"Brother An is back. How is Auntie? Is she okay? I just arrived here and don't know anyone in the province, otherwise I would have arranged the hospital matter for you." As soon as An Jingzhi came back, Liu Jianbang immediately welcomed him.
The longer the time goes, the more suspicious I become.
"Thank you for your concern, Boss Liu. The procedures have been completed. The surgery will be ready in just half a month. By the way, Xiaohao has to stay there to take care of my mother. I will return his salary to you. I hope Boss Liu can understand." An Jingzhi explained.
Of course they had to do something after taking someone's money, but they couldn't leave Old Lady Zhu alone in a provincial hospital where she was unfamiliar with the place, so they could only return the money to the owner.
When Boss Liu heard this, he thought it was a big deal and quickly waved his hand. "No, no, that little money is nothing. Just consider it my gift to congratulate Auntie and wish her a speedy recovery from her illness. When an elderly person is sick, they should have a relative to take care of them."
An Jingzhi said it several times, but seeing that the other party refused to accept it, he really didn't want to take the money back.
He pondered for a moment, "Okay, then I'll thank Boss Liu on behalf of my mother."
Then he asked, "Boss Liu, you came here to bid for a piece of land in Xicheng District, right?"
Boss Liu nodded as he put food into his bowl. "Yes, yes, yes. Brother An is also interested in real estate? My small family business cannot afford to bid for land. I can only follow the people above to make a living."
An Jingzhi was not interested, but he knew from his memories of his previous life that when this piece of land was dug out during construction, it was found that there was a mass grave underneath. The developer originally wanted to develop it into a residential area, but in the end he lost everything.
He considered his tone for a moment, "Boss Liu, you know I'm from Yukang, born and raised here and have lived here for decades. The elders in that area used to say it was a mass grave. I suggest you stay out of it."
He paused, "Of course, I'm just making a suggestion. If Boss Liu has his own ideas, you can follow them."
Boss Liu frowned and said seriously, "Is what Brother An said true?"
He was also planning to invest a large portion of his money. At that time, real estate was a highly profitable industry. Every investment he made would be a sure win. As long as he could get the land, he would most likely not lose money. Even if he just followed behind and got some of the profits, it would be enough for him to make a lot of money.
If it was really a mass grave as they said, who would dare to live in the residential buildings built there? They would definitely lose everything.
An Jingzhi remained calm, "Come to think of it, an old man told me this decades ago. I suddenly remembered it when you mentioned it, so I just reminded Boss Liu. I don't know whether it's true or not."
After more than ten days of contact, Boss Liu has almost understood An Jingzhi and will not easily say anything he is not sure of.
——He is reminding me.
After thinking about the conversation between the two for a while, Boss Liu figured it out.
The other party was reminding him not to waste his money.
If he didn't get involved, he might earn a lot less money, but it wouldn't have much impact on his current life.
If he got involved in such a thing, he might lose most of his wealth and suffer serious injuries.
After a long while, Liu Jianbang finally figured it out. He raised his glass and toasted the other man, "Thank you, Brother An, for your reminder."
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"Brother An, what are your plans for the future? Do you want to work in my company?"
After having a good meal and a good drink, Liu Jianbang asked tentatively.
He really admired An Jingzhi, who was polite and well-mannered, unlike the gangster and veteran as rumored.
An Jingzhi already had plans for the future. "I didn't receive much education when I was young, and I don't have much knowledge. I don't know how to do anything else. I just have this little bit of strength, and I'm quite familiar with Yukang. After Boss Liu's contract ends, I plan to set up a security company to provide protection for businessmen like Boss Liu."
An Jingzhi directly stated his plan. As a Yukang person, he did have more advantages. If they stepped forward to deal with those people on the street, they could indeed handle it better and save these bosses from trouble.
I told Boss Liu that I also wanted him to introduce some business to him in the future.
Liu Jianbang was a little surprised, as if he didn't expect the other party to give such an answer. "Brother An, you are ambitious." He gave a thumbs up. Since the other party already had an idea, he didn't force it.
"It's not easy running a security company. We need people who can fight and carry heavy loads. Brother An, have you already chosen someone? If you need any help elsewhere, please feel free to ask."
"Not yet," An Jingzhi thanked, "Thank you for your kindness, Boss Liu."
These days, there is a shortage of everything except people who can fight. Of course, An Jingzhi is not referring to those street thugs and ruffians, but veterans and retired police officers.
Although the government helps with management after retirement, it is just a drop in the bucket.
If he opened a security company and prioritized recruiting veterans and police officers, wouldn't it be easy to start a company? As long as he didn't do anything illegal, he would probably be able to get a green light all the way.
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Since Old Lady Zhu and An Wuhao were not at home, An Jingzhi had all three meals a day at Boss Liu's place. After dinner, he was on his way home.
The pager on his body rang, "Dad." An Wuhao's voice came from the other side.
"What's the matter? Everything is fine, right?" An Jingzhi asked.
"Nothing. Grandma's surgery is in five days, so I told you in advance." The voice on the other end of the phone paused, and then a quieter voice came, "Grandma misses you."
"What are you talking about, you little bastard?"
As soon as An Wuhao finished speaking, the strong voice of Old Lady Zhu came from the other end of the phone, sounding quite angry and embarrassed.
An Jingzhi smiled at this end. Mrs. Zhu was a traditional parent. She basically would not show her emotions and would not say anything about her thoughts or love to her children.
"Grandma, you said you didn't have any, but I saw you hiding and wiping away your tears."
The old lady Zhu's voice came from the other end of the line again, "I was blinded by sand. Okay, okay, the phone bill is so expensive. If you have something to say, just say it. If you don't, just hang up! This little money is enough for me to pick up bottles for a few days!"
"Then Dad, I'm hanging up. You take care of yourself at home. Grandma and I are doing well. Remember to come and visit us when the time comes."
"Okay, take good care of your grandma." An Jingzhi hung up the phone and put the pager back into his pocket.
When he first arrived, the house was noisy. It was either the sound of An Wuhao working or the sound of old lady Zhu muttering. After both of them left, An Jingzhi felt a little uncomfortable at first.
Passing by the street where they collected protection money.
There was a lot of noise up ahead.
"Our area is managed by Brother Jing and Brother Hao. The protection fee has already been paid. Boss Wang, do you think you could discuss this with Brother Jing and Brother Hao?"
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