The "Four Nine City" is now generally referred to as the urban area of Jingcheng. However, at this moment, everyone knew that the Four Nine City Nie Zhenbang referred to was the circumference around the wall of the Forbidden City. Nevertheless, even so, the distance was enough for Nie Zhenbang to bear. Then, Zhou Chen finalized the decision: "Fine, I'll take the bet. But, let's get things straight first. You can only secure these weapons yourself. Don't pull any strings. If you do, it would be a mess. I too will sell it for you."
Nie Zhenbang was taken aback, then agreed, "Okay, let's do it your way."
...
After having dinner with Yang Anbang and others, Nie Zhenbang returned to the red-walled compound. At this moment, there weren't many people at home. Nie Guodong and his wife and Nie Jiamin had gone to the Northwest. His father and stepmother were in the South China Sea.
