Uncle Tang is the most senior Uncle currently in Wo Hop Sing. He is also a former Dragon Head of the triad, having served his term decades ago.
It is no exaggeration to say that Uncle Tang’s status in Wo Hop Sing is that of an Emperor Emeritus—and an Emperor Emeritus with considerable authority, capable of giving direct orders to the incumbent Dragon Head and swaying the course of events. Every uncle and incumbent Branch Leader in the organization cares deeply about Uncle Tang’s opinion. If Uncle Tang declares that a certain person is unfit to be Dragon Head, then unless that person can bribe every single uncle in the triad, Uncle Tang’s word alone can dictate their collective will.
In the world of triad societies, especially those with a deep, century-long history, seniority is an absolute lethal weapon. Few dare to openly defy an uncle of such profound standing; to do so is to invite the label of a traitor, making one an enemy of everyone. Such is the transcendent status of Uncle Tang.
Chapter 380