Ma Yuan still didn't believe what Yang Jian said. The way the other party carried himself that morning was not something one person could contend with.
"Brother Yang, if Liuqiao Village is really unbearable, let's move somewhere else. As long as you can drive, you can find work anywhere."
Ma Yuan didn't understand Yang Jian's predicament. He was also terrified by what happened that morning. Leaving this place was the best option. If you can't afford to offend someone, you can always avoid them.
Yuan Hai took a liking to Yang Jian's strong physique. "Brother Yang, why don't you come work with us? Although Cheng Guang is arrogant, he wouldn't dare to go all out against us."
"Mr. Yuan, I just want to teach Cheng Guang a lesson. Can you provide me with some help? If not, I'll find a way myself."
Yang Jian was not interested in Yuan Hai's recruitment. He had been a boss before, and even in his fallen state, he didn't want to be someone's subordinate. Otherwise, he would have agreed to Fo Ye's offer without any trouble.
"No problem, what information do you need?"
Since Yang Jian intended to target Cheng Guang, it would be beneficial to the Xichuan Gang. Yuan Hai had no reason not to cooperate with him. As for the recruitment, they could discuss it later.
"I need his home and work address, what car he drives, and his specific whereabouts today and tomorrow."
"We know his work and home addresses and can take you there. As for his whereabouts, we can immediately arrange for someone to track and monitor him."
"Thank you, Mr. Yuan. Please make the arrangements. Let's start by checking out his neighborhood."
Yang Jian planned to resolve this matter as quickly as possible and return to a normal life.
"Please wait a moment."
After refilling his tea, Yuan Hai left the lounge and found a secluded spot to call his cousin, explaining the situation with Ma Yuan and Yang Jian.
"Xiao Hai, you mean that fellow named Yang wants to take down Cheng Guang by himself?"
Yuan Zhicheng, on the other end of the phone, also became interested in Yang Jian.
"Judging by the tone of his voice, that's indeed his intention."
"What do you think of this person? Is he bragging, or does he actually have the ability?"
"At first, I also thought he was bragging, trying to gain relevance with us and use us for some purpose. But then he refused my offer, and looking at his physique, he seems to have trained. I feel this person is not simple, and he might indeed cause some impact or loss to Cheng Guang."
"Well, regardless, as long as it's against Cheng Guang, we should support him. Let's proceed as he suggested. If he decides to make a move against Cheng Guang, inform me immediately, and I will personally participate and cooperate."
"Alright, I'll take him to scout the area now."
After receiving his cousin's instructions, Yuan Hai arranged for personnel to track Cheng Guang. He then drove a Santana, picking up Yang Jian and Ma Yuan, to scout the vicinity of Cheng Guang's residence and company.
Yuan Hai and his men had considered ambushing Cheng Guang before, so they had investigated his daily routine and naturally knew his residential area. They directly took Yang Jian to the entrance of a residential complex.
This complex was called Dongjiang Mingzhu, a relatively high-end community in Dongjiang with very advanced and standardized property management. The underground parking lot had two entrances and exits, with security guards on duty 24 hours a day. Vehicles not belonging to residents could not enter without a resident's guarantee.
The main entrance of the complex also had security guards. Residents needed to go through access control to enter, and visitors also needed the owner's permission to enter, making it impossible to sneak in.
"Brother Yang, we only know that Cheng Guang lives in this complex, but we don't know which building, floor, or unit. Taking action inside is out of the question. However, there are opportunities outside the complex. His car's license plate ends with dh678."
After driving around the complex, Yuan Hai returned to the main entrance and briefed Yang Jian on the information he had.
Yang Jian had been observing all along. He knew that it was unrealistic to conduct an investigation inside the complex, as it would easily expose him. Moreover, there were many surveillance cameras at the entrance of the complex. Unless he disguised himself, it was not suitable for taking action.
"Mr. Yuan, let's go take a look at his office. Also, if there are any malls nearby that sell hats and glasses, please stop. I'd like to change my appearance."
"Brother Yang, you want to disguise yourself, right? There's no need for so much trouble. I have wigs and fake beards in the car. I can change your appearance in a minute."
"Really? Let me see."
When Yang Jian saw his wanted poster, he had thought about getting some disguise equipment but had never had the means.
Yuan Hai drove about a kilometer away from the complex, stopped by the roadside, and handed Yang Jian a cardboard box from the trunk.
Upon opening it, he found several wig caps, including men's short hair and women's long hair, as well as earrings, necklaces, men's and women's clothing, fake beards, fake eyebrows, and a makeup case.
Yang Jian, with his build, couldn't possibly dress up as a woman, so he could only change his hairstyle and add a full beard to completely alter his appearance.
With Yuan Hai's on-site guidance, Yang Jian quickly mastered basic makeup skills, transforming from a 24-25-year-old fresh young man into a rough-looking man in his thirties.
Then, wearing a slightly dirty camouflage uniform and a straw hat, he looked like a genuine migrant worker from a construction site.
Yang Jian was very satisfied with this set of equipment. He could now go out with multiple appearances without worrying about being recognized.
Yuan Hai took them to the entrance of a relatively luxuriously decorated restaurant called "Wanke Lai" near the main bus station.
"Brother Yang, this restaurant is owned by Cheng Guang. It opened less than three months ago, and his office is on the third floor. The lower two floors are the restaurant, and most of his subordinates eat here. This place is essentially his base camp.
Therefore, taking action here is also difficult. Once an attack is launched, they will be surrounded by a large number of his men, making it hard to escape.
We also attempted two assassinations before, but not only did they fail, but we also lost seven or eight brothers, all of whom were disabled. Our strength has significantly declined, and we are no longer capable of reclaiming our territory."
Speaking of this past event, Yuan Hai's expression became dejected, filled with both unwillingness and helplessness.
Yang Jian surveyed the terrain. The buildings on this street were all five stories high. The Wanke Lai restaurant was in the center. Directly opposite was the exit of the main bus station, separated by a road with a pedestrian crossing leading to the restaurant entrance.
In front of the restaurant was a parking lot, about ten meters wide and thirty meters long, capable of parking dozens of cars. Yuan Hai's car was currently parked there.
"Mr. Yuan, do Cheng Guang's men recognize you?"
Yang Jian suddenly asked.
"No, because when I fought them before, I was always driving the getaway car and never showed my face."
"Then let me treat you to lunch, right here at this restaurant."
"Eating here? You're really daring. They should be looking for you everywhere right now, and you're walking into their lair."
"What's there to be afraid of? Not many people recognize me, and I'm disguised. Cheng Guang would never expect me to come here for a meal."
Yang Jian's goal was to go inside and see, and perhaps to run into Cheng Guang.