A Pie in the Sky
(Where's the monthly ticket?)
Compared to the bustling Shanghai, Hangzhou, which was surrounded by mountains and lakes, was quieter. However, it was a first-tier city in the country after all. It was not easy to stand out in this city.
After what happened in Shanghai, Qin Sheng was no longer anxious for success. No matter what job Uncle Zhuang found for him, he would start again step by step.
"What are you thinking about?" After Lin Su familiarized herself with the new environment, she walked to Qin Sheng and took away the cigarette that he had just smoked and asked softly. During this period of recuperation, Qin Sheng did not smoke or drink much, mainly because Lin Su was strict with him. He was used to it now.
Qin Sheng was not angry. He smiled and said, "I'm thinking, when will I have the ability to face your family and marry you openly, instead of being chased around like a stray dog."
Lin Su laughed and said, "Anyway, I'm already yours. What are you worried about? Don't think too much. Let's go to the supermarket to buy some things. We still need a lot of necessities. Buy some vegetables too. We'll cook at home tonight. "
"Okay, I'll listen to you, Madam," Qin Sheng said.
After being busy for half a day, buying a lot of food and necessities, and going to the furniture city to buy some decorations, it was already six o 'clock when they came back. Qin Sheng and Lin Su followed closely into the kitchen. The husband and wife chatted and laughed as they cooked.
In the evening, Zhuang Zhou and Qin Changan sat opposite each other in the siheyuan of the Qin Family in the eastern district of Sijiu City. There were a few dishes and two bottles of Wuliangye on the table. Gongsun accompanied them.
"Lao Zhuang, let me toast you first. You saved the brat's life. I'll remember this favor," Qin Changan said with confidence as he raised his glass.
Zhuang Zhou was a little surprised and quickly said, "Brother Qin, given the relationship between our families, you don't have to be so polite. I owe the Qin Family too much. This is what I should do. Moreover, Qin Sheng was seriously injured. It's my fault."
Qin Changan waved his hand. Then, he poured a glass of wine and said, "That's a different matter. Let's talk about it separately. This second glass of wine is because I've troubled you in the past half a year. I've asked you to accompany me to put on a show.
"It's just a small matter. I didn't do anything," Zhuang Zhou said with fear and trepidation. Qin Changan was much older than him, and he was also an all-powerful tycoon. Zhuang Zhou found it hard to accept Qin Changan's two consecutive toasts.
After the two toasts, Qin Changan continued to say, "I've already told the people in Hangzhou. Let the lad follow Cao Da and train him well. Tomorrow, you should contact Cao Da first and get familiar with him. Don't show any flaws."
"Alright, don't worry about that. I'll meet Mr. Cao tomorrow," Zhuang Zhou said in a deep voice.
Since Qin Changan had troubled Zhuang Zhou for so long, he felt somewhat embarrassed. Consequently, he said, "After we finish tomorrow's business, you don't have to worry about this guy anymore."
Zhuang Zhou frowned and said, "When Qin Sheng returns to Hangzhou, he will definitely face his former enemies. I'm afraid that they will find trouble with him again. Anyway, I have nothing to do. I can stay in Hangzhou for a while."
"Hahaha, once bitten, twice shy. This lad is smart. He won't make the same mistake twice. Besides, I'll go to Hangzhou often. If the Yan and Lin families really want to die, I'll definitely let them remember what the price is." Qin Changan squinted his eyes and snorted. It was not that he did not want to take revenge. He just wanted to give the opportunity to Qin Sheng. Otherwise, where would he have the motivation?
Since Qin Changan had made arrangements, Zhuang Zhou did not say anything more. He nodded silently and said, "Okay, I understand."
Zhuang Zhou was very clear that Hangzhou was not a place for Qin Sheng to stay for a long time. As long as Qin Changan and Qin Sheng recognized each other, Qin Sheng's stage was destined to be in Sijiu City. That was because this group of big families were clear that only by gaining a firm foothold in Sijiu City could they make waves in other places. As for those families outside of Sijiu City, which of them did not want to squeeze their way in?
In the morning, Xue Qingyan took Qin Sheng and Lin Su to West Lake Zhiweiguan for breakfast. There was also a man with them. He had been good friends with Xue Qingyan for many years. The two families were also considered friends. Now, this man was already a director with real power in the Municipal Public Security Bureau. His future might not be very promising, but he would at least be at the director level.
Xue Qingyan introduced Qin Sheng to him to give Qin Sheng more protection in Hangzhou. If those bad guys saw Qin Sheng and this man getting close, they would have to think twice about dealing with Qin Sheng.
There were a few steamed dumplings, soup dumplings, and a bowl of wonton for each person. Xue Qingyan also ordered cat ears. Every time she returned to Hangzhou, she would have breakfast at Zhiweiguan the next day. This was a habit for many years.
"I was wondering why you thought of inviting me to breakfast today. It turns out that you have friends." The man came late. After sitting down, he smiled and said. Then he looked at Qin Sheng and Lin Su sitting next to Xue Qingyan. Qin Sheng was ordinary, but Lin Su surprised him. However, the man knew how to hide. He returned to normal in an instant. He smiled and nodded to Qin Sheng and Lin Su.
The man had a square face and big eyes. He looked righteous. He was not tall. He wore a white short-sleeved shirt and leather shoes, just like those leaders on TV.
Zhiweiguan was a time-honored brand. Whether it was Hangzhou cuisine or breakfast snacks, it was famous in Hangzhou. Foreign tourists would definitely try it when they came to Hangzhou. So there were a lot of customers in the morning. They sat on the second floor. Xue Qingyan had ordered all the dishes. She knew what this man ate better than anyone else.
