"Hehe, I'd be happy to pay out of my own pocket!"
As An Xin fastened his seatbelt, he grinned and said, "Xiang, believe me, this pockmarked guy is definitely a big fish. Here's what we'll do: you go back and ask the captain for permission. We'll take action by tomorrow night at the latest, and we'll send a few more team members to support us."
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Tang Ping watched them leave, gazing at An Xin and Li Xiang's retreating figures, and muttered to himself, "This pair of partners are serious about their work. Helping them is also helping myself. I hope nothing bad will happen."
Making demands of An Xin was a sudden inspiration for Tang Ping.
The system's rewards alone are enough for him to take a risk.
Unexpectedly, Anxin sent a very generous gift.
If a security patrol post were set up on Lovers' Street, it would be a huge deterrent to those thugs.
Although he didn't want to get involved with organized crime, he was also afraid of causing trouble. With this location, the internet cafe would be less likely to be disturbed by thugs, and he could make money safely.
Moreover, having Anxin's background makes it easier to build relationships and do many things.
Although it was still early, Tang Ping wasn't in a hurry. He planned to go to the market tomorrow to find out what was going on at Xiawan Fishing Ground.
Meanwhile, at the Qiangsheng Xiaolingtong store, Gao Qiqiang and his younger brother Gao Qisheng had just closed the store and returned home when Tang Xiaolong and Tang Xiaohu came looking for them.
The two talked about other things for a long time, and only after Gao Qisheng left did Tang Xiaohu dare to say, "Brother Qiang, that Tang Ping actually knows about our affair."
"How did he know?" Gao Qiqiang asked in surprise.
Tang Xiaohu said, "I don't know either. We went to his internet cafe yesterday, and who knew that this kid would use this to threaten us."
Hearing this, Gao Qiqiang frowned and said, "Are you all crazy? You still dare to cause trouble at a time like this? Can't you just shut up?"
He had a good relationship with Tang Ping, and Gao Qiqiang had a long-term vision; he knew very well that Tang Ping was not someone to be trifled with.
On the contrary, cultivating a good relationship with Tang Ping will only bring benefits and no harm to oneself.
Tang Xiaolong finally spoke up, saying, "Brother Qiang, after all, Bald Yong was one of us. Now that he's in jail, the video store is gone too. I had a stake in that store back then, and now Tang Ping has swallowed it all up. I can't swallow this."
"Brother Qiang, we're in this together now," Tang Xiaohu hinted from the side.
They caused this mess, and now that it's gone wrong, they're asking me to clean up their mess.
Gao Qiqiang looked at the two brothers, feeling a surge of anger. He restrained himself for a moment and said, "Don't offend Tang Ping. I'll go talk to him and sound him out."
"Alright, Brother Qiang, you'd better go quickly. If this kid betrays us, Xu Jiang will kill our whole family."
Tang Xiaolong reminded him.
"knew!"
Gao Qiqiang glared at Tang Xiaolong resentfully, then, without even finishing his meal, he threw on his coat and went out.
Tang Ping was just about to go out to the market when Gao Qiqiang showed up at his door.
Gao Qiqiang, carrying a bag of tangerines, greeted us warmly with a smile: "Aping, the tangerines are very cheap at the market today. We can't finish them all at home, so I brought some over for you to eat."
"Thank you, Brother Qiang, you're too kind of you to bring us all this." Tang Ping said with a smile, taking the bag of tangerines and turning to pour some water.
He knew why Gao Qiqiang had come, so he wasn't in a hurry and waited for him to speak.
"Ah Ping, how's business lately?" Gao Qiqiang asked after sitting down.
"It's so-so, Brother Qiang. I should thank you for your guidance last time, otherwise my internet cafe wouldn't have opened so smoothly."
Tang Ping smiled.
Last time, Gao Qiqiang did help in dealing with Bald Yong. Bald Yong was with Tang Xiaolong and his gang, and Gao Qiqiang was quite helpful in that regard.
Gao Qiqiang also laughed and said, "This is your own idea, it has nothing to do with me. Also, Tang Ping, don't call me Brother Qiang, it makes me feel embarrassed. You are a big boss, my little bit of a whiz can't compare to yours. Just call me Lao Gao, it sounds comfortable and friendly."
"Alright then, Lao Gao, you came to see me today because you need something, right?" Tang Ping asked.
Gao Qiqiang remained silent, but Tang Ping had no patience for him.
"Yes, I have something I wanted to ask you. Today, Xiaolong came to my place. He said you know about Xu Jiang's son, Xu Lei." Gao Qiqiang chuckled twice, pretending to be nonchalant, and said, "You know about him too? Officer An and I are on good terms. He's been asking me to inquire about this matter, so I thought I'd come and ask him."
Gao Qiqiang was indeed very good at concealing his true intentions and knew how to use An Xin to wage psychological warfare. He wanted to test how much Tang Ping actually knew.
Tang Ping didn't bother to expose him and said indifferently, "That day, when you, Tang Xiaolong, and Tang Xiaohu were driving a van in Xiawan Fishing Ground, I happened to pass by and saw you."
Upon hearing this, Gao Qiqiang was completely stunned, staring at Tang Ping with an uncertain expression.
At this moment, he was probably already considering whether or not to kill Tang Ping as well, to silence him.
"Old Gao, if I wanted to betray you, I would have had An Xin arrest Tang Xiaolong long ago when he caused trouble at my internet cafe today. I just want to make money through legitimate business and don't want to get involved in these underworld matters. You helped me last time, so how could I possibly harm you? Besides, I'm not even familiar with Xu Jiang, so why would I help him instead of my own friend?" Tang Ping saw through Gao Qiqiang's thoughts at a glance and immediately laughed.
This guy is no ordinary person. If he really decides to kill me, I'll have to be careful not to fish with electricity anymore, and even when I ride my bike, I'll have to be careful to prevent him from secretly causing my brakes to fail.
Hearing this, Gao Qiqiang immediately relaxed and said, "Aping, I knew I wouldn't lose out by being friends with you. Okay, I'm relieved to hear that. If you ever need my help, just let me know."
"No need for later, I need your help with something right now," Tang Ping said.
"Oh? Go ahead."
Tang Ping explained the mission An Xin had asked him to go undercover. It wasn't that he didn't want to go, but rather that he wanted someone to accompany him.
Gao Qiqiang was more familiar with Xiawan Fish Farm than Tang Ping was. With Gao Qiqiang around, Tang Ping could better conceal his identity, since he was no longer a fish stall owner.
When Gao Qiqiang heard that it was An Xin who made the arrangements, he not only did not refuse, but said excitedly, "This is no problem. Although my fish stall is closed, I am very familiar with Xiawan Fish Farm. I have even played cards with Brother Gui, who is in charge. It should be fine."
"Alright, I'll inform Anxin, we'll set off tonight."
Tang Ping nodded.
Tang Ping was really looking forward to completing the task as soon as possible and getting the reward, especially the one that increased his body parts by three centimeters.
Around 2 a.m., Tang Ping called Gao Qiqiang and they set off together.
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