A line of cars was quietly parked outside the Seattle restaurant.
Calling it a convoy isn't entirely accurate, as there were only three vehicles.
These three cars, parked there quietly, seemed to give people the feeling of a vast army.
The lead car was none other than the Audi that everyone in Jiang City knew—the one belonging to the underground emperor, Yanba. The other two cars were parked behind it, one on the left and one on the right, like two most loyal guards protecting the emperor.
"Oh my, Cigarette Scar, it really is you! I couldn't believe it when I received the news. What brings you here today?"
Seattle-based owner Liu Bing, with a beaming smile, is over fifty years old. Years of smiling have etched a kind and gentle outline on his face, making him a source of genuine warmth to anyone who comes to him. This is a fundamental skill for anyone working in the service industry.
Liu Bing had been an expert in this field for decades. Although he didn't know why this plague god, Yan Ba, would suddenly come to him—was he here to cause trouble, or just to have a meal? He wasn't sure, but a smile was definitely the right thing to do.
The dark-tinted car window slowly rolled down, revealing a middle-aged man with a mohawk hairstyle and sunglasses on his face, which subtly reflected a captivating light from the streetlights.
What's most striking is a circular scar on the other person's left cheek, caused by a cigarette burn—hence the name "cigarette scar."
But nobody knows who did the cigarette burn, and nobody dares to ask.
After all, anyone who dares to burn a cigarette scar on the face of Jiang City's only underground emperor must be incredibly powerful.
"Scarface Bro".
Liu Bing nervously swallowed, quickly going through everything she had done recently in her mind, but she couldn't remember where she had offended the other party. Could it really be that they just came to eat at her place?
"well."
Ning Zheyuan took off his sunglasses, carefully examined Liu Bing, and suddenly sighed. This sigh immediately made Liu Bing's heart, which had just relaxed a little, jump up again.
"Haven't we seen each other for a few years?"
Ning Zheyuan wasn't in a hurry to get out of the car, and asked casually.
"It's been...it's been five years."
Liu Bing had no idea what Ning Zheyuan was up to, so after thinking it over carefully, she answered honestly.
"Five years have passed. How many five-year periods are there in a lifetime? The old folks often say that things change every five years. The person you were five years ago and the person you are now are completely different people. Everyone changes, but you haven't changed at all."
Ning Zheyuan suddenly laughed, though his smile was uglier than a cry on his sinister face. It was not only unfriendly, but also gave people the urge to run away. "You are still as cowardly as before."
"Scarface is right..."
Liu Bing wiped the cold sweat from his forehead, forcing a smile, while inwardly cursing.
nonsense!
In the entire Jiang City, who wouldn't be timid when facing this murderous bastard?
Who doesn't know you, Cigarette Scar, are ruthless and heartless? What are you pretending to be for with crocodile tears?
At this point, sentimentality becomes important. Unless Liu Bing is a pig, anyone who dares to believe him will definitely not have a good ending!
"You."
Ning Zheyuan suddenly burst into laughter. His laughter was hoarse, as if his throat had been injured, and it was as grating as metal cutting.
"Don't worry, I'm not here to cause you any trouble. I'm just here to keep an appointment with the little one."
Seeing Ning Zheyuan laughing so heartily, Liu Bing smiled obsequiously and said, "Coming to keep the appointment? Well... I didn't receive any reservations for the private room today. Who is this important person?"
A warning bell quietly rang in Liu Bing's heart. Even his network of contacts didn't know that Yanba had returned to China, yet someone else actually knew?
And not only did he know about it, he was also able to arrange a meeting with Cigarette Scar, so this person's identity must be quite extraordinary...
"It's not a private room. I don't like a too quiet atmosphere, so I let the little guy eat in the main hall."
Ning Zheyuan smiled and shook his head. Then, as if he had seen something, he took off his sunglasses, revealing a pair of narrow eyes that revealed a sinister light. He raised his head slightly to the side and said, "Look, it's him."
"His name seems to be... Li Junyang? Li Qingshan's son."
Ning Zheyuan smiled and slowly narrowed his eyes.
"Li Qingshan's son? Who is Li Qingshan? Hmm, I remember now, the one who's been making waves in Jiang City lately... Qingshan Real Estate, right? They're quite wealthy, and I hear they have big ambitions. They're expected to join the Jiang City Chamber of Commerce this year."
Liu Bing gave a brief introduction, but was secretly shocked. Could it be that Qingshan Real Estate was so confident because of Yanba's help?
If this underground emperor were to lend a helping hand, he could indeed clear away many obstacles for Qingshan Real Estate. Entering the Jiang City Chamber of Commerce would be nothing; becoming the president of the Chamber of Commerce directly wouldn't be out of the question!
"So Li Junyang is here to pay homage on behalf of the Li family?"
Liu Bing clicked his tongue. If this was true, and Yanba really was going to side with the Li family, then the entire Jiang City would probably be in chaos.
When that time comes, will I also need to reconsider taking sides?
No, I need to find out what Cigarette Scar means...
A glint of shrewdness flashed in Liu Bing's eyes amidst his smiling face.
“As you know, I just returned to China. My boss is not in the country right now, and the businesses he left behind need someone to take care of them. My own funds are not enough, so I need a wealthy partner.”
Ning Zheyuan glanced at Liu Bing. He had a good relationship with Liu Bing, so he could roughly guess what the other party was thinking, but he didn't expose it.
That's enough.
"Alright, go do what you need to do. There are gifts prepared for you in the back. Take them before you leave. Don't bother us unless it's important. We can't keep our hosts waiting."
Ning Zheyuan opened the car door with a smile, and Liu Bing quickly stepped forward to help him. Only after Ning Zheyuan got out of the car and indicated that he didn't need to see him off anymore did Liu Bing stop.
Ning Zheyuan was very polite and had already prepared a gift for Liu Bing. He took a heavy gift box from his underlings and stood there staring at Ning Zheyuan and Li Junyang for a long time before saying goodbye and silently turning away.
Instead of returning to the Seattle restaurant, he went elsewhere.
He was going to the Jiangshi Chamber of Commerce to share what he had seen and heard that day with everyone.
If nothing unexpected happens, Jiang City is likely to undergo a major transformation in the future.
Liu Bing could tell that Ning Zheyuan was very friendly towards Li Junyang, as if he had noticed some quality in the other person, something Liu Bing couldn't discern.
However, if Ning Zheyuan really chooses to partner with Qingshan Real Estate, then Li Junyang, this young man, will likely become the most prominent talent of the new generation in Jiang City.
"Since they've even touched the cigarette burner, shouldn't I also try to build a good relationship with Aoyama Real Estate?"
Liu Bing hurried along, silently thinking to himself.
He seemed to have found the answer; his pace slowed and became more steady.
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