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Chapter 126: Chapter 114: An Unexpected Guest (Please Subscribe!)_1
At this moment, Wang Sheng genuinely felt that there was nothing he could teach Tang Qing. Given his mild relations with the two ’bigwigs’, it felt like he was showing off his skills to an expert when he tried to share his successful life experiences with Tang Qing.
Tang Qing detected the subtle loss in Wang Sheng’s words and said hurriedly, "Uncle Wang, don’t say that. They are all very busy people. How can they have the time to guide me? In the future, I will still need guidance from you."
"Haha, Little Tang, you really have a way with words. I appreciate you more and more." A big laugh from Wang Sheng. This declaration from Tang Qing instantly swept away his feelings of loss and discomfort. Of course, he wouldn\’t let himself be swayed easily by Tang Qing’s flattery. He also understood Tang Qing only meant to comfort him. With the confidence and calmness Tang Qing demonstrated, Wang Sheng knew that even in difficult situations Tang Qing wouldn’t seek his advice. This was not just his intuition as a businessman but also a rational judgment.
If he had achieved this much at his age, he would probably be so proud he couldn’t keep his feet on the ground. It was refreshing to meet such a sensible, capable, well-connected and agreeable young talent.
"Thank you for your appreciation, Uncle." Tang Qing said with a light laugh.
Sitting aside, Shi Lan and Wang Yan couldn’t hide their surprise at the lively conversation. They were surprised by Tang Qing’s wealth, self-confidence, and propriety in conversation. It had given them numerous surprises.
Shi Lan found herself increasingly satisfied with Tang Qing, confirming in her heart that he was the best choice for a son-in-law. She kept serving him food enthusiastically, which made Tang Qing feel a bit uncomfortable.
"Dad, who is Liu Qian?" Wang Yan asked curiously. Shi Lan also looked at her husband curiously. She had been a housewife for a long time and hadn’t paid much attention to the major companies in the province.
Wang Sheng didn’t find this surprising. He himself hadn’t mixed within Liu Qian’s circle, and he had never spoken about it to Shi Lan at home. It was normal for her to not know about Liu Qian. He glanced at Tang Qing and said:
"Liu Qian is the Chairman of the Tianqian Group in the province, a prominent tycoon. I’m not sure about his specific net worth. Perhaps he is not in the top ten, but he is definitely within the top twenty. His main business is real estate. He also manages other service businesses. The only five-star hotel in the city, Tianfu Hotel, is Liu Qian’s property. The Tianqian Group is a real estate leader in the province, with properties developed in every city. He’s extremely influential in the business world and has strong ties with many provincial leaders. He’s much more successful than I am."
After he finished speaking, Wang Sheng glanced at Tang Qing, who seemed calm. This made him even more confused. Tang Qing’s face showed neither pride nor satisfaction after hearing these words. It was clear that Tang Qing already knew about Liu Qian’s achievements but had no regard for them.
Where did this equanimity come from?
Could it be that Tang Qing’s friend was even more powerful than Liu Qian?
Otherwise, why would Tang Qing be so indifferent to Liu Qian’s remarkable net worth and background?
Wang Sheng fell into deep thought. Although he was extremely curious, it seemed inappropriate to ask such private questions.
Of course, Tang Qing knew all this information, but he didn’t show surprise or envy. With the banking system at his disposal, his perspective was several levels higher. Even if Liu Qian’s net worth was in the billions, within ten years, such an amount wouldn’t even constitute a fraction of his wealth. There was simply no reason for him to be surprised.
"He’s so impressive!" Wang Yan exclaimed, covering her small mouth. She was surprised by Liu Qian’s capabilities, not how rich he was, but the fact that Tang Qing was so acquainted with Liu Qian.
"Indeed, he is much more capable than your dad." Wang Sheng said. Then he turned to Tang Qing and said, "Little Tang, you should seize these opportunities well. With so many people helping you, I believe you can definitely achieve a lot. But whatever you do, don’t give up on your academic pursuits, alright? These connects you have are external help, not your solid foundation. Only when you are outstanding yourself and penetrate higher circles can you genuinely stand tall. For instance, being an alumnus of Huaqing University can naturally bring you closer to many influential leaders. Shared tutors and classmates will make your future path much smoother. This is just the tip of the iceberg of the impact of such ’experiences’. Most people can’t comprehend it, but the further up you go, the more you will understand the massive influence of these circles. So, don’t give up the watermelon for a sesame, understand?"
"I understand, Uncle Wang. I won’t give up on my academic pursuits." Tang Qing nodded solemnly. He had a deep understanding of the culture of circles. Of course, it didn’t mean that academic qualifications could determine everything. But if the people in your circle are all corporate executives, elite group general managers, and elites from various industries, the chances of one’s success are much higher than that of others. Especially in the best schools in the country, which are like the hidden dragons and crouching tigers - you never know when they might produce national leaders or several ministers and governors.
