Chapter 370 - A Slap Across the Face (1/2)

Due to the difference in cultures in places, every place has a different value system.

For example, in Dongbei, the majority of people felt that as long as you were rich, you were the boss. They felt that money was powerful and there was nothing you could not do with money. Many people became government officials just to earn money. A small leader could earn up to billions, so the corruption in Dongbei was very serious. The neighboring city of Shangdong was exactly the opposite. Hometown to Kong Meng, this city had been influenced by traditional ideas. Those who wanted to earn big money only wanted to become an official at most. For example, those five fake ministers. They bought their way from being businessmen up to the vice-ministerial level. Needless to say, how many big shots in the government and army came out of Shandong all these years? There was a joke that said that the highest praise a Shandong elder could give a younger one was that this kid would grow up to be an officer.

The cultures in Jiangsu, Zhejiang, Shanghai, and Sijiu City were also different. In Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Shanghai, the emphasis was on becoming rich and successful together. Everyone benefitted from their connections, and by taking what they needed, they maximized profits.

But in Sijiu City’s wealthy circle, the emphasis was on background and talent. This circle’s entry requirement was very high and it was difficult to get in. Everyone had a very strong backer supporting them. Not only were they representing themselves, but more so, their family, etc. Their status was different from most people’s. The majority of them were very wary of others. They knew very well that many people only got close to them just for the backer that was supporting them.

Hence, those who could play in the same circle were either childhood friends who could trust each other or those whose parents knew each other, so there was double assurance.

Therefore, it could also be seen that there were many chaