Chapter 580: Chapter 571: Premiere
The relatives outside Ding Qiangās family had some complaints about his approach. After all, they drove people away without getting any compensation.
Fortunately, Ding Qiangās mother and son didnāt say anything, and even Ding Qiangās uncle supported it, feeling quite relieved.
Of course, these were minor reasons. The main reason was that the people who came today were just staff members, and they didnāt have the authority to decide compensation. Since thatās the case, whatās the point of talking to them?
Is this the way to solve issues when not even a decision-maker shows up?
Luckily, these two people were just a small episode and didnāt affect the progress of the funeral.
By noon, some relatives followed the convoy to the crematorium, leaving only some well-connected locals to dig out the grave pit.
As for spending tens of thousands on a cemetery plot? Forget it. For wealthy families, it wouldnāt be a big deal, but given Ding Qiangās current situation, itās better to find a piece of land back home. It wouldnāt cost anything, plus itās convenient for visiting the grave.
Besides, is a cemetery really good? A bunch of people crowded together, rows of tombstones, it just seems cramped.
Going to the crematorium for cremation, then with Du Qiang holding the banner and carrying the photo, the ashes were buried in the afternoon.
At this time, in the back mountain of Ding Qiangās hometown, Su Qing, Wang Xing, and Qin Wei stood at the back watching.
As Ding Qiangās friends, they were considered outsiders. Naturally, the closest relatives were inside, and staying on the edge was not bad, at least it was relaxing.
This funeral was more grand compared to Jiang Yuās from the year before. Fortunately, the young ones didnāt have to worry about the specific procedures.
"Qingzi...when did you learn to bring up people?" At the back, Wang Xing asked in a low voice.
Su Qing was taken aback by the question: "Bring up what people?"
"Donāt pretend. I wanted to ask you earlier. When you sent those two away this morning, didnāt you ask if they knew Wen Jingqi? I heard it. Who is Wen Jingqi?" Wang Xing curiously asked, and even Qin Wei beside him showed a curious expression as well.
Su Qing: ...
"A friend, in the real estate business!"
"Oh, I see. If Iām not mistaken, this Wen Jingqi should be quite influential, right? So you were going to use him to intimidate the other side? I remember when you wanted to deal with Zhang Chaoās family yesterday, you seemed to have called him?" Wang Xing suddenly realized, feeling like he had discovered some secret.
That is, it seemed like their schoolmate, besides his girlfriend who owns a business, also knows other notable people.
Hearing these words, Su Qing couldnāt help but roll his eyes: "Iām afraid of hurting friendly forces accidentally. But you reminded me that I can ask him about it."
The final words were not meant to use the Wen Family to pressure the other side. Old Master Wen and his family might be quite distinguished in Jiang City, but in nearby counties, itās not necessarily the same. After all, he couldnāt just ask everyone he encounters if they know the Wen Family, right?
The main thing is that Wen Jingqi is also in the real estate development business. If they indeed knew each other, acting too rashly wouldnāt be good.
After all, he could handle this matter himself without troubling others, otherwise, he wouldnāt have intentionally said he worked at the Jiangcheng City Public Security Bureau.
If it really comes to a lawsuit, the other side would definitely be cautious. In the worst case, heās still a millionaire-level blogger. With his current financial power, he wouldnāt mind using online public opinion and his resources to drag it out with the other party.
But Wang Xingās words indeed reminded him. Accidents on construction sites require compensation, and Wen Jingqi should have much more experience with this than him.
After all these years, he didnāt believe Wen Jingqiās projects never encountered accidents. Consulting him about compensation matters would give him some clarity, at least to know how much compensation to ask for.
"What the hell? It wasnāt about bringing up people?"
"Get lost, Iām not a thug. Why would I bring up people for nothing? Besides, I can handle it. Let me go back and consult, and have a lawyer ready to proceed with legal action. Meanwhile, I donāt mind amplifying the impact." Su Qing spat.
Regarding a compensation matter, although he hadnāt encountered it before, he wasnāt panicked. Nowadays, with money, is there anything you canāt handle?
Meanwhile, Li Jian and Wang Mountain, the two suited men who visited Ding Qiangās house, were respectfully reporting todayās events to a bald man in his fifties in a model room near an unfinished building.
"President Zhao... their family disagrees with the price. The matter wasnāt settled, mainly because a young man came out and caused trouble, saying they wanted to sue us," the older Li Jian said somewhat sheepishly.
Hearing this, the construction party leader, President Zhao, slammed the table and angrily said: "Useless, two goddamn useless people. What can you handle during the New Year? Canāt even get this done, and you call me? What good are you?"
At his age, Zhao Zhengguo was leading construction projects, often involved in social events. He was joyous during the New Year, so it was impossible not to be angry upon hearing this news.
Facing their leaderās fury, the two didnāt dare to express their anger, showing an expression of admitting their mistakes while actually cursing in their hearts. In that situation, boss, youād struggle too.
