37: Some people are not convinced of the boss's leadership.
Zhu Yeqing suggested: "Boss, you can't do this. These two are ruthless. I've dealt with them for decades and know them too well!"
"They only kowtowed to save their own skins."
"They will still betray you later."
The two guys quickly said: "Boss, we are submitting to you with all sincerity."
"Please give us a chance, Boss, to let us prove our loyalty."
Little Security Guard nodded: "Good, I accept you two!"
"Old Zhu, one should always view a person with new eyes after three days of separation."
"I believe they will change."
He sighed inwardly: This Soul Capturing Technique Level 3 is truly useful for controlling humans.
For anyone who isn't united with me, I will control their Soul.
The two kowtowed like they were pounding garlic: "Boss is truly broad-minded; we are completely convinced."
They compared inwardly, thinking that if Old Zhu were the boss, he definitely wouldn't tolerate us!
This new boss is truly the Materials for being a leader!
Zhu Yeqing had no choice but to say: "Alright, since the Boss says so, I will resolutely obey the Boss's command."
The two quickly kowtowed to Zhu Yeqing.
Little Security Guard: "From now on, the Green Snake Gang will be renamed Green Snake Base."
"I am the boss, but I don't have time to manage it."
"Zhu Yeqing is the second-in-command, responsible for managing it for me."
"Don't come to me unless necessary; only come to me for help as a last resort."
Zhu Yeqing kowtowed to the Boss: "Thank you for your trust, Boss. I will definitely manage the base well for you."
He was secretly happy. Previously, he wanted to kill the boss She Fu and take his place.
That was because She Fu's character was poor. Now, the new boss's character and strength are impeccable, and he supports him sincerely.
Moreover, with the new boss to cover for him, he wouldn't have to worry about hostile forces attacking in the future.
Whenever a strong enemy comes, he can just go to the Boss.
With the Boss's support, his position in the Green Snake Base would be much more stable.
Zhu Yeqing thought triumphantly.
Little Security Guard continued: "The previous second-in-command will become the third-in-command, and the fourth remains the fourth. You two will assist from the side. Do not harbor any disloyal thoughts, otherwise I will definitely execute you."
The two quickly expressed their willingness to obey the second-in-command.
The original second-in-command was older than Old Zhu, but since the new Boss had spoken, he was willing to be the third-in-command.
Rank is based on merit, not age.
Besides, as a rebel, he should thank the heavens that the Boss didn't kill him.
How could he dare to argue about rankings?
Little Security Guard clapped his hands: "Alright, it's time to take me to see all the underlings of the Green Snake Gang."
Zhu Yeqing said: "Yes, Boss. This little brother will lead the way for you."
Little Security Guard led the four beauties to follow.
The third and fourth in command guarded from behind.
They arrived at the main hall.
The underlings of the Green Snake Gang were gambling, drinking, and having fun.
Zhu Yeqing brought Little Security Guard to a high platform.
The thousands of underlings below the stage felt the atmosphere was off.
The Boss didn't come out, but instead, a strange young man arrived.
He was surrounded in the very center by everyone.
He had the air of a boss!
The crowd below was silent.
Zhu Yeqing said to the dense crowd below: "Everyone, I have an important announcement to make today."
"The former boss, She Fu, bullied the innocent, kidnapped wives and daughters, exploited the people, extorted money, committed many unrighteous acts, and stopped at nothing to do evil."
"Even our brothers in the gang were forced to hand over more grain and suffered exploitation just to continue surviving in the Green Snake Base. We have all been living in deep water and scorching heat!"
"This young man, unable to bear the suffering of the people and the exploitation of our brothers, took the lead, commanded us three leaders, killed She Fu, overthrew the tyranny, and saved the masses from deep water and scorching heat."
The underlings of the Green Snake Base cast their gazes in unison toward Little Security Guard.
It was truly unbelievable!
A young man they had never seen before actually killed the Boss?
And he gained the following of the three leaders?
Little Security Guard could hardly listen anymore.
I was just protecting my wife and snatching a few new wives.
