Chapter 140 - The Real Top Dogs (2/2)

“I heard that Qin Hua used to be Elderly Man Chen’s subordinate. I wager he is here to visit the old man for old time sake.”

The crowd boiled over.

Compared to Elderly Man Wei, whose influence seemed distant and insubstantial in the Jin City, Qin Hua’s clout could be felt everywhere in the Jin City. Everyone in Jin City had heard of his name.

Therefore, nearly everyone, host and the guests alike hurried to the entrance to greet the honorable guest.

Although Elderly Man Wei was not any less influential than Qin Hua, he had already retired. Meanwhile, not only did Qin Hua have a more immediate impact on the Chen family, but it had also been difficult to get an audience with him of late. The Chen family could not pa.s.s up the opportunity of leaving a good impression during his rare visit.

Walking among the large crowd, a red face stately-looking man strode into the courtyard.

“Mr. Chen. I am here to see you.”

He took a few large strides and closed in onto Chen Huaian and pumped his hand vigorously. A couple of journalists hurried to s.n.a.t.c.h a few photos.

Secretary Zhang stood at the side and explained: “We were on our way to Din Hu district to attend to some business, and we suddenly thought of coming to visit Lord Chen by taking a slight detour.”

“Thank you for still remembering me. I really appreciate it!”

Chen Huaian said proudly. Although Qin Hua used to be his subordinate, his was a higher rank officer in the government while Chen Huaian was just a retired public servant. His old subordinates thoughtful visit warmed his heart.

“Haha. Every time I see Zhenxin right beside me, I think of you, old boss.” Qin Hua laughed out loud.

Chen Zhenxin stood respectfully beside Qin Hua and let pride crawl onto his face.

Then, Qin Hua pretended that he had just noticed Elderly Man Wei as he exclaimed: “Lord Wei is here as well! Ha! looks like our detour was worthwhile.”

Thanks to his t.i.tle in the government, Qin Hua was more powerful than most tyc.o.o.ns in the province and so was his influence. Therefore, even though he stood before the mighty Elderly Man Wei, he was unfazed by the powerful presence.

Elderly Man Wei nodded in reply.

Seeing Elderly Man Wei’s distant att.i.tude, Qin Hua quickly switched his attention elsewhere.

“Boss, allow me to introduce you to my son, Chen An. He just got a promotion.” Chen Zhenxin hurried to announce.

“What a strapping young lad!” Qin Hua patted Chen An’s shoulder. “Keep at it, maybe you can come help me out one day.”

“Yes, Uncle Qin.”

Qin Hua’s words breathed new life into Chen An. The boy held his chin up as confidence surged inside of him.

“Xiao Qin. This is my grandson Chen Fan.” Chen Huaian put in.

“Oh? What does your grandson do?”

Seeing Chen Fan sat still in his chair and didn’t even spare him a glace, displeasure flickered in his eyes.

“My nephew is still in high school, and his father works at Chu Zhou City and Si Shui County.” Chen Zhenxin answered.

“I see.”

Qin Hua nodded perfunctorily.

Chen Zhenxin then diverted the topic from Chen Fan to other family members. Qin Hua didn’t remove his aloof mask until he was introduced to Chen Zhenxin and his son.

Chen Huaian heaved a sigh in his mind. It was evident that his old subordinate wasn’t a big fan of Chen Fan.

The attention that Qin Hua had garnered didn’t sit well with Xu Ao and other tyc.o.o.ns of Jiang Bei, however, they didn’t protest. After all, Qin Hua was the top dog in the Jin City, and they were all on his turf. They conceded that even if Tang Yuanqin arrived here personally, he would have to show some respect to Qin Hua.

“Chen Fan, now you will finally understand why the Chen family can only rely on me and my father.”

Seeing Qin Hua had become the center of everyone’s attention, Chen An gave Chen Fan a glance that was filled with contempt.

“You have the support of the Wei family, but so what? The Wei family does not control the Jin City.”

Wei Zifang’s face was riddled with embarra.s.sment. However, he was of the younger generation, and therefore he didn’t speak a word. Chen Fan sat still in his chair nonchalantly. It was as if he had mentally removed himself from what’s happening around him.

Meanwhile, at the top of the hill near the entrance of the Chen village…

Seeing fewer and fewer guests had arrived, the kids went home, except for one. The little boy sat beside Old Bone Chen and looked down at the highway.

“Old Bone Chen, did you really used to be the chauffeur for the richest man?”

The kid asked while chewing a piece of gum.

“Of course! He is the richest man and he owns many public firms.” Old Bone Chen glared at the kid. “You would never imagine how respectful people were when they spoke to me. Even the lesser tyc.o.o.ns would call me Brother Chen and I would reply back as their equals.

“That old man who had just gone in was of ordinary wealth. Back then, I wouldn’t even look at him if I saw him on the street.”

Old Bone Chen lamented.

The child didn’t buy his story. “You are lying again. My dad said you are just an ordinary driver. And you got fired by an ordinary businessman.”

“Bull c.r.a.p! Don’t let me see your father, I will give him a knuckle sandwich for saying that!”

Old Bone Chen wagged his fist in the air, pretending he was going to hit the child.

The boy ran away with a string of laughter. He ran to the lookout spot and looked down. Suddenly, he shouted.

“Old Bone Chen, there is a strange car coming.”

“There are so many people in it!”

“Wait! The license plate is a string of 0. Who is this person?”

The boy asked curiously.

Suddenly, he heard a thud.

The boy looked back and noticed that Old Bone Chen’s had dropped his tobacco pipe and his shaking body was frozen in place. The old man murmured in trembling voice:

“The… the real top dog has finally arrived!”