After scolding for a while, Zhao Zhengguo took a sip of water and then said in a deep voice: "Are we afraid of them suing us? Damn, giving face but not accepting it. But didnāt they mention how much they wanted?"
Li Jian shook his head: "President Zhao, a young man appeared on their side, didnāt seem ordinary. Knowing we couldnāt make decisions, they didnāt even let us speak..."
Zhao Zhengguo took a deep breath: "Useless! Canāt even handle a young man. But you said heās not ordinary, in what way?"
Li Jian immediately recounted how Su Qing could speak on behalf of Ding Qiangās family, and casually mentioned that Su Qing might not be short of money.
"He also said he works at Jiangcheng City Public Security Bureau and told us to look for him if needed. Oh, President Zhao, before leaving he asked me to pass a message to you, asking if you know Wen Jingqi?"
Upon hearing this, Zhao Zhengguo narrowed his eyes slightly. He didnāt expect the other party to be someone from the public security system.
Under normal circumstances, given the other partyās age, he wouldnāt be afraid even if the person is from the public security system. But since the other party has the confidence to invite them to look for him, perhaps his background really is not simple.
At over fifty, and having reached his level, heās not easy to trick.
"Not quite sure. Iāll ask around later, but as for Wen Jingqi... donāt know him! Alright, weāll revisit this matter in a few days. I need to check it out; if the other party really has influence, then fine. Otherwise... damn it, Iāll show him!"
After saying that, Zhao Zhengguo spat, then opened the door, got into his luxury car, and drove away.
For one, he was in a bad mood. Secondly, his subordinate didnāt handle the situation well, and now thereās this young man with a potential background he needs to investigate.
Times arenāt like they used to be; the higher-ups are cracking down hard. If something really gets exposed, it might affect their projects.
In the afternoon, there was one less person in Ding Qiangās home and a new black and white photo.
A few of them shared a meal in his home, and as it started to get late, Su Qing and the others decided to take their leave.
"Qingzi, why donāt the three of you stay the night? Thereās space at home!" Ding Qiang urged.
Even Ding Qiangās mother was holding onto their hands, persuading them.
"Itās getting late. Come to Jiang City in a few days, and weāll meet again," Su Qing patted Ding Qiang, then looking at Dingās mother said: "Auntie, weāll get going for now. Donāt worry, Iāll definitely come by in a while. After all, Uncleās compensation issue isnāt settled yet. I need to reach out to some people. No need to see us off, go back in!"
Hearing this, the mother and son couldnāt say much more.
"Qingzi... will it be too much trouble?" Ding Qiang hesitated. He didnāt want to trouble his friends, knowing theyāve already helped financially and physically, and now possibly calling in favors for him. Even though their friendship was strong, he felt a bit uneasy.
In response, Su Qing glanced at him and smiled: "Nonsense, trouble or not, itās no big deal, donāt worry. Besides, thatās what friends are for. Alright, take good care of your mom at home; weāll handle the rest."
With that, the three of them got into the car and slowly drove away from Ding Qiangās hometown.
Qin Wei rode in Wang Xingās car, conveniently getting dropped off on the way back while Su Qing drove alone back to Jiang City.
As soon as he got home, he collapsed on the sofa, exhausted to the point he didnāt want to move. These past few days, he was truly worn out.
Although he hadnāt done any physical labor, his energy was drained, having not rested well. So the moment he got home, he felt completely weak.
After lying on the sofa for almost an hour, groggy, he felt his phone vibrating. Taking a look, he saw it was a video call from Shen Yi. Without thinking, he answered it.
The next second, Shen Yiās delicate face appeared on the screen; judging by the background, she seemed to be in a car.
"Hey, little brother, missed your big sis?" As soon as the call connected, Shen Yiās voice came through. Clearly, she was in a good mood.
"I did!" Su Qing replied in a muffled voice, his face still showing signs of exhaustion.
Shen Yi obviously didnāt miss this and asked: "Whatās wrong? Not feeling well? You seem really busy these past few days?"
"No, itās just a friend came back, and we had a gathering. Lots of things going on, a bit tired!"
He didnāt elaborate on what he had been doing these past few days, as Shen Yi didnāt know Ding Qiang, so explaining wouldnāt matter.
Though Shen Yi sensed something off, she didnāt show it on her face, instead smiling as she said: "Naughty brother, you havenāt forgotten today is the premiere of āWandering Earthā, have you? Even though Iām not by your side, if you want, we could go to the cinema together! Iāll watch it with you from here. How about it?"
Upon hearing this, Su Qing was taken aback. Is it being released today? He had been so busy he forgot. After thinking for a moment, he shook his head: "Letās wait till youāre back, and weāll go watch it together. Iām too lazy to move!"
Shen Yi didnāt push, and after some more banter, they hung up, and she immediately called Wen Nanqing.
"Hey, Sister Qing, are you free? If not, why donāt you go check on my man?"
The landlady: ???
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