with each other will try their best to avoid physical contact, especially actions like patting on the shoulder or back, which will trigger strong vigilance and disgust from the other party. Moreover, those who practice this skill generally won't let others know about it, if they are found out, the whole family will be ostracized, and everyone will shun them!

  After witnessing this incredible martial art, Huang Li immediately developed a strong interest and soon became close friends with Instructor Liu, wholeheartedly devoting himself to the study of Dim Mak.

  Unconsciously, Huang Li has left Beiping for more than two months. In the secluded mountain valley, it is a relatively calm and monotonous year, while in the world, in China, in North China, the wheels of history are rolling mercilessly, with one major event after another occurring.

  Traitor, a word that forever makes the true Chinese people blush, yet is something that cannot be ignored. Like mold growing and spreading everywhere in the humid weather of southern China's plum rain season, it was first raised in Hebei and Shandong as a banner of recognizing enemies as fathers and selling out one's country for personal gain.

  As a key member of the Nationalist Party, Yin Rukeng hastily took to the stage as the chairman of the Hebei-Eastern Anti-Communist Autonomous Committee and became a notable figure among the Hanjian group in North China. Although Tōyama suspected that he was not up to par and only reluctantly used him to make up the numbers, this idiot who often fawned on the Japanese and claimed to be a Japanese son-in-law unexpectedly showed determination, without any hesitation or reluctance, and knelt down at the feet of his Japanese masters.

  In November 1935, Yin Ruguo and others issued the Ji Dong Autonomous Manifesto, listing six major crimes of the government, claiming to inherit Confucius' teachings, and advocating for filial piety, brotherly love, loyalty, and faithfulness. It can be said that this is a wonderful traitorous declaration. Moreover, there is another striking aspect of the manifesto, which is its thorough scolding from start to finish. Since Chiang Kai-shek came to power, although anti-Chiang waves have been rising one after another, those who scolded Chiang and the Nationalist Party were not in the minority, but it was rare to scold Sun Yat-sen or the Three Principles of the People. Even feudal warlords like Wu Peifu, Zhang Zuolin, and Sun Chuanfang showed some respect for Sun Yat-sen. However, Yin Ruguo left no room for maneuver, made no plans for retreat, showing that being a traitor is a dead-end path, with no turning back.

  But Yin Rukeng's actions have gone too far, to the point of public outrage and divine wrath. He openly split the country, established a puppet government, betrayed the nation and sold out to the enemy, and publicly cursed the authorities and Chiang Kai-shek by name. What can be tolerated, what cannot be tolerated? The National Government quickly issued an order for Yin Rukeng's arrest.

  Under the pressure of the Japanese army, the warrant for arrest issued by the National Government was merely a formal document and no large-scale pursuit was dared. Yin Rukeng still swaggered through the streets as if he had entered a land without people.

  North China is enraged, patriots from all over the country are enraged, and the call for punishment of the traitors is rising higher and higher. The Hebei Provincial United Association sent a telegram to the National Government, asking the government to arrest the traitors and eliminate the pseudo-government of Rehe; the Rehe Traveling in Beijing Fellow Townsmen Association and the Rehe County People's Representatives Association jointly telegraphed the whole country, pointing out that "Yin Zongshang is a heinous criminal who has cut himself off from humanity. Even if we eat his flesh and sleep on his skin, it would not be enough to repay the hatred of our hundreds of millions of people. If such a great traitor is not severely punished by the state, the harm caused will be unimaginable."

  This last sentence finally made Chiang Kai-shek vigilant and murderous, and he gave the Blue Shirts Society a suppression order.

  The task of sanctioning Yin Rugeng was implemented by the North China Special Affairs Agency, "Beiping District", "Beiping District Direct Action Group" and "Tianjin Station" and other units, requiring them to quickly find a breakthrough and conduct separate operations, and designate "Beiping District" to coordinate and avoid duplication or conflict.

  The sun had not yet risen, and a layer of cold, grey light floated in the sky. The ruts on the dirt road were covered with some frost. The camel's back and neck were adorned with white decorations, and its nose emitted white mist. Beijing seemed to have changed its appearance, becoming vast, quiet, cold, and docile, just like the camels that made no sound as they walked. Zeng Cheng let out a yawn, and the cold air rushed into his chest, feeling especially refreshing.

  Chen Gonghui followed Zeng Che, with a thick white mist spewing from his mouth. The two walked slowly and steadily, one in front of the other, out of the North Pole Pavilion, turning into the Goldfish Alley, and arriving at the door of No. 17. Zeng Che stretched out his hand and knocked on the door rhythmically. A man of medium height, over thirty years old, opened the door with a smile all over his face, greeting them warmly, "Ah, it's Manager Zhou and Old Master Ma! You two haven't come for days, please come in quickly."

  This man is Mao Wanli, the acting district head of Beiping District. He is not only a fellow townsman of Dai Li but also the cousin of Mao Renfeng, a key figure in the Military-Uniform Bureau. Therefore, Dai Li holds Mao Wanli in high esteem. He appears to be honest and simple-minded, but he is actually ruthless and has a strong background, which makes him somewhat arrogant in his dealings with others. Even Zeng Cheng, the secretary of the Huabei District, and Chen Gongshu, who had just taken over as the head of the Tianjin Station, were extremely polite to him.

  The three of them exchanged a few pleasantries before entering the living room, where they formally shook hands and greeted each other.

  "Congratulations, brother Gonghun! You've regained your former glory and your future is bright!" Mao Wanli said with a smile to Chen Gonghun.

  "Thank you, Wanli brother, for your kind words. This time, I also ask Wanli brother to lend a big hand!" Chen Gongpu said politely. He had failed in his attempt to assassinate the "defector general" Shi You San and was imprisoned in the Nanjing Yangpi Lane Prison. Now that Dai Li had reappointed him as the head of the Tianjin Station, his top priority was to implement the plan to sanction Yin Rugeng as soon as possible.

  "Haha, Gong Huan brother's thoughts are eager, Wan Li brother should help more." Zeng Che sat on the sofa, sipping hot tea, and said slowly.

  "We're all old friends now, what's with the formalities?" Mao Wanli smiled warmly and enthusiastically entertained Zeng and Chen.

  Chen Gongpu, as Zeng Jie said, was released with a strong desire to make amends and came up with a "strong attack" plan in a hurry, rushing to Beiping to discuss with the person in charge of the Beiping district. Limited time free? Exclusive interview with a great god? New book by a famous author? There are also lottery activities every week, Apple Watch, Q coins, starting point coins and more! Don't hesitate, open WeChat, scan the QR code on the left, follow easily, and don't miss out on the excitement~