The Storm Has Passed
The Planning Commission Compound in Sanlihe was one of the most famous compounds in Beijing in the last century. Many leaders had been born and raised there, and many of them had started their careers there. Although it had gradually disappeared in history, the people who came from there were still active in Beijing, and most of them were in high positions.
Jiang Zhili claimed to be Qin Sheng's childhood playmate. Of course, he was also born in the Planning Commission Compound, which was a small society with all kinds of facilities, so there were many children there. Jiang Zhili and Qin Sheng used to be in the same group. Their families were close, and their parents were close, so they often played together. Of course, there were many other people.
Qin Sheng disappeared and his mother passed away. From then on, the Qin Family had moved away from the Courtyard of the Planning Commission. Since then, they had lost contact with the Qin Family. It was not until Qin Changan broke out and reached the peak of his life that the Jiang Family and the Qin Family got in touch again. However, it was not like before. Jiang Zhili had no contact with the Qin Family.
Some time ago, when Jiang Zhili heard that Qin Sheng had returned to Beijing, he did not quite believe it. Even though someone had given him a photo, he did not think that it was possible for a person who had disappeared for more than 20 years to suddenly reappear, even though the rumors were quite convincing.
However, Jiang Zhili didn't expect to see Qin Sheng here today. Qin Sheng looked exactly the same as in the photo. When Qin Sheng sat behind Chang Xinyi, Jiang Zhili was almost sure that it was him. In addition, he had asked Qin Sheng tentatively just now. From Qin Sheng's behavior, he could tell that this was his childhood playmate.
At this moment, Qin Sheng had come to his senses. No wonder he didn't know this man. Jiang Zhili thought he was his childhood playmate in Beijing. This was interesting. A few days ago, he met his childhood playmate in the village, and today, he met his childhood playmate in the Planning Commission Compound. He didn't know who he would meet next.
Jiang Zhili said cheerfully, "I guess you can't remember what happened when you were a kid for a while. But it's okay. If you don't believe me, you can ask Uncle Qin or Sister Ran Ran later. Then you'll know."
"I have some impression, but it's definitely not the current you," Qin Sheng replied politely and honestly.
Jiang Zhili laughed and said, "I didn't expect that. I thought we would never meet again in this life. I didn't expect that we would have a chance. Life is really unpredictable. Anyway, Qin Sheng, I'm glad to see you again. "
Jiang Zhili appeared to be very excited, while Qin Sheng was somewhat at a loss. Perhaps it was difficult for him to find the crux of their relationship. However, he still said politely, "Me too. It's just that I've lost too much of my memory."
Jiang Zhili said with a smile, "It's okay. You'll remember it slowly. Why don't we find a quiet place to talk?"
Qin Sheng agreed with a smile. However, because Chang Xinyi said that they could not leave the banquet, Qin Sheng could only find a remote place to talk with Jiang Zhili in the hall. Now that he was in a high position in CITIC Bank, he could attend this event today. Of course, he was also qualified to attend this event.
By the window of the banquet hall, Qin Sheng and Jiang Zhili did not drink. They just casually talked about the trifles of their childhood. Basically, Jiang Zhili was the one talking and Qin Sheng was the one listening. Qin Sheng casually asked Jiang Zhili why he attended this event. Jiang Zhili replied with a smile. Those who could attend this event were either leaders of the financial system or executives of the two major groups. He belonged to CITIC Bank and was currently working in the risk management committee of the headquarters of CITIC Bank. However, Jiang Zhili said that he was just there for show. He used to work in the headquarters of CITIC Securities and would probably return to the CITIC Group soon.
Qin Sheng thought about it and agreed. Since Jiang Zhili was also from the Planning Commission like him, it was obvious that his family background was not simple. Otherwise, how could he be in a high position in the banking system at such a young age? After all, finance was the top of all the industry chains.
Jiang Zhili said casually, "Your Chang 'an Group attaches great importance to this event and sends such powerful executives to attend. Even you are here. Our CITIC Group seems to be a bit low-key."
Hearing Jiang Zhili's words, Qin Sheng seemed to know something. He was trying to figure out the deeper meaning of this event, so he said on purpose, "Who knows? A simple event is so grand. I don't even know what I'm doing here. I'm just a bystander."
Jiang Zhili frowned slightly and asked subconsciously, "You really don't know?"
Qin Sheng said honestly, "How could I lie to you?" Who knew what was going on? If the old man didn't tell him, and Aunt Chang didn't tell him, it would take him forever to figure it out.
Jiang Zhili was dubious. If he guessed correctly, this should be the most important event of the Chang 'an Group in the past six months. It was not that this event was very important. In fact, compared with the previous events of the Chang' an Group, it was not worth mentioning at all. After all, the Chang 'an Group was the major shareholder of several big banks and real estate companies, not to mention the insurance industry of the Chang' an Group. However, this was a special period.
