Master Cai had never considered this question before, because for many years he had assumed that his elder brother's family had died abroad. But the day before yesterday, Miss Cai suddenly asked him about it, and later Master Cai found out that she was supposedly from the United States. Although he was not sure, Master Cai couldn't help but wonder if his elder brother's family was alive and about to come back.
If it were ten years ago, upon hearing that his elder brother would be returning, Master Cai would only feel excited and sad, and he would forgive his elder brother.
Since Nixon's visit to China in 1976 and the complete lifting of restrictions in 1987, those who wanted to return to China had already done so.
But during those crucial years, there was no news of his elder brother. Just then, the neighborhood was about to discuss renovations, and his elder brother came back. What does that mean?
Moreover, he had already spoken to several of his colleagues, and there was no way he could take back what he had said.
So he looked around and said, "Don't worry, everyone, I can handle things for the Cai family."
On the other hand, compared to his sister Ms. Cai's arrogance when she first arrived, Cai Mingli appeared humble, gentle, and very polite. Moreover, he had been working for many years and understood economics, so as soon as he got off the plane, he said, "This place is very nice."
Then he flattered Nie Zhao, saying, "I heard my senior, Wade, say a long time ago that if you were to find the best and most profitable boss in Asia, it would undoubtedly be Boss Nie."
Although they may not seem very reliable at home, the Nie brothers appear quite outstanding when they are out in the world.
Nie Jiajun smiled and said, "It's just an empty title. Besides, we really need talented people like you, Mr. Cai, to join the company so that we can work together to achieve great things."
Cai Mingli had been on a plane all night and was yawning from exhaustion, but he smiled and said, "Of course. And I have a feeling that Nie's will remain the top company in Asia in the future because it has an excellent boss like you. I've already decided that we will work together for life, and I want to finish my career at Nie's."
That's not actually the case.
Nie Zhao offered him two options: one was a slightly lower annual salary, but with technology as equity, giving him 30% of the electronics company's shares, so he wouldn't have to pay a penny more; the other was simply an exorbitant annual salary.
Mr. Cai clearly wanted to make a quick buck and leave, so he chose the latter.
If nothing unexpected happens, in two or three years he will have saved enough capital to take back that street. Then he will start his own business and compete with the Nie family in the electronics market. If he is smarter, he may even be able to take away a large number of customers.
Nie Jiajun saw through it but didn't say anything. He then briefly explained that Nie Zhao had invited several masters from various sects to host a welcome dinner for him. Cai Mingli clenched his fists, eager to try: "Thank you, Chairman Nie, for taking the time out of your busy schedule to have a meal with me."
After getting out of the car, Mr. Cai should have gone upstairs to tidy up first.
His luggage, including his backpack, should also be delivered to his room by the doorman.
But just then, Nie Jiayu said, "Please go upstairs first. Several kung fu masters have arrived. They are also distinguished guests. I need to meet them first. I will wait for you in the restaurant."
Without hesitation, Mr. Cai slung his backpack over his shoulder and said, "Let's go together."
Among the masters, there is one of his big financial backers. He used both kindness and force, and when the soft approach didn't work, he resorted to the hard one. Cai Mingli seemed to have arrived from across the ocean as if he had taken a rocket. What he was going to perform today was a story of deep uncle-nephew affection.
He will use gentleness to overcome strength and win back that street.
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The hotel's restaurant has two floors, and Master Cai and his group were in a private room on the third floor.
Everyone has their own ulterior motives. Cai Mingli, carrying a backpack and looking disheveled and travel-worn, strode to the door of the private room, then suddenly stopped. Looking at the old man with a cane next to a sofa inside, he said, "That lame man must be Master Cai of the Cai family. I heard he's disabled."
Nie Jiajun also had to make amends, so he said, "I only met them once, but it should be true."
Leaving aside the photos, Cai Mingli only learned that his uncle was disabled and used crutches when his sister called.
The elderly men were all seated. Master Cai was attending a formal occasion today and was wearing a prosthetic leg. His shoes and socks were neatly arranged, so it was not immediately obvious. The easiest way to tell was by his cane. Besides, the deep bond between uncle and nephew was best shown on the spot. So before Nie Jiajun could even introduce him, Cai Mingli rushed towards the old man and called out, "Uncle!"
He immediately knelt down: "Uncle, for decades, Dad and Mom have never missed you."
The old man frowned: "Who are you?"
Cai Mingli patted his chest and said, "It's me, Ali. I was only two years old when I left."
The old man glanced to the side, then frowned: "You..."
Cai Mingli wanted to make her performance more convincing, so she patted her chest and said, "Since I was little, I often followed my parents and looked at your photos to remember you."
The old man looked to the side, hesitated for a moment, and then asked, "Then why are you only coming back now? Where are your parents? Are they still alive? Are they alright?"
Cai Mingli was much smarter than his sister. He immediately tried to gain sympathy by saying, "My parents have worked hard away from home, and now their health is not good. They think about returning to their roots and spending their old age in peace, but unfortunately they are short of money. Alas!"
An elderly man nearby said, "Everyone says America is great. Why go through all the trouble to go there and come back? Besides, even if they come back, they have no house or land. How will they live? I advise them to be content with their current situation."
No matter how smart Cai Mingli was, he was still young. His sister had told him that there was a group of old geezers who were eyeing his property. When he saw the old man who was speaking, he was dark-skinned, thin, and looked poor, so he didn't bother to be polite.
And coincidentally, he also wanted to intimidate those who coveted his property.
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