Xue Qingyan teased, "I don't have friends. We are all family. This is my brother and sister-in-law. They just arrived in Hangzhou yesterday, so I brought them here to try it. Aren't you just nearby? I thought I had to make an appointment to invite Director Fang to dinner."
"Oh, it turns out to be brother and sister-in-law. Welcome to Hangzhou. My name is Fang Jianping. I grew up with Qingyan." The man took the initiative to introduce himself. People in the official circle were naturally not afraid of strangers.
"My name is Qin Sheng. This is my girlfriend, Lin Su." Qin Sheng responded. Lin Su smiled and nodded.
Xue Qingyan said angrily, "Others don't know you, but I know you well. Don't show off in front of my brother and sister-in-law. I didn't invite you for dinner today for nothing."
"Well, I knew it was not a good thing. If I knew it, I wouldn't have come." Fang Jianping looked regretful. At the same time, he picked up a crab roe bun and put it into his mouth.
Xue Qingyan said seriously, "It's not that easy to leave. But don't be afraid. It's not a big deal. It's just that my brother and sister-in-law will develop in Hangzhou in the future. I don't stay in Hangzhou anymore. I'm afraid that someone will bully them. I want you to help me take care of them."
"Madam, you don't need me to take care of you. As long as you show off your golden signboard, which idiot in Hangzhou dares to provoke you?" Fang Jianping laughed out loud.
Xue Qingyan snorted and said, "I'm talking to you. Don't interrupt me. If something really happens, I definitely won't need your help."
I think I should take good care of my brother and sister-in-law. If they lose even a strand of hair, you can hold me accountable, okay? "Fang Jianping said firmly. Then he said to Qin Sheng," Brother Qin Sheng, let's exchange phone numbers. You can call me if you need anything. Don't think it's troublesome. Anyway, I owe her a lot, in case she ridicules me in the future. "
Fang Jianping was so proactive and gave him face. Qin Sheng quickly took out his phone and said, "Brother Fang, I'll have to trouble you in the future." "Don't be so polite with me. Treat me as one of our own. Otherwise, your sister will wave at me later." Fang Jianping laughed and said. Then he exchanged phone numbers with Qin Sheng.
Fang Jianping knew Xue Qingyan very well. Since she could not wait to introduce him, it meant that the man in front of him was very important to Xue Qingyan. Moreover, to judge a man, one had to look at the woman beside him. Qin Sheng's girlfriend was an absolute beauty. She did not belong to Xue Qingyan at all. Obviously, this man was not simple.
Unfortunately, Fang Jianping guessed completely wrong. Qin Sheng was really an ordinary f * cking loser …
After breakfast, Fang Jianping hurried to work. He had to accompany the leader to inspect the work later. This absolutely could not be delayed. Before he left, he took the initiative to ask Qin Sheng to have dinner together another day.
Xue Qingyan took Qin Sheng and Lin Su for a walk by the West Lake. Lin Su had been to Hangzhou many times and had visited the West Lake many times. This was only Qin Sheng's second time here.
"Fang Jianping and I have a good relationship. Now he is in the office of the Municipal Public Security Bureau. At the end of the year, he will go to the provincial office to train. His family is in the political and legal system. In the future, you should contact him more often. If there's anything, you can really help. Don't be afraid of trouble and owing favors," Xue Qingyan said without any disguise. Otherwise, she would not have introduced him to Qin Sheng.
Qin Sheng knew what Xue Qingyan meant. With this relationship, it could really be useful at the critical moment. So he nodded and said, "I got it."
"I won't take you around Hangzhou. I have to go back to Shanghai in the afternoon. Lin Su should know Hangzhou better. Anyway, you have nothing to do these two days. Let him take you around," Xue Qingyan said with a smile. Originally, she wanted to have dinner with the man who arranged everything for Qin Sheng, but he did not give her face.
Last night, Qin Sheng called and asked Zhuang Zhou. Zhuang Zhou was afraid of giving himself away, so he politely refused.
After Xue Qingyan left, Lin Su took Qin Sheng to ride the little yellow car and casually strolled around the West Lake. This was the first time that Qin Sheng really felt the atmosphere of this city. Although Hangzhou was a little hot in summer, the scenery was also pleasant.
It was too hot at noon. Qin Sheng and Lin Su were sweating all over, so they went home directly. After taking a bath and taking a nap, Zhuang Zhou called and asked Qin Sheng to meet directly at the West Lake State Guesthouse.
Qin Sheng saw that it was almost time and was ready to leave. Lin Su was very sensible and said that she would not go. She had an appointment with a friend in Hangzhou at night. After disappearing for so long, she had to let everyone know that she was still alive.
Qin Sheng did not insist, so he took a taxi to the West Lake State Guesthouse.
At night, the West Lake was not as lively as during the day. Sitting by the window of the tea room of the West Lake State Guesthouse, enjoying the West Lake in the night, feeling the breeze blowing and drinking West Lake Longjing, it was very comfortable.
Zhuang Zhou arrived in Hangzhou at noon. Qin Changan's friend sent a car to pick him up. They stayed at Meijiawu for the whole afternoon and only changed to the West Lake State Guesthouse in the evening. This was also because Zhuang Zhou was staying here at night.
Cao Da was in his early forties, about the same age as Zhuang Zhou, but more than ten years younger than Qin Changan. Until now, he did not expect to receive a call from Qin Changan. It was really surprising. However, for him, this was like a pie falling from the sky. After all, his relationship with Qin Changan was not that close. If he wanted to jump on Qin Changan's big boat, then he had to do this well.
This was Qin Changan's son, his biological son, not an illegitimate son. It was the first time he heard that Qin Changan had a son. If he could build a good relationship with the Qin Family's Young Master, the Cao Family would also rise in the future.
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