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Chapter 675: Chapter 579: Arrive in Beijing, Xiao Xiao’s Showdown (Please subscribe!)_1
September 16th.
Friday.
Eight o’clock in the evening.
Tang Qing and Lin Jiaxue walked out of the Beijing airport hand in hand. Tomorrow is Chai Ren’s wedding, and they both had classes this afternoon, so they could only take the late-night flight. They each had a backpack on, and had not brought bodyguards with them.
As soon as they walked out of the airport,
Tang Qing could see from a distance the person who had come to pick them up.
"Uncle Two."
Tang Qing stepped forward quickly and called out, as did Lin Jiaxue. Tang Kai had taken the flight this morning, bringing two fighters with him. However, only one fighter was with him right now, the other one was in the car parked afar.
Seeing the loving and intimate interaction between the two, and their tight, hand-in-hand grip, Tang Kai was very happy. If Tang Qing were not still a first-year student, he would definitely have urged Tang Qing and Lin Jiaxue to start having kids, to ensure a continuation of the Tang family line.
"Get in the car first. Chai Ren is knee-deep in work today, not having a moment to spare. There’s a ton of important guests from all over the country, a lively bunch. I couldn’t be bothered mingling with them... I wouldn’t recognize a single face amongst them." Tang Kai quipped helplessly as they walked.
Members of large families.
A marriage is indeed troublesome to organize. Those who can attend the wedding are either friends or people of substantial standing. They need to be catered for, regardless of their reasons for attending. Even though the Chai family has many members, the sheer number of guests makes it overwhelming.
"Has Uncle Liu already arrived?" Tang Qing asked naturally about Liu Qian from Qingyan City. Considering that it was Chai Ren’s wedding, Liu Qian would not dare not to attend.
"He was here bright and early this morning, even before I came. He’s currently ingratiating himself with the bigwigs. As you know, it’s not easy for a businessman to operate domestically, so we’ve got to empathize with him," Tang Kai explained.
Tang Qing smiled.
"I understand. Uncle Liu really has it tough. Now that he has become so successful, trying to maintain that success is even harder." Tang Qing was truly sympathetic towards Liu Qian, who was like walking on thin ice as a domestic businessman. Behind his success, lay a great deal of hardship that ordinary people couldn’t begin to fathom.
Humiliating oneself, always smiling, waiting upon others hand and foot, who can really say that they are better off?
Although Liu Qian has backers, those backers could leave at any time. In such a case, he would have to look for new ones, which wouldn’t be an easy task.
Tang Kai kept his business mostly overseas, and so, didn’t feel compelled to join the crowd. As for Tang Qing himself, he really couldn’t think of anyone worth him ingratiating himself to.
One country.
One continent.
He dared to hunt.
What could possibly scare him?
"Get in the car, let’s head to where we are staying. There’s food there, have a good meal. Chai Ren has arranged everything, he’s also there." Tang Kai opened the door to the passenger seat.
"Sure."
Tang Qing and Lin Jiaxue got in the car.
Of course, the car didn’t belong to Tang Kai, as he had flown over from Bangkok. It was Liu Qian’s Rolls-Royce, which had been lent to Tang Kai because Liu Qian couldn’t personally come to pick him up. This morning, Liu Qian had driven this car to the airport to pick him up.
This was the first time Tang Qing had ridden in Liu Qian’s Rolls-Royce, but the feeling didn’t seem to be anything special. The space was just a little bigger, the interior looked a little more sophisticated, and it was just a tad more comfortable, but still, it was not as comfortable as his own sofa.
Tang Qing was considering getting a minivan to try out. It would be spacious, and he could install comfortable chairs himself. It would also be convenient for heading out. This could be a plan to consider.
Seeing Tang Qing looking around, Tang Kai suggested, "Tangtang, do you like this car? Want Uncle Two to buy one for you?"
Tang Qing replied laughingly, "Uncle Two, what would I want with this car? It’s so unsightly and doesn’t suit my age. I like my current car. By the way, didn’t Second Aunt go back to Qingyan City? I sent a modified bullet-proof passenger car over there, it’s very powerful. Even though the domestic safety is assured, I still don’t trust those mass-produced frail things."
"I know, she told me. It was received this morning, is it the same as the one you sent me last time?" Tang Kai thought of the vehicle he had in Bangkok, which was also a gift from Tang Qing.
"It’s the same," Tang Qing nodded.
"That’s great. To be honest, the strength of that car can be compared to an armored car. You’ve now sent two. Do you have enough money? You refuse when I offer to give you money, this kid." Tang Kai complained helplessly. He had tested the bulletproof capabilities of the car and could only say that it was very robust.
This kind of car had been assessed by his professional team, and after considering all the modifications and material costs, one car would cost no less than 8 million RMB, or even higher. In other words, the two cars Tang Qing had gifted him were worth no less than 20 million RMB.
But Tang Qing still refused to accept his money.
That was the reason he had offered to get Tang Qing a Rolls-Royce, as a gift of a million or so wouldn’t make a dent in his net worth. Unfortunately, Tang Qing wouldn’t accept it either. He found it troublesome to deal with a junior who was always asking for money, but also found it troublesome to deal with a junior who refused to accept any money.
