Chapter 12 Shining Gold
While Anton was still thinking about Rock's words, Luo Yi had already gained something.
Although the rules of guessing odd or even are simple, one should never ignore the temptation of this kind of gambling. In the 21st century with the explosion of information, people have experienced multiple reminders of various information, and some people will be deceived. This was almost unsolvable in the 19th century.
With more people watching, there are naturally more people participating. After two or three rounds, Li De and his friends no longer need to place bets to create an atmosphere. The spectators are so enthusiastic and the scene is so heated that Li De begins to feel fear.
"Master Luo, it's almost time to stop. We have already won more than 50 pounds. If we continue, something bad might happen." The money came too easily, which made Li De a little scared.
"Five, fifty pounds!" Anton was dumbfounded. He racked his brains but couldn't understand why these white people were so easily deceived .
It seems that white people are not very smart, at least not as smart as the Chinese. If Luo Yi set up such a scheme in the Qing Dynasty, he would probably be laughed at as a fool in minutes.
Of course, there are far more fools in this world than Anton imagined, and Rock also underestimated the power of such a simple scam in this era. In just a short while, he earned more than 50 pounds, equivalent to more than 200 taels of silver, which is equivalent to more than four years of Rock's salary. In the Qing Dynasty, it could buy six wives and more. Even if Rock and more than a dozen others divided it equally, each person could get five or six pounds, and half a year's salary was easily obtained.
"Wait a little longer. This kind of business is a one-time deal. After this one, we will have to rest for at least ten days or half a month. Fifty pounds is too little. We need to earn more." Rock would never complain about having too much money. Fifty pounds is a lot for Anton and the others, but it is far from enough for Rock.
Compared with regular casinos, this scam is too easy to implement. Those who have lost money will find something wrong when they think about it carefully. Therefore, scams cannot be done as a business. They can only earn pocket money. If you want to find a stable way to make money, you have to think of other ways.
Of course, it is not easy for people to calm down in the game. Now the gamblers around Luo Yi are already blood-thirsty. Even if Luo Yi wants to stop, those gamblers will not let Luo Yi leave.
Let's continue. After more than ten minutes, the gambling game could no longer be maintained. Just as Rock expected, a sailor who had lost all his money suddenly grabbed a handful of money in front of Luo Yi and stood up and wanted to run away.
How could they run away? The sailors who robbed the money were knocked down in an instant by Li De and his men. Then the police who were on high alert rushed over blowing their whistles, and the onlookers gamblers immediately dispersed.
A full one hundred and fifty pounds was indeed a huge haul. In addition to a pile of glittering gold coins and several one-pound notes, there was also a gold pocket watch. Except for Rock, everyone else's breathing was a little rapid. Even if it was divided among a dozen people, each person could get more than a dozen pounds, and more than a year's income could be easily obtained.
"This way of making money was thought up by Mr. Luo. As usual, Mr. Luo will take 30% first, Luo Yi will get 10%, and we'll divide the rest. Do you think this is feasible?" Rock was not in a position to speak, so Anton simply gave the order to divide the money. As the planner, Rock should take the biggest share.
"Of course, of course. If it weren't for Master Luo, none of us would dare to attack foreigners."
"Master Luo should take the lion's share. If it weren't for Master Luo making the decision, we wouldn't have gotten rich anyway."
"People can't get rich without outside money, and horses can't get fat without eating night grass. The old saying still makes sense."
Everyone responded and the atmosphere was unexpectedly good.
To Rock's surprise, although he did not show up from beginning to end except for giving some advice, no one felt that Rock took too much.
Rock simply loves the hierarchical society. In this society, it is a universal value that the superiors get rich and the subordinates get to enjoy the benefits. Rock is not an official yet. If he becomes an official, even if this matter has nothing to do with Rock, Rock will still have a share.
"Save the money you earn. Those who have wives and children should support their families, and those who are single should save money for their wives. Don't be extravagant. My brothers have seen it today. If you want to get rich, go and attack the foreigners. Don't think about the hard-earned money in your pockets. Let's make a rule here. Brothers, you must strictly gamble with us in the future. If you find someone setting up a trap again, don't blame us for being ruthless." Rock took the opportunity to make the rules. He said this mainly for Rock to hear.
"Don't worry, Master Luo. You can make money from the foreigners. Whoever cheats our brothers will have a son without an ass." Luo pointed to the sky and the earth and swore that the Chinese policemen didn't have much money in their pockets to begin with. They worked hard for half a day and could only earn three or five pennies. How could it be as satisfying as cheating the foreigners?
"Then disperse. Brothers, keep quiet for the next few days. Let's see how things develop in a few days and then go and make another deal. Everyone, keep your mouths shut. This matter must not be leaked, otherwise, we will all be in trouble." Rock started to chase people away. They had to go to work tomorrow and couldn't make a fuss too late.
"I understand, Mr. Luo ."
"Anyone who dares to spread the news will be thrown into the sea and drowned in a pig cage!"
Everyone said goodbye and went back to rest with laughter. They would probably have a good dream tonight.
After clearing the place, Rock began to count his income, a total of forty-three pounds, plus a gold pocket watch, which was given directly to Rock at a discount of two pounds.
The pocket watch chain is also made of gold, with one end connected to the pocket watch and the other end connected to a small round gold box. The box can hold five small gold coins with a face value of one pound. There is a spring at the bottom of the box to support the gold coins on top. By opening the lid, the top gold coin can be easily pulled out. Such a pocket watch is worth at least seven pounds in a decent store.
Kunale came back timidly before going to bed. Rock had to set rules for Kunale: "No snoring, no talking in sleep, no lights when you get up at night, and you have to be careful. If you violate any of the above, you will have to find a place to sleep by yourself tomorrow night."
If possible, Rock was unwilling to live in the same room with other people, whether they were Indians or Chinese, Rock was not used to it.
But at this stage, Rock is not yet qualified to get a room of his own. At least he has to wait until he is promoted to the level of sheriff or above.
Sheriff!
This is Rock's goal for the next period of time. He must become sheriff as soon as possible and get a separate room. Rock's requirements are not high. Since Indians can be sheriffs, Chinese can also be sheriffs. Rock is confident that as long as he can get the attention of the British, Rock has plenty of ways to stand out.
If it is gold, it will shine wherever it is.