Jiang Zhili said meaningfully, "Qin Sheng, maybe you don't understand. Maybe you just came back to Beijing and don't know some rules. Some things are actually the most important on the surface, such as today's event. This event is actually very ordinary, but the credit granting ceremony is not simple. It is not only a ceremony, but also a signal to the outside world. This signal is more important than anything else. This signal is confidence. To be frank, maybe you know better than me what the Chang 'an Group has been going through these days. I'm afraid that everyone is staying away from the Chang' an Group. However, at this critical moment, the CITIC Group reached an agreement with the Chang 'an Group and gave the Chang' an Group a credit of tens of billions. After hearing this news, people who have a real sense of politics will immediately read the deeper meaning, that is, the Chang 'an Group is safe and sound. "
Hearing the last sentence, Qin Sheng suddenly came to his senses. It seemed that what Jiang Zhili said was true. No wonder so many executives from both sides attended today, and the old man even asked him to attend. This was the real intention.
Qin Sheng stood there in a daze. Jiang Zhili thought that Qin Sheng did not believe what he said, so he continued to explain, "If you didn't leave Beijing when you were a child, you would also understand this truth after being immersed in this big environment for more than 20 years. Which group at the top of the pyramid doesn't have a sense of politics? I don't want to talk about the Chang 'an Group, but our CITIC Group is a state-owned enterprise. Everything has to follow the rules. If there is no order from the top, do you think we dare to mess around during this period? We can't wait to be as far away from you as possible. If we get involved in any trouble, we may get into trouble. No one can bear this responsibility. "
At this time, Qin Sheng came to his senses and also understood what Jiang Zhili meant. He thanked him sincerely and said, "Zhili, thank you very much. After your explanation, I finally understand."
For Jiang Zhili, it was just a piece of cake. He chuckled and said, "It's just a small thing. Don't mention it. You have experienced a lot and seen a lot. You will naturally understand."
Qin Sheng smiled and nodded. "Anyway, I still have to thank you. I will treat you to dinner some other day."
Jiang Zhili took the opportunity to say, "Don't wait for another day. We have been separated for more than 20 years. It is fate that we can meet again today. Tonight, I will be the host. Let's find a place to have a few drinks. Then, we will gather all our old friends. I guess you have forgotten everyone. But when they talk about you, they will be very happy."
To be honest, Qin Sheng still did not know Jiang Zhili well. In this environment, he had to be wary of everyone. So he did not dare to agree easily.
Jiang Zhili did not think so much. At least now, he just felt that it was rare for him to meet his childhood playmates again and they should celebrate. Besides, Qin Sheng's identity was a person that he must win over. So he said, "Don't refuse. Let's take a step back. In the future, you will definitely be in the big circle of Sijiu City. I think you know better than me what kind of background our Courtyard has and how many leaders have come out of it. Those childhood playmates are now on the road of life. In the future, we can help each other, don't you think so?"
Qin Sheng thought for a while and it seemed to be true. He had to manage his own circle. After hesitating for a while, he said, "Okay, I will listen to you. Let's get together tonight."
The party was very simple, so it ended soon. Qin Sheng and Jiang Zhili exchanged contact information. Then, they left by car with Chang Xinyi and the others to go back to the group.
When Jiang Zhili returned to the headquarters, a leader asked him to get in his car. In the car, he asked casually, "Zhili, who is the young man you chatted with? I think he has a good relationship with Chang Xinyi."
Jiang Zhili had a good relationship with this leader, who was one of his current backers in the headquarters. Of course, this leader was also his grandfather's student. So he answered frankly, "Uncle Jia, you have a good eye. That young man is not an ordinary person. He is the prince of the Chang 'an family, the only son of Qin Changan."
The middle-aged man, who was called Uncle Jia by Jiang Zhili, said thoughtfully, "I see."
When Qin Sheng returned to the office, Wei Xiaoxia had just finished her lunch and was resting in Zi. Yan Pan followed Qin Sheng to the China World Hotel. Qin Sheng called his sister as soon as he entered the door. After asking about her normally, he said, "Sister, I went to the China World Hotel to attend an event today. My father asked me to go."
Qin Ran, who was about to take a nap, smiled and said, "I know. Xiao Yuxin told me."
"You are close to her?" Qin Sheng was a little surprised. He did not expect that Xiao Yuxin would tell his sister about it. It was a little unexpected.
Qin Ran said happily, "Not bad. I am quite familiar with the director, so I know our father's movements more or less."
"Oh, I see." Qin Sheng nodded and said, "Sister, you should know the meaning of this event. Our group and my father are all right, right?"
"Tut, tut, tut. I didn't expect my brother to be smarter than I thought. He figured it out so quickly." Qin Ran was very surprised. Then she said, "Sort of. It should be fine in a short time. The biggest crisis has passed."
Qin Ran said it so casually, but what she had experienced during this period was not something that outsiders could know. Qin Sheng felt a sense of helplessness again. The crisis came suddenly, and he did not notice it. The crisis left quietly, and he did not notice it either. It seemed that everything had nothing to do with him.
Was the crisis over?
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