August 8th, 8pm.
The National Stadium.
As 29 huge footprints appeared in the sky above Beijing, the 2008 Olympic Games officially began.
Screams could be heard everywhere at the venue.
There were more than 90,000 spectators, and there were no empty seats.
The countdown resounded throughout the Bird's Nest, and the Chinese people's sense of honor reached its climax at this moment.
…
In the seats.
Li Dong also shouted, "3 … 2 … 1!"
Li Dong also felt his blood boiling when the 2,008 musicians hit the drum and sang.
In his previous life, he had watched the live broadcast of the opening ceremony of the Olympic Games on the Internet.
But at that time, he was not there. He only felt a little excited, but not as hot-blooded as he was now.
The word "sense of national honor" usually sounded hollow.
But at this moment, Li Dong really felt proud.
No matter how much he complained, no matter how much he cursed, no matter how much darkness there was in this society.
But at this moment, he could forget all of that!
The Olympic Games might not represent anything, but it was also proof that Hua Xia was going global.
No one did not want their country to prosper. Some people said that the Olympic Games cost a lot of money and manpower …
In Li Dong's opinion, it was worth it!
This was a chance to show off to the world, and also a chance to prove himself to the world.
This was how the cohesion of a nation was built up bit by bit.
The pride of a nation was also cultivated bit by bit through such a major event.
It was not ancient times anymore. At that time, the Hua Xia people dominated the world and did not need to prove anything to others.
But now, even if everyone did not admit it, they knew in their hearts that Hua Xia was still not strong enough in the world.
Using the Olympic Games to prove their strength and make the people more confident was actually a success.
…
When a huge painting was hung in the air, Li Dong leaned over to Shen Qian and said loudly, "Do you think I can buy this painting?"
Shen Qian was speechless and said with a smile, "You're thinking too much!"
"I'm the richest man in the world!"
"Even if you're the richest man in the world, it's not for sale!"
"I don't believe it!"
"There's nothing you can do if you don't believe it, unless you buy a replica. The real thing must be collected."
"…"
The conversation between the two was gradually drowned out by the loud cheers.
…
The opening ceremony didn't end until 11 o 'clock.
When he came out of the nest, Li Dong felt like he was going deaf.
The Chinese were too passionate.
Especially in his area, there were a few women whose screams were comparable to sonic weapons, causing Li Dong to have a headache.
Of course, a headache aside, Li Dong was in a good mood.
When Liu Qing died at noon, although he didn't seem to care too much, he was still a little depressed.
That night, he shouted for a while, but when he was hit by everyone's enthusiasm, all his inhibitions were gone.
Squeezing out of the crowd, Li Dong was already drenched in sweat, and Shen Qian was almost the same.
As the night breeze blew, Li Dong felt refreshed all over.
Shen Qian was about to speak when her phone vibrated.
Shen Qian picked up the phone and looked at it. Then she answered the call. "Dad, you haven't rested yet?"
"…"
"Oh, got it."
"…"
After chatting for a while, Shen Qian hung up.
Seeing this, Li Dong said, "Uncle Du?"
"Yes."
"What did he say?"
Shen Qian glanced at him. After a while, she coughed and said, "He asked you to go to the parking lot to meet him. He hasn't left yet."
"Huh? Meet me? "
Li Dong scratched his head and said dryly, "It's already so late. It's not appropriate, right?"
Shen Qian shrugged and said helplessly, "It's fine if you don't want to go. Anyway, I've already told him. But don't worry, there are so many people here. My dad won't beat you up."
Li Dong didn't know whether to laugh or cry. Beat me up? Does the old man have to be so ruthless?
Whether he was willing or not, Du Anmin had already said it, and Li Dong couldn't refuse.
Nodding, Li Dong said, "Then I'll go. Which parking lot?"
"Over there."
Shen Qian pointed in a direction. The security there was very strict. Obviously, it was not a place ordinary people could go.
There were many VIPs attending the opening ceremony tonight. Of course, they would not leave with ordinary people.
Previously, Du Anmin didn't come, and Li Dong didn't see him. Now, it seemed that Du Anmin should also be at the opening ceremony.
…
When Li Dong walked over, Du Anmin's secretary was already waiting.
Even so, Li Dong was still checked by the security before he was allowed to enter.
There were not many cars in the parking lot, only two or three.
When Li Dong walked in with the secretary, a car happened to be driving out.
Probably because the car saw Li Dong, the car window rolled down slowly. An old man in the back seat smiled at Li Dong.
Li Dong hurriedly bowed in response. The two did not speak, and the car quickly drove away.
It was not until the car left that Li Dong heaved a sigh of relief. The person who greeted him was Zhou Yue's grandfather, Old Master Zhou.
