The famous detective in the comic world

Chapter 232 The Position of the Gaslamp Market
"But in order to avoid offending those powerful forces, you will still meet some of their demands... even if you will suffer losses, right?"

"This...that's for sure..." Speaking of this, the guard seemed very annoyed: "Especially SHIELD...they are more than Hydra, always asking us to provide this or that, blackmailing us without knowing it. How much money! But if the requirements are not met, they will come and seize this place... We can't afford to mess with it."

"Of course, you don't dare to offend S.H.I.E.L.D.... so you will suffer no matter how much the lion opens your mouth." He Nan sneered, "You are kind of like doormats to a certain extent, anyone can beat you both Next... do all kinds of super villains also like to blackmail? The kind that don’t give money or die?"

"Anyone who dares to do this will have to pay the price! Although we don't have allies, we have friends who are willing to help! Black and white take all!" The guard glared at He Nan when he said this: "The gas lamp market has been around for 200 years. It's history... This place has always been a free exchange! I really don't understand why people like you always come to trouble? We have never caused any trouble outside! It's just selling something, who is getting in the way?! We have no ill will towards anyone?!"

"Just stare, I know what you mean. Anyway, I still have to ask you questions, just answer me honestly." He Nan snorted, and then asked: "Do you have any special relationship with the Hood Gang?"

"No, no..."

"Whose land does this land belong to?" Although He Nan was not sure, he still asked, "Isn't it the Hood Gang?"

"True, but we are neutral! They have nothing to do with us!"

"But he is regarded as the landlord who surrounds your territory, of course you still have to give him some face, right?"

"...That's right."

"That's it." He Nan then asked: "Is there a gang other than the Hood Gang who asked you to talk about the searchlight? Do you know who asked the Hood Gang to talk about it?"

"No... I don't know who sent them here."

"If you were asked to choose an option, who do you think is more likely to order it?"

"Then... that should be Norman Osborn or the guy who was thrown from the roof by him?" The guard faltered: "It may also be the board of directors of the Osborn Group... We always hear that someone Said that the Osborne board of directors will do some bad things behind Osborne's back..."

"Did Norman Osborn do anything bad?"

"This...Of course I have heard...but basically they say that he is good...I don't know!" The guard said hurriedly: "I don't know anything! Don't ask me about political issues? I don't know. We don’t go to the ground very much, whoever is in power has nothing to do with us! 200 years have passed, and no one can do anything to us..."

"Heh..." He Nan smiled contemptuously, but didn't say anything.

He felt that it was pointless to talk nonsense with this family.

Because, He Nan felt that the relationship was too great.

It's not that no one can do anything to you.

...but "don't want to".

Substituting this question, you have successfully reached an agreement with the New York government for 200 years.

You have come to pay a certain price in exchange for the government's tacit approval of your business.

Turning a blind eye and closing one's eyes can never be realized without benefit.

One day the Gaslamp Fair would easily close its doors if it had no advantage of its own.

He Nan understands why they feel that the black market of gas lamps is very valuable and they should acquiesce in its continued existence.

It is because it has a long history and is an old black market in the United States, and the controllers of all generations are very good at managing relationships.

Many skilled merchants who specialize in strange collectibles are also used to selling goods here, and they can often sell at high prices.

This complex web of relationships is invaluable, but that doesn’t mean there wouldn’t be a “Light Fair” without you.

Rebuilding is hard and is bound to lose a lot of suppliers and customers.Those who were lost either felt distrustful of the New York government that had taken on the Gaslight Fair and were too afraid to commit to the cause, or they went elsewhere before a similar black market could be reestablished.

To put it bluntly, if Norman Osborn becomes the new mayor, he must consider his attitude towards Gaslamp Fair.

As long as he thinks about it, and does it regardless of the obstacles of all parties, it is indeed possible to kill this black market.

... Even with Osborn's abilities, he might persuade the gangsters who originally served as the umbrella of the Gaslight Fair to change their attitudes.

At that time, it will be difficult for this black market to continue.

Because He Nan came all the way here, it can be seen that their armed forces are actually very average.

I'm afraid they can't resist the ravages of any big gang-unless they have some secret means.

In fact, even if this small underground kingdom is easy to defend and difficult to attack once a defensive battle is launched, that's okay.

Once the black market loses traffic, it's over.

As long as all exits are blocked to prevent customers and businesses from entering, they will not be able to continue their business.

After a long time, it will naturally surrender.

Therefore, it is very important for Gaslamp Fair to know who is in power.

This is how they have lived with the government for mutual benefit and reciprocity for 200 years.

Various concessions will have to be made to the new mayor.

Unless it touches their bottom line.

But Norman Osborn is a smart man, he will not push a cash cow that could have brought him long-term benefits like a fool.

He must have wanted to be on good terms with Gaslight too.

Moreover, in the future, when Osborne develops his own strength, Gas Lamp will be indispensable to help him get the goods—maybe the two parties have had very frequent contacts before.

After all, Norman Osborn is actually one of the hidden underworld forces in New York City.It's just that some evil deeds are done in the identity of the Green Goblin, instigating several super criminals such as Goblin, Rhino, Professor Lizard, and Scorpion.

…Speaking of hidden gangsters, Tony Stark is actually the same, but with less black hands and not too many bad things.

Given Gaslamp Bazaar's attitude towards Norman Osborn, Horan felt that they would definitely accept the conditions in order to please the new mayor.

Since it is a major event where the two sides want to promote friendly relations, it stands to reason that Norman Osborn should be present in person.In the end, why did the Hood Gang come to talk for him?He Nan thinks the reason is also very simple - it may be that the limelight has been too intense recently, and the matter of the searchlight must be dealt with.

Since the searchlight incident, Norman Osborn has received a lot more attention.

He must act more carefully.

Maybe Osborne called the Laughing Shark or something, but it would be more useful to send someone to talk to him in person.

... The one who helped him with this was Red Hood, the leader of the Hood Gang.

(End of this chapter)