"I have enough money, of course. Things are okay domestically, but in Bangkok, it’s best to only drive that car when you go out. Remember, you must let the bodyguard who is my friend drive." Tang Qing advised.
"Why?" Tang Kai curiously asked.
"Because only they know all the functionalities of the vehicle, and they are also professionals at operating it." Could Tang Qing say that only a fighter knows how to trigger the vehicle-mounted weapons system? Obviously, he couldn’t say that.
If Tang Kai knew that the car he was sitting in not only had four pistols, two guns, and a large amount of ammunition but also had mines and a small Gatling gun hidden at the front, he would be shocked.
This is in China, where bodyguards even dare not carry guns.
Knowing that he is driving around a mobile miniature armory all day, it would be strange if his second uncle could stay calm.
After listening.
Tang Kai didn’t ask more, Tang Qing had always been a bit mysterious, and this bodyguard was incredibly strong. Tang Kai was too lazy to think about anything else, anyway, his nephew wouldn’t hurt him.
"Tangtang, I plan to acquire a construction company, and they will be my partners in constructing the buildings you saw last time with Wangsa. Do you want to join in on this? Your second uncle can lend you the money, you have a lot of company expenses." Tang Kai remembered this option of giving money.
Tang Qing was amused by this.
If he was building his own land, he wasn’t really interested, but if his second uncle was willing, why not? After all, the project had to be done by someone.
"Do you have experience with high-rise buildings?" Tang Qing asked directly.
"How do you know about the high-rises?" Tang Kai was stunned. He hadn’t said anything yet. Was it from Sky Eye? It should be, as the operation indeed involved Sky Eye. An acquisition intention had been reached and they would go and see it in a few days.
But Tang Qing’s answer was different from what he had thought.
"Don’t forget, my information sources are wide. I also know about Ling’s business, he is thriving recently, he has solved the fruit wine issue, and his territory has expanded a lot. Congratulations to my second uncle, your future business will get better and better." Tang Qing laughed.
"You know about this too? Tell me more, can I do this business?" Tang Kai was a bit eager to gossip, Tang Qing must have heard this from his friend.
Tang Qing thought for a while, decided to reveal a little to reassure his second uncle, and said: "It can be done, as long as there are no technical issues, with your relationship with Ling, winning the bid is certainly not a problem.
Moreover, the money you earn will not all flow out, which is also what Ling prefers. You can use it to purchase fruit wine and jade. Ling is very determined this time, second uncle, you are going to make a lot of money again."
After hearing Tang Qing’s words, Tang Kai was suddenly relieved: "Hahaha, that’s good, I’m relieved too. How about joining in to make money? You just have to nod, you don’t have to worry about anything, and you don’t have to contribute money."
"Second uncle, I won’t participate. If I really lack money, I will definitely ask you for help. So don’t think about letting me make money, my money is enough to spend, don’t worry." Tang Qing declined again, with such an elder, Tang Qing felt really lucky.
After listening to Tang Qing’s words.
Tang Kai looked disappointed.
He failed to give away money again, an opportunity that others can’t get even if they beg for it was refused by his nephew without even the thought, well, it seemed like he will have to make this money himself, and he will give it to Tang Qing when he lacks money in the future.
"By the way, Tangtang, what else did your friend say? Do you know what Ling and Mian Mie plan to do next? After all, Ling’s power is now too great, I’m a bit worried about this." Tang Kai couldn’t help asking.
Tang Qing looked at his second uncle, hesitated a bit, but still said: "Second uncle, you can rest assured. As far as I know, Ling will soon reach a cooperation with Mian Mie, otherwise, Ling would not be making such a large infrastructure investment.
Ling can definitely handle these things. Second uncle, please keep it a secret. It’s not appropriate to leak it out before Ling and Mian Mie complete their cooperation. You can rest assured that it will not affect your business. Moreover, in this expansion, Second Uncle, you will gain a lot of benefits."
"You know so much? Does your friend know Ling?" Tang Kai questioned.
Tang Qing mysteriously smiled, "Of course, otherwise who would pay attention to the power of a remote region."
"Are they friends?" Tang Kai asked again.
"Yes, they are very close friends." Tang Qing nodded in acknowledgment.
"This... is the exclusive supplier thing..." Tang Kai wasn’t stupid, he quickly figured out the logic, according to the timeline, it is very likely that his exclusive supplier’s qualification is related to Tang Qing, because Tang Qing had met his friend before then.
Thinking about this.
Tang Kai looked at Tang Qing incredulously, waiting for his answer. If it was true, as long as Tang Qing’s friend and Ling continue to maintain a good relationship, no one can take away this cake.
Tang Qing smiled and nodded.
At this moment, Tang Kai felt like a weight had been lifted off his shoulders, he was very relieved.
Tang Qing had silently helped him so much, even his current everything was related to Tang Qing, jade, fruit wine, and several investment projects introduced by Ling. If it weren’t for this connection, he probably would still struggle with the supply of jade and jewelry.
This time, Tang Kai was completely reassured.
They were friends.
All the businesses don’t have to worry about suddenly disappearing like before. The construction tender this time is also the same, Tang Qing said there is no problem, then there is definitely no problem.
