Chapter 616: Chapter 607: Zhang Yongcai Wants to Meet
Su Qing wasnât interested in the mess of Zhang Chaoâs family affairs, but he still had to meet them. Besides, he was still involved in the matter, spending real money.
That 500,000 yuan was just part of it. To keep things going, the money canât stop on his end. Otherwise, who will do things for you?
After Wen Jingqiâs advice, he knew that this method could be used, but not for long. Itâs not about the money, but itâs not worth it.
Who can keep doing things that just cost money without any benefit? Doing it once occasionally to vent anger is the limit.
Since thatâs the case, he naturally wanted to resolve this matter. After all, barring any unexpected circumstances, Shen Yi should be heading back today. If she returns to the capital first, sheâll be back tomorrow. Once the girlfriend returns, who has the mind to care about this matter?
Moreover, the reason he did this initially was simply because he disliked Zhang Chao. To put it simply, he wanted to show off. Now that he had showed off enough, Zhang Chao had also lost his face and admitted wrong. His purpose is largely achieved. Continuing further wouldnât benefit him.
Might as well seize this opportunity to get some benefits and make Zhang Chaoâs family feel some pain.
You have a foul mouth, and in my anger, I went to great lengths to mess with you. Then you offer an apology to sweep it under the rug? Whereâs such a good deal in the world?
If there was, why would we need the police? We could all just apologize.
Speaking of apologizing, which of those celebrities ever really apologize? Occupying public resources and whatnotâthose are template-style apologies.
Wang Xing was quite surprised by his decision to meet Zhang Chao. He thought his classmate would go all out.
"Donât look at me like that. The anger has been vented. Now is naturally the time to make up for the losses. Did you think that taking on his family was just a matter of talking a bit?" Su Qing laughed over a sip.
Wang Xing spread his hands: "Otherwise? I saw you just made a phone call and settled his familyâs affairs."
"Thatâs all your brain can manage. I know a detective who doesnât need it at all. You want it but canât; why not ask him to give you his brain?" Su Qing spat.
Wang Xing snorted, expressing disbelief, thinking he was just being deliberately called dumb.
In response, Su Qing pointed at Wang Xingâs nose and laughed, cursing: "If I could really get people to do things for me just by moving my lips, Iâd be invincible already. Who does things for free? Would you work for free for your boss? Or should I ask Xiao Yi to cancel your salary?"
"Donât... I admit you have a point!" Wang Xing crossed his arms in refusal, then continued to ask, "What did you give, anyway?"
"What did I give? Good question. Not much, just a favor and 500,000 yuan."
"What? 500,000 yuan? You must be crazy. Da Qiangâs dadâs surgery was only 300,000 yuan." Upon hearing this, Wang Xing jumped three feet high.
His attention truly fell on the 500,000 yuan, making one think he was addicted to reporting spies.
Besides, given the chance, heâd prefer spending 500,000 more than owing a favor. After all, he understands that money is easy to repay, but favors are hard.
Most importantly, even the 500,000 yuan was a result of Wen Jingqiâs favor. Without that layer of connection, 500,000 yuan might not even be enough for dealings.
"What did you think? Itâs all about interests and relationships inside; thereâs no such thing as free benefits. Theyâre not my dad. So, thatâs it for this matter. Dragging it further doesnât benefit me," Su Qing said calmly.
Hearing this, Wang Xing finally fell silent, nodding in agreement, indicating that Su Qing made sense.
"By the way, talking about Da Qiang reminded meâDa Qiang paid me back the money, saying his dadâs death compensation came through. This guy made me feel guilty holding onto this money," Wang Xing sighed helplessly.
"Alright, forget about guilt or not. Among friends, talk less about money for lasting emotion. Besides, he paid back my 300,000 yuan, so whatâs the difference with the amount you lent him?"
"Indeed, should I reply to Zhang Chao?"
"Yeah, resolve it early for peace of mind. Things have been too hectic lately; itâs wearing me out," Su Qing sighed, holding his forehead.
Now that heâs personally quite hot online, going out means having to wear a mask.
Heâd have to find time to go to the police station again. Ever since the year began, he hasnât had a momentâs rest. Itâs driving him nuts.