That being said, after his rebirth, Tang Qing understood this very well. But he didn’t place too much importance on it. After all, he had a hack in the form of the banking system. The culture of networking is important, but it’s somewhat discounted for him - in the future, he would determine the direction of the world economy, and most people would bow to him. He just needed to walk his path normally without deliberately pursuing relationships.
"Well, if you understand then that’s good. Eat up, have more. Your aunt may be a bit of a ditz, but she is a terrific cook." Wang Sheng said cheerfully. He was quite honest in his words. He always felt it was worth it whenever he thought of his wife’s cooking. Shi Lan seemed to have a talent in this area and everything she cooked was delicious. He just didn’t understand her eccentric tastes.
"What do you mean by slightly dazed? Where am I dazed?" Shi Lan was immediately angered by his words.
"Yeah, yeah, you’re not. Here, dear wife, let me feed you." Wang Sheng hurriedly picked up a piece of meat and fed it to Shi Lan, who obligingly opened her mouth to accept it.
"Hmph", although Shi Lan was ruffled, she enjoyed the affection.
Wang Yan, watching her parents being affectionately playful, couldn’t help but giggle. Her gaze turned to Tang Qing who was attentively eating a crab leg. Her eyes revealed a hint of melancholy, but no one noticed.
"Ding Dong... Ding Dong... Ding Dong..."
Just then, the sound of the standard doorbell echoed from the entrance, causing the group to stop their conversation. Sensing the situation, Wang Yan immediately stood up to answer the door.
However, as soon as she opened the door and saw the figures outside, the smile on Wang Yan’s face instantly disappeared, her expression turning unnatural.
"Yanzi, who is it?" Wang Sheng asked in confusion.
"Old Wang, it’s me."
Before Wang Yan could answer, a familiar voice rang out from the doorway, causing Wang Sheng and Shi Lan to also fall silent, their movements freezing.
A gloomy thought crossed their minds simultaneously.
Upon hearing this name, Tang Qing almost burst out laughing. In his former world, the idiom ’the neighbor’s Old Wang’ had become a deep-seated cliche. It was a reflexive response.
However, Tang Qing’s smile faded as soon as he had a clear view of the two who had entered.
It was actually Xie Wendong.
Obviously, the chubby middle-aged man was his father.
Tang Qing also muttered a curse under his breath, his good mood ruined. Although cursing might be considered impolite, it depended on the individual. The deeds of Xie Wendong made him unable to resist the urge to curse.
"Old Wang, I came uninvited. I didn’t expect you all to be having dinner so early." The chubby middle-aged man greeted Wang Sheng with an even broader smile upon seeing him.
Upon seeing Xie Wendong’s father’s smile, Tang Qing immediately categorized him as a cunning character in his mind.
At his words, Wang Sheng became irritated. They were indeed having dinner a bit earlier than usual. Because their home was always busy, they usually ate late, around eight o’clock. Today, because Tang Qing was at home, they have started eating earlier. He had mentioned this to Xie Wendong’s father only once before, and surprisingly, he still remembered it!
Damn it, you knew you weren’t invited but you still came. You didn’t even bother to call before coming. You seem to be planning on having dinner here too. And look at the bottle of wine you brought; it’s even been opened before! It’s clear that you’re taking me for granted. You don’t really care about manners. Damn it, if it weren’t for the fact that I’m staying low-key and don’t want to use my connections to scare you, I would have stopped paying attention to you a long time ago.
"Er, of course, no, no. Chief Xie, Little Xie, please come in." Wang Sheng had no choice but to stand up, force a smile, and welcome his guests. Shi Lan had no choice but to do the same, but Tang Qing just sat there calmly, not even budging. He wasn’t even putting up a pretense for Xie Wendong and his father. 𝑛𝘰𝑣𝘱𝑢𝑏.𝘤𝑜𝘮
Since you’ve made me unhappy, do you think I should cater to your whims? Dream on.
"Tang Qing?" Xie Wendong finally noticed Tang Qing sitting at the dining table. His attention had been focused on Wang Yan earlier. Now, he realized Tang Qing was there too, and his smile froze instantly. There was a subtle hint of fear and awe in his eyes. After all, he had tried several times to go against Tang Qing, both openly and secretly, but failed miserably every time. These failed attempts have almost led him to develop a psychological shadow.
"Humph."
Tang Qing ignored Xie Wendong, picked up a bite of food for himself, and didn’t even bother to give Xie Wendong a glance.
Xie Wendong’s father directed an inquiring glance at Wang Sheng. Noticing their unexpected visitor, he also realized that the timing of his visit was off. But since he was already here, he had to stay. As for the distanced and hostile attitudes of Tang Qing and his son, he simply ignored them. After all, conflicts among students were pretty normal.
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