拜碼頭
bài​mǎ​tou

to pay respects to local figures

拜码头 拜碼頭 bài//mǎ​tou
to pay respects to local figures
To visit influential local figures or authorities when arriving in a new place to seek support, protection, or smooth social relations
to pay protection money
To pay money to local gangs or extortionists to avoid trouble, especially in historical or underworld contexts