The Zhou family had always been kind to Li Dong. Although Li Dong had never seen Old Master Zhou in person, he had paid attention to news about him.
He did not expect that the two of them would meet for the first time here.
It was not easy to talk just now. Otherwise, Li Dong would have to thank Old Master Zhou for helping him a few times.
…
When Li Dong walked to Du Anmin's car, Old Master Zhou was also thinking in the car.
There was someone else in that place just now.
Du Anmin had always been a low-key and introverted person.
If he really wanted to see Li Dong, there was no need to ask Li Dong to meet him there. He could have met him anywhere. He could have even brought him home.
But Du Anmin did not choose any other place. He just waited there.
Old Master Zhou thought for a while and could not help but laugh.
It seemed that Du Anmin was in a bad mood and was trying to show off to others.
Although Li Dong was not his son-in-law, he could be considered his son-in-law now.
Du Anmin had been preparing for the Olympic Games and did not have time to care about Li Dong. In the end, there was a lot of trouble.
Now that the Olympic Games had officially started, Du Anmin was free to deal with it.
Although Du Anmin was only the Mayor of Beijing and had not even entered the top management, everyone knew that it was only a matter of time.
If he really wanted to go against Du Anmin, he had to consider the consequences.
Old Master Zhou smiled and did not mind it too much. After all, it had nothing to do with him.
…
In the carpark.
When Li Dong arrived, Du Anmin wound down the car window and said, "Get in!"
Li Dong quickly opened the car door and got in. He smiled and said, "Uncle Du, it's so late. Why haven't you gone back to rest?"
"There's no rush."
Du Anmin glanced at him, took out a cigarette from his pocket, and lit it up. Then, he started to smoke.
Li Dong scratched his head. Old Du's attitude was not friendly at all.
Du Anmin took a puff of the cigarette and said, "You're going to Jiangcheng?"
"Yes."
"Stupid!"
Du Anmin snorted coldly and said with a frown, "Is putting yourself in danger something you should do?"
"But if I don't go, what if he escapes again?"
Li Dong clenched his teeth and said with some anger, "I was forced to do this because I had no other choice. It's been so many days and we still haven't caught him. My parents are still in Pingchuan. If something happens to them, who will give me a chance? I won't be putting myself in danger if I go to Jiangcheng. I'm confident. "
"Confident?"
Du Anmin said angrily, "Confidence is that you were almost shot! I call you stupid, but you refuse to admit it.
Young and impetuous, you don't use your brain before doing things.
Do you think Liu Qing has a chance of leaving Jiangcheng?
Once you post on Weibo, Liu Qing will be found sooner or later. Once he's found, he's dead meat. There won't be a second time.
"I was too busy with the Olympics previously and didn't have time to care about you guys.
"Look at you guys. First, you angered Elder Sun, then you caused trouble at the foundation.
"Look at you now. You're the leader of a billion-dollar corporation. How bold and powerful do you think you are?
"Think twice before you do anything in the future. You're not running a small workshop now. Do you understand what I mean?"
Li Dong said dryly, "I understand. But I really have no choice this time. "I suspect that someone is trying to kill me on purpose. Don't you think I'm wronged? "I'm the richest man in the world. Far away, I've supported more than a hundred thousand people and paid tens of billions in taxes every year. "Now, even my life is not under my control. How can people live in this day and age?"
Du Anmin glanced at him and snorted. "Aren't you still alive and well? Things aren't as complicated as you think. "If someone really wanted to kill you, would you still be alive now? "I'm just using someone else's power to scare you. "Do you believe that Liu Qing will be caught before you reach Jiangcheng?"
"I do, but I don't dare to take the gamble."
"This isn't a gamble." Du Anmin shook his head and didn't say anything else.
"Liu Qing wasn't caught because someone felt that Li Dong's safety was still guaranteed.
If someone was willing to jump out, then let him jump and see.
In the end, Li Dong didn't feel at ease and insisted on finding the person and killing him. Naturally, there was no more.
Du Anmin didn't say much about this. This was actually a gamble.
Of course, compared to Li Dong, he was just a chess piece in this game. It was normal for him to feel insecure.
Du Anmin pondered for a moment and continued, "This won't happen a second time. Don't continue to cause trouble. Do your business well. The world isn't as dark as you think. "
"It depends. I'm not the one causing trouble. It's the other way around. "I'm acting like someone's grandson now. Even so, there are still people who won't let me off. Uncle Du, who do you think I can complain to? Don't tell me that being rich is also a sin? "
Li Dong looked aggrieved, but Du Anmin snorted.
Who are you acting like a grandson?
