Chapter 33 Big Brother (1/2)

Due to the large assets accumulated by Old Master Yan over the years, the Yans exerted great influence in Shanghai. Although the Yans were not an absolute authority, they were still a family which the others were cautious not to offend. On the otherside of the coin, the friends of the Yans were all figures of authority and they naturally despised people like Zhao Dongsheng. Put bluntly, the Yans would wonder if Zhou Dongsheng would be any value to their family.

It was really because of the long-time relationship between the Yans and Zhou Wenwu's father that the Yans were backing Zhou Wenwu up. In the last couple years, the reason Zhou Wenwu had been doing so well was because he knew to suck up to the elders of the Yan family by sending gifts during every festive season, not missing even one of them. The Yans had also been closing one eye on the evil things he did as long as they were not done overboard. Yan Chaozong, however, was not especially impressed by him. While he had kept this matter a secret from the Old Master Yan, he had to do the necessary investigation since this would implicate the Yan family's reputation.

However, he could not be certain if he would eventually find the murderer.

After the death of Zhou Wenwu, Qin Sheng felt that half the pressure was taken off him. The crisis was half resolved. Without Zhou Wenwu's protection, Zhao Dongsheng would not be so audacious in his ways, but be more discreet in his dealings.

Qin Sheng had completely entrusted Hao Lei with Han Bing's safety for now. While he and Chang Baji began following Zhao Dongsheng 24/7, they managed to familiarize themselves with Zhao Dongsheng's daily routines. Chang Baji, however, had suggested that they wait and observe for a while more before they make any moves.

In the last few days, Zhao Dongsheng basically did not move around much. Apart from his own house and his office, he did not go anywhere else, which made Qin Sheng and Chang Baji wonder in puzzlement.

Soon, weekend arrived. Lin Xin had only met Qin Sheng once since he returned to Shanghai this time. Although she had asked him out many times through the phone, Qin Sheng had turned her down, telling her that he was too busy recently and this upset her quite a bit. When she called again this time, Qin Sheng felt bad if he turned her down again. At this moment, the crisis had been resolved and he finally found time to spend with Lin Xin. There was no excuse to reject her again, lest she became mad at him.

By the time Qin Sheng arrived at Fudan Univeristy in his car, Lin Xin was already waiting for him at the school gate. Many people knew Lin Xin because she was Fudan University's campus belle. All the more because social media was so widespread nowadays.

No one could stand against the kismet of meeting one's nemesis. When Qin Sheng finally arrived at Fudan University, he bumped into Tan Zhen, who was the rich man's kid who previously confessed his affection for Lin Xin. While the two did not end up a pair, they became friends, at least it appeared to be so.

While Lin Xin was standing by Qin Sheng, Tan Zhen had just returned from his meal with his classmates, and they came face to face with each other. What an awkward moment, and the Mercedes S400 parked beside them made it worse. Some of the university students even gave Lin Xin a scornful look.

Qin Sheng, not wanting Lin Xin to feel uneasy, walked up to Tan Zhen and his classmates after he greeted Lin Xin, put his hand on Tan Zhen's shoulder and led him to one side. Qin Sheng then offered him a cigarette, which Tan Zhen took without hesitation and lit up for a puff.

”So you are Tan Zhen?” Qin Sheng asked casually.

Tan Zhen was after all still an university student and he could hardly carry himself with poise before Qin Sheng. Moreover, he was given a tight slap by Qin Sheng on the last occasion. He blurted out bluntly, ”Indeed my name is Tan Zhen, what do you want?”

”So you like Lin Xin?” Qin Sheng continued with his questions. It was normal for pretty girls to be surrounded by men who instinctly wanted to protect them. Among these protective men, some would just laugh it off if he were rejected by the pretty girl, while some would become jealous. Qin Sheng could not be sure which category Tan Zhen fell under, however, he did not seem to be like the latter. Lin Xin was still a naive girl so it would not do her good if someone in school come to bear a grudge against her. Qin Sheng wanted to test if Tan Zhen was such a person.

Tan Zhen was certain that Qin Sheng was his rival in love, and he would definitely not be kind to Qin Sehng. He coldly said, ”Whether I like Lin Xin or not is none of your business. There is no need for you to show off even if you have won her heart. Do you think by driving a Mercedes, you can show yourself to be some rich guy?”

”Are you certain you want to speak to me in this manner?” Qin Sheng said, as he tried to not to laugh.

Tan Zhen snorted and said, ”Why? Should I then treat you like my brother?”

”Do you think I'm Lin Xin's boyfriend?” Qin Sheng continued to humor him.

Tan Zhen did not get Qin Sheng's words. He frowned and asked, ”What do you mean?”

”I'm actually Lin Xin's cousin,” Qin Sheng said calmly.

For a while, Tan Zhen did not know how to react to this information. He stood there, dazed. He glared at Qin Sheng and his facial expression changed from that of shock to frustration, then to surprise, and finally elation.

After a long pause, when Tan Zhen recovered from his shock, his attitude turned around entirely and with a polite tone, he said to Qin Sheng, ”Cousin, it's my mistake. Please don't take what I said to heart, I'm such an ignorant idiot.”

Lin Xin, who was standing a distance away, did not understand why the two man was chatting but refused to let her to go near them. Tan Zhen's friends were all the more perplexed. Why were Tan Zhen and his rival in love enjoying talking to each other so much, were they sworn brothers or something?

”I love your attitude,” said Qin Sheng, patting Tan Zhen's shoulders. Qin Sheng looked at Tan Zhen with approval and said, ”Now can you answer my question of whether you have a soft spot for Lin Xin?”

”Cousin... I mean big brother, I really like Lin Xin. Actually it's been two years since I've had feelings for her,” Tan Zhen bowed slightly, trying to sound sincere.

Qin Sheng nodded and said, ”Some changes happened in Lin Xin's family. She was determined to study hard during her university days and had expressed her wishes to stay away from any romantic relationships. I suppose you understand what I mean. However, if you keep up good behavior, I might give you a hand.”