Chapter 298 Hiding the Truth (1/2)

Now, Qin Sheng was already the prey in Yan Chaozong and Qu Huanxi’s hunting game.

For Qu Huanxi, he could show this off in front of others, but he dared not be so unscrupulous in front of Yan Chaozong. Though Qu Huanxi’s grandfather was somebody in Jiangsu and Zhejiang provinces, his family started from an illicit business, shouldering original sins and lacking in history and achievements. If any big shots wanted to take the Qu family down, it would be quite easy and the family had no power to strike back. And similar cases happened a lot in recent years. They might swagger for a time, but the danger of being eliminated always existed since they had done something unclean.

But the Yan family, which was a rich and powerful family with hundreds of years of history in Jiangsu Province, Zhejiang Province, and Shanghai, was totally different. Let alone it was a big shot in Shanghai now, adding to that the Yan family had quite many branches and relations by marriage, the Yans were an invincible power that the Qus would never be mentioned with in the same breath.

This was the disparity between the overnight millionaire and the wealthy and powerful big shot.

Meanwhile, the atmosphere in the study of Jiuxi Rose Garden was awkward. Qin Sheng was too embarrassed to face Cao Da. Cao Da felt surprised about the truth, but did not mean to blame Qin Sheng for this. Why? Qin Changan was behind Qin Sheng for back up. He was even not afraid that Qin Sheng might exhaust all of his wealth. After all, he had led a worthwhile life, but his son Cao Zhang needed a ticket to the upper class. What he did for Qin Sheng now would get repaid someday, and it would be worth a lot.

This was a deal that anybody was willing to get involved in, deserving his taking adventure.

Cao Da said nothing, thinking about what had happened in Hangzhou recently. Did Qin Changan know this, since he was far away in Beijing? He had no idea that Qin Changan had been in Hangzhou and had reached some agreement with Master Liu. Master Liu, of course, had received his special “payment”. Owing to Qin Changan’s relations, the prices of Master Liu’s works had been assessed much higher.

“Uncle Cao, this is totally my fault. I’m really sorry for letting you suffer such a great loss. I’ll take the responsibility. I’ll quit,” Qin Sheng said, upset.

Cao Da squinted and stared at Qin Sheng. He said, “This is your decision? Are you taken down by this incident? You’re still so young. Don’t worry that much. Now that I chose to invest in your business, I believe in your potential. This is not a big storm. Though I haven’t been involved in these things in recent years, it’s not hard for me to handle one more.”

“Uncle Cao…” Hearing Cao Da’s comforting words, Qin Sheng felt even more guilty.

Cao Da waved his hands and said, “If this is your business, then just solve it yourself. If you need any help, I’m always ready to give it. As for this incident, let’s move on and never mention this anymore. Just do what you’re going to do. All right now.”

“Uncle Cao…” Qin Sheng was moved by his words.

Cao Da shook his head and said, “Life has its ups and downs. You have to experience these things when you’re young or you’ll feel regret when you’re old. You can lose anything but your confidence and courage. Sometimes, you even need a little pride to gain success. You should always tell yourself that you, Qin Sheng, will be a real big shot sooner or later. These were no more than some tests from the gods. One day, when you surmount all of these, standing on the peak, all the previous difficulties will be part of your life legend. Just go and do your thing.”

Cao Da was excited and enthusiastic when he put out the words. Qin Sheng was extremely grateful for this. He nodded and left.

Since the incident had happened, Qin Sheng was truly surprised that Cao Da did not blame him for the loss. But Qin Sheng did not take it for granted. He decided to make more effort to pay back Cao Da’s appreciation of him.

When Qin Sheng went downstairs, Mi Na was going out with Yu Er. She said with a smile, “Qin Sheng, visit us with Lin Su next time. I’ll cook something delicious for you. Recently, Lin Su and I chat a lot.”

Mi Na was at a similar age as them. She had a lot to chat about with Lin Su on WeChat and they frequently interacted on the social apps. Although Mi Na herself was unworthy to marry such a wealthy man as Cao Da, and people might gossip behind about this marriage, at least she would not suffer from the difficulties of life anymore.

Some might say difficulties are also the wealth of life. But difficulties could throw one off completely.

It was still early when Qin Sheng left Jiuxi Rose Garden, so he went to the company. He rarely went to the headquarters, and just asked Lao Zhou to manage the affairs there. Qin Sheng focused on the business of entertainment and catering. He did not mean to give Lao Zhou much leisure time, which would be a waste for the company. Now Lao Zhou had been capable of dealing with all the business and troubles. This was also why Cao Da began to suppress him.

Yu Fengzhi was in the company today, talking with Ms. An. Qin Sheng had given Yu Fengzhi a new position as the company’s vice manager, but she had to report everything to Ms. An. Qin Sheng was clear about Yu Fengzhi’s ability, which was wasted working in Guangyin LIVE. When Guangyin got on track, then she could do something else. Vice manager was a suitable position for her since Yu Fengzhi could be a competent rival of Lao Yu, good at controlling him. Besides, Ms. An had won the contracts of a couple of catering companies and been busy with searching out and selecting sites for new restaurants. Yu Fengzhi could help with this.

Ms. An and Yu Fengzhi did not leave after their talk. Ms. An asked Qin Sheng, “You don’t look well. You deserve a holiday after settling these things. I heard from Fengzhi that Lin Su is in Hangzhou. You can take a trip with her.”

“I’m fully occupied these days, but I like your idea, Ms. An. I must have a holiday and forget all these things then,” Qin Sheng said with a smile.

Yu Fengzhi seemed to be jealous. She said, “Someone cheated us to go to Hangzhou and then disappeared. Someone finds a new love and forget his old story.”

Qin Sheng got Yu Fengzhi’s hint and felt awkward. So he said nothing in response.

Ms. An was willing to be a bystander and said, “Fengzhi, if you like Qin Sheng, just go for it. You’ll lose your chance if they marry one day. I’m with you.”

“But I’m afraid someone doesn’t give me any chance,” Yu Fengzhi answered.

Qin Sheng hid his embarrassment behind his smile and said, “You two, don’t kid me.”

They chatted a few words, and Qin Sheng seized a chance to leave, avoiding more teasing from the two women.

When he went back to the Golden Coast, it was 11:30 a.m. Qin Sheng smelled the aroma from the kitchen and heard the sound of laughter the moment he opened the door.