Meanwhile, Zhang Chaoâs family had just brought his daughter-in-law back from her parentsâ home, breathed a sigh of relief, and Zhang Chao approached his dad with a phone.
"Dad, my classmate replied. He said Su Qing agreed to meet at five this afternoon. We pick the location."
Upon hearing this, Zhang Yongcai showed a delighted expression. Heâs not afraid of challenges, only of having no direction. If Su Qing refused to even meet, heâd be really troubled.
After all, during this period, he tried every trick, seeking friends, pulling connections, even had friendsâ friends pull connections.
But nothing worked. If it werenât for his sonâs relation plus confirmation from his daughter-in-law, he wouldnât even know who was troubling his family.
The people above donât leak a word, leaving him clueless on whom to gift.
Moreover, in the domestic society, do you think you can solve everything with money? Sometimes, even gift-giving requires connections. Strangers gift-givingâwho are you?
Moreover, his sonâs and daughter-in-lawâs affairs have been continuous, making Zhang Yongcai feel deeply exhausted, visibly losing weight.
"Thatâs settled then. Reply to your classmate, say weâll wait for them at Qingyuan Building at five this afternoon. Also, come with me!"
Upon hearing this, Zhang Chaoâs expression changed, but before he could speak, Zhang Yongcai firmly said:
"No dodging, you must go this time. You caused this, so who else goes if not you?
Youâre a grown man; even a girl like Xiao Tong knew to resolve matters when troubles arose. What about you? You always hide back when thereâs trouble. Causing trouble isnât a flaw; only someone who can resolve it has real skill.
Neglecting everything, just causing troubleâdo you think ignoring matters makes them disappear? Do you know how significant our losses have been?
You think youâre so fearless but without me, how can you even marry a wife, let alone buy a car or house?
If you were thrown out now, Iâd be grateful if you didnât starve. You really think youâre that capable?
If our business fails, do you still plan to spend extravagantly? Youâd be moving bricks on the construction site!"
As Zhang Yongcai spoke more excitedly, spitting words all over his sonâs face, he continued as if venting his disappointment.
While Zhang Chao listened to his fatherâs words, his face quickly shifted colors. His expression showed that his fatherâs words hit home.
Thatâs indeed how Zhang Chao thought; his fatherâs things were his. Why on earth should he apologize to someone he never respected?
But regarding his fatherâs speech, he felt unable to refute now. He realized that even keeping a job was challenging, not to mention buying cars, houses, getting married, raising childrenâhe couldnât even support himself. After graduation until now, he hadnât worked a day.
During his internship, he tried two days but found it too tough and returned home. Truthfully, if forced to work, he knew it was impossible for him, way too exhausting.
As for the recent family losses, he had no idea. But he understood that if their business collapsed, his enjoyment of life would end.
Thinking of this, Zhang Chao gritted his teeth and said, "I understand, Dad!"
Wang Xing stayed until noon before receiving a call from his girlfriend, promptly driving out to pick her up.
After Wang Xing left, Su Qing drove to the East City Public Security Bureau.
"Wow, youâre impressive, huh? Stirring up a storm while I was away!"
As soon as he entered, Du Qiang dragged him aside, questioning.
"Get off me, what do you think I wanted? Whereâs Sister Jun?" Su Qing broke free, spitting.
At this time, Du Qiangâs spirits had fully recovered, showing no signs of the major setbacks he faced earlier.
It must be said, Li Zijun really knew people. Du Qiang was indeed strong, little setbacks wouldnât faze him, now full of vigor again.
"Sheâs handling the parents of those four people. Didnât you see? This morning, it was bustling, quite the scene..."
"Have you seen too many historical dramas? As a law enforcement officer, spend less time on internet jokesâit affects the public image of the police!" Su Qing gave him a disdainful look, spat.
Seriously, how did he end up so gossipy? If he had such talent, he should be a paparazzi.
Du Qiang awkwardly laughed twice: "Well, letâs head upstairs. Sister Jun will return soon."
"Where upstairs? Letâs go to the cafeteria. I havenât eaten yet!"
Du Qiang: ...
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