If you were really acting like a grandson, there wouldn't be so many problems now.
This kid was too unyielding. That was why there was so much trouble now.
"You're too extreme." Although that was what Du Anmin said, there was still a trace of coldness in his eyes. After a while, he said, "Let's not talk about anything else. This matter ends here. Leave the capital as soon as possible. Every time you come, you have to cause some trouble. Don't go too far. Don't think that causing trouble is a good thing. Once or twice is an accident. If it happens too many times, people will be unhappy. "
Li Dong pursed his lips and didn't say anything. Am I purposely causing trouble?
Every time I come to the capital, there will be people provoking me in advance.
However, there wasn't much meaning in saying this to Du Anmin.
Old Du's perspective was different from his. In Old Du's view, some things were harmless.
But in Li Dong's view, some things couldn't be left unchecked.
Old Du was willing to protect Li Dong, but he was a little far away and his influence couldn't go beyond the capital.
If he wanted to settle down, he still had to rely on himself.
Du Anmin could also guess Li Dong's thoughts.
Seeing that he didn't say anything, Du Anmin said tiredly, "Anyway, just be careful. How can you not be wronged when doing business?
Whether it's business or anything else, there will always be times when you can't do what you want.
It's not just you. Most people in this world are the same.
Who doesn't want to settle debts and grudges?
But what about after settling debts and grudges?
Compromise is also an art. What's hard is easy to break. The foundation's matter was handled well.
The Sun family's side is a little obvious.
After all, the old man is old. There's nothing to lose if he goes along.
Even if you don't admit it, the old man might not remember it. "
"Cough cough …"
Li Dong couldn't help but cough. Damn, when did Old Du learn to joke?
Du Anmin glanced at him and said calmly, "Don't think that I'm joking. Go back and think about it. Finally, don't do risky things next time. It's fine if you take risks. I'm mainly worried about Qianqian. Alright, go back. "
Du Anmin waved his hand. Obviously, he didn't want to talk to him anymore.
Li Dong originally wanted to say a few more words, but seeing that Du Anmin was chasing him away, he could only get out of the car.
Du Anmin didn't say anything else. He extinguished his cigarette and asked the driver to drive away.
It was not until he left that Li Dong shook his head and left.
Just as the two of them left, the last car in the parking lot also left slowly.
…
Li Dong, who had just walked out of the parking lot, also heard the sound of the car engine.
Turning his head to take a look, Li Dong smiled and didn't look any further.
At first, he really thought that Old Du was looking for him because of the matter in Rivertown.
But thinking about it, he had nothing to do. Old Du wouldn't be so free to say a few more words to him.
When he saw that there were other cars, Li Dong roughly understood.
Although he understood, in fact, Li Dong was a little helpless.
In fact, he didn't really want Old Du to come out. Yes, you did shock many people. But the key was that this wasn't Li Dong's purpose.
Could it be that he was putting on a brave and ruthless front just so that Old Du would step forward to intimidate others?
If that was the case, he would have asked for help long ago.
In fact, Li Dong didn't really want to get involved in politics. This was also his original idea. Shen Qian was Shen Qian, and Du Anmin was Du Anmin. The two sides couldn't mix too much.
But now, it seemed that he and Du Anmin were almost bound.
There were pros and cons to this matter. Li Dong didn't know whether there were more pros or cons.
In fact, Li Dong had a rough idea. Even if Du Anmin didn't come out, he would still be bound.
Unless he gave up on Shen Qian now, it was inevitable.
Thinking of this, Li Dong sighed.
Nothing could be controlled!
But this was good. At least no one would dare to play dirty tricks in the future.
When he returned to the original place, Shen Qian was already waiting in the car.
Seeing that Li Dong was back, Shen Qian quickly asked, "What did my dad say?"
"He said don't go home at night. It's too troublesome to go back and forth."
Shen Qian suddenly rolled her eyes. There was no time for him to be serious.
Li Dong smiled and got in the car. Then he said, "Nothing much. He just cares about me. It makes me feel embarrassed."
"I'll be a fool if I believe you!"
"Forget it if you don't believe me."
Li Dong laughed, yawned and said, "Let's go back to the hotel first. I have to hurry tomorrow. I have to rest for a while after I'm done with my work. I can't take it anymore."
"You say that every time. Every time after a few days of rest, you worry about the company. I think you can't stay idle."
"People are so unreasonable. I can't help it." Li Dong sighed.
Shen Qian ignored him and continued to drive quietly.
Li Dong also didn't say anything. He was physically and mentally exhausted during this period. Fortunately, the matter was almost resolved.
As for Old Du, since he couldn't cut it, so be it.
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