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Old Master Yan's connections over the years gave the Yan family an absolute influence in the Bund. Although they were not the leaders, not everyone dared to offend them. Those who could be friends with the Yan family were all influential figures. They naturally looked down on people like Zhao Dongsheng. To put it bluntly, what value did Zhao Dongsheng have to the Yan family?
Zhou Wenwu was favored by the Yan family because of his father's relationship with the Yan family. The Yan family had never mistreated meritorious officials and elders. These years, Zhou Wenwu relied on the Yan family's protection and had a good time in the Bund. He also knew how to conduct himself and fawned on the elders of the Yan family. He greeted them during festivals and gave them gifts. As long as he did not go overboard, the Yan family would turn a blind eye. However, Yan Chaozong did not like him, so he did not let Old Master Yan know about this. However, he still had to investigate as it concerned the Yan family's reputation.
As for whether or not they would be able to find the ultimate murderer, that was unknown.
After Zhou Wenwu's death, the pressure on Qin Sheng was greatly reduced. The crisis was half resolved. Without Zhou Wenwu's protection, Zhao Dongsheng did not dare to act rashly.
Han Bing's safety was now in Hao Lei's hands. He and Chang Baji started to follow Zhao Dongsheng around the clock and got to know Zhao Dongsheng's daily routine very well. However, Chang Baji suggested that they should wait and see before taking any action.
However, these few days, Zhao Dongsheng basically did not go out. He was either at home or at the club. This made Qin Sheng and Chang Baji very confused.
It happened to be the weekend. Since Qin Sheng returned to Shanghai, Lin Xin had only seen him once. She had called several times to ask him out, but Qin Sheng had rejected her with the excuse that he was too busy recently. Lin Xin was full of resentment. When she called again, Qin Sheng did not dare to reject her. Now that the crisis was over, he had time to accompany Lin Xin. If he rejected her again, he was afraid that this girl would blacklist him.
Qin Sheng drove to Fudan University to pick up Lin Xin. She was already waiting at the school gate. As a famous beauty in Fudan University, many people knew Lin Xin. After all, social networks were very developed nowadays.
When Qin Sheng arrived at the gate of Fudan University, he met Tan Zhen, the rich man who had confessed to Lin Xin. They did not become lovers, but it did not mean that they could not become friends, at least on the surface.
Lin Xin and Qin Sheng stood together. Tan Zhen had just finished eating with his classmates. It was somewhat awkward. Not to mention there was a Mercedes-Benz S400 parked next to them. Some students were already staring at Lin Xin with disdain.
Qin Sheng did not want Xin Xin to be wronged. Hence, after Tan Zhen and Xin Xin greeted each other awkwardly, Qin Sheng walked over slowly. He put his arm around Tan Zhen's shoulder and walked to the side. He handed Tan Zhen a cigarette. Tan Zhen did not stand on ceremony.
"Your name is Tan Zhen?" Qin Sheng asked casually.
After all, he was a student. He could not keep his cool in front of Qin Sheng. Moreover, he had been slapped in the face by Qin Sheng last time. He said very impolitely, "Hehe, I am Tan Zhen. What's the matter?"
"Do you like Lin Xin?" Qin Sheng continued to ask. There was no lack of flower protectors around any beauty. Some men would just laugh when they were rejected, while others might be jealous. Qin Sheng did not know if Tan Zhen was the former or the latter. But judging from his appearance, he did not seem to be the latter. Xin Xin was more innocent. If she was hated by others in school, she would easily be at a disadvantage. So Qin Sheng wanted to test Tan Zhen.
In Tan Zhen's eyes, Qin Sheng was his rival in love. He would not be polite to his rival in love. He said coldly, "Whether I like Lin Xin or not has nothing to do with you. Even if you have Lin Xin, there is no need to show off in front of me. You just drive a Mercedes-Benz. Do you think you are very rich?"
"Are you sure you want to talk to me like this?" Qin Sheng found it funny.
Tan Zhen smiled sarcastically. "Why? Do I have to kowtow to you and become sworn brothers?"
"Do you think I am Lin Xin's boyfriend?" Qin Sheng teased.
Tan Zhen did not understand. He frowned and said, "What do you mean?"
"I am Lin Xin's cousin," Qin Sheng said unhurriedly.
After he said this, Tan Zhen did not seem to react. He stood rooted to the ground and stared at Qin Sheng with a confused look. His face showed surprise, annoyance, surprise, and happiness.
After a long time, when Tan Zhen came back to his senses, he was like a chameleon. He shouted with a face full of flattery and regret, "Cousin, I was wrong. I was really wrong. You are a big man, don't lower yourself to my level."
Xin Xin, who was not far away, did not understand what Qin Sheng and Tan Zhen had to talk about. Why did he not let her go over? Tan Zhen's friends were even more confused. How could Tan Zhen and his rival in love have such a good chat? Could it be that the two of them were brothers-in-law?
"Your attitude is not bad." Qin Sheng patted Tan Zhen's shoulder and said with a look that said, "Can you answer my question now? Do you really like Lin Xin?"