Where is there any such high moral standing?
But since he had already said it, he would just listen for now!
So, he put on a look of righteous indignation, cynicism, and acting on behalf of the people.
To let the underlings see the truth, Zhu Yeqing threw out She Fu's severed head.
She Fu's head rolled onto the ground with a rumble.
Everyone had no more objections!
The original boss was indeed dead!
These underlings were all opportunists.
Seeing that the Boss was dead and the three leaders supported Little Security Guard, they all expressed their support for Little Security Guard one after another.
The former confidants of She Fu, fearing they would end up like She Fu, were the most diligent in showing their loyalty.
"We resolutely support the new Boss!"
"We wanted to rebel long ago, but we were afraid we couldn't beat him!"
"Truly, heroes come from the youth! At such a young age, he beheaded She Fu!"
Zhu Yeqing felt a wave of nausea!
Damn it, you guys followed She Fu before and didn't hold back in targeting me!
Now you're turning to the new Boss so quickly?
If you are loyal, I will naturally spare your dog lives!
If you have disloyal thoughts, I will slaughter you for the Boss!
Zhu Yeqing said: "Please, new Boss, say a few words!"
Little Security Guard was stunned: He used to envy others when he saw them giving speeches on stage!
Now it was his turn to give a speech, not to juniors at university, but to a group of underlings.
"Everyone, from now on, I am the boss of the Green Snake Base. You can just call me Boss Yang."
"I am used to being laid-back. Usually, don't come to bother me; leave everything to Zhu Yeqing to handle."
"If I am not here, you all must listen to Zhu Yeqing."
"He is my Incarnation in the Green Snake Base."
There was a unified chorus of support from below.
"Support Boss Yang! Support Boss Yang! Support Boss Yang!"
However, some underlings were not convinced.
This is just a wet-behind-the-ears young man!
Back when I was 18, I just joined the Green Snake Gang, just a small character, starting from the bottom, collecting protection fees, fighting.
This wet-behind-the-ears guy becomes the boss right off the bat?
Things that take others twenty or thirty years to achieve, he did in one step?
"Hey, I'm asking, are you blind?"
"Can such a wet-behind-the-ears kid be the boss?"
"Isn't he just a Puppet supported by Zhu Yeqing?"
"Who doesn't know Zhu Yeqing? This guy wants to replace Boss She Fu; everyone knows his hidden agenda."
Little Security Guard said: "It seems some people refuse to accept me!"
"How about this: those who support me stand on the left, those who don't stand on the right."
Zhu Yeqing urged everyone to choose sides quickly.
Thousands of people below began to move.
In a few minutes, the sides were chosen.
Looking at the left first, they occupied the vast majority.
Looking at the right, there were also dozens of people.
They said: "Everyone, don't be fooled by Zhu Yeqing. The majority support Boss She Fu."
"This Zhu Yeqing wants to kill the boss to seize power and support a Puppet gang leader. We must not fall for his trick!"
"Second-in-command and fourth-in-command, you were previously absolute confidants of Boss She Fu and definitely stood with Boss She Fu. Now you should stand up and avenge the Boss!"
Zhu Yeqing glanced at the third and fourth in command.
The third and fourth in command were shocked. Damn it, do you want to get me killed?
"Boss, just give the order, and let us slaughter these rebels!"
The dozens of people on the left felt strange. Wow, what kind of act are these two leaders putting on?
Are they going to betray their own people?
Little Security Guard sneered: "You people on the left, are there any who regret it? You can stand on the right now; it's still not too late!"
"The same goes for you on the right. If you regret it, stand on the left, and you can also save your lives."
A few more people moved.
Little Security Guard saw that everyone had decided.
Zhu Yeqing said: "Boss, I will kill these rebels."
Little Security Guard said: "No need for you to do it."
He looked at the third and fourth in command: "Now is the time for you two to show your loyalty!"
Zhu Yeqing thought: Hmph, these are all the confidants of the third and fourth in command. How could they kill their own people?
If they kill their own people, how will they stand firm in the future?
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