"Cousin, brother, my dear brother, I really like Lin Xin. I have liked her for two years," Tan Zhen bowed to show his loyalty.
Qin Sheng nodded silently and said, "Lin Xin's family has some changes. She only wants to study hard during university and doesn't want to be in a relationship. So you know what I mean. But if you perform well, I can help you."
"Brother, tell me, what do you want me to do?" Tan Zhen was smart and immediately understood what he meant. Compared to other pursuers, he was obviously far ahead of them now.
Qin Sheng said calmly, "There's nothing for you to do. Just help me take care of Lin Xin at school. Later, leave me my phone number. If anything happens to her, inform me at any time."
"Brother, don't worry. I know what to do." Tan Zhen nodded heavily.
Qin Sheng let go of Tan Zhen and said, "Alright, remember what I said. But don't let Lin Xin know. There's nothing else. You go do what you need to do. I'll go out with her."
After saying that, Qin Sheng returned to Lin Xin's side. Under Lin Xin's puzzled gaze, he pulled her into the car and left. Tan Zhen, who was behind, shouted, "Brother, drive slowly."
Tan Zhen's friends were confused. They did not know what was going on.
On the way to New World, Lin Xin pouted and kept staring at Qin Sheng. Qin Sheng could not stand it anymore. He laughed and said, "Xin Xin, what are you doing?"
"Tell me honestly. What did you say to Tan Zhen?" Lin Xin questioned.
Qin Sheng promised to go shopping with her. Lin Xin had been preparing for a long time. It took her an hour to choose clothes and put on makeup. In the end, she chose the simplest white T-shirt and half-skirt. Her long hair fluttered in the wind and was full of youthfulness. No matter who saw it, they would feel relaxed and happy.
Qin Sheng deliberately kept her in suspense. "Nothing much. I just warned him that you don't want to be in a relationship during your time in university. I told him not to harass you. If he really likes you, he can wait until after graduation."
"Is that really all?" Lin Xin obviously did not believe Qin Sheng and asked suspiciously.
Qin Sheng gritted his teeth and said, "Absolutely, I'm not lying to you."
"The second question, what have you been doing since you came back to Shanghai? You only went to see me once. I called you so many times, but you only picked up three or four times. You even rejected me. I'm very unhappy. You're my brother." Lin Xin obviously did not intend to let him off so easily today. She asked relentlessly, "You're my brother."
Qin Sheng replied while driving, "My dear lady, I'm already 25 or 26. If I don't earn money, how am I going to get a wife? I can't be a bachelor for the rest of my life. I'll be beaten to death by your parents."
"Then where are you working now? What do you do?" Lin Xin continued to ask. She really wanted to get to the bottom of it.
Qin Sheng had already thought of a countermeasure. He deliberately sighed and said, "I'm working as the boss's assistant in a company. I wake up early and work late. I'm almost exhausted. This car belongs to the boss. I've taken leave today. Shanghai is so big. It's not easy to live. I don't know when I can buy a house in Shanghai and marry a wife. I still have to save up for your dowry. "
"Really?" It had to be said that Qin Sheng's acting was really good. Although it was not Oscar-level, it was definitely better than those little fresh meats on the screen. Lin Xin really believed him. She said with some grievance, "Brother, I'm sorry. I've wronged you. You don't have to save up for my dowry. I have to earn money by myself after I graduate."
"Don't think so much. Study hard. I'll pay for your living expenses and tuition fees in the future. I've already told Auntie Wang. This is what I should do." Qin Sheng did not lie this time. He told her the truth. The Lin Family was not in a good situation now. They had spent all their money on Uncle Lin's matter. Auntie Wang was not in good health and needed money to see a doctor. As a member of the Lin Family, he naturally had to share the burden.
Lin Xin was completely touched. She shook her head and said, "Brother, it's okay. I can work by myself and earn my living expenses. You used to be like this too. I don't want you to be so tired."
"Silly girl, you're a girl, not a boy. If you were a boy, I would definitely not care about you. Moreover, you still have me as your brother. These are all things that a brother should do, unless you don't recognize me as your brother," Qin Sheng said angrily.
Lin Xin quickly said, "Brother, I didn't mean that."
"Then listen to me. Although I don't have a lot of money now, I can still earn some. If you don't feel comfortable, then study hard. When you graduate and earn money, you can pay me back. Is that okay?" Qin Sheng said softly, which also comforted Xin Xin.
Lin Xin's eyes were red. She bit her lips and said, "Brother, you're so good to me."
"Silly girl, although we're not biological siblings, I grew up in the Lin Family. I've long regarded Uncle Lin and Auntie Wang as my biological parents. I also regard you as my biological sister. I'll remember your kindness to me. Now it's time for me to pay you back. No matter what happens in the future, you have to remember that you still have a brother. He will definitely protect you and not let anyone bully you," Qin Sheng said firmly.
This was a vow he made a long time ago. So when the Lin Family was in trouble, he was not in Xi 'an. This was something he had always felt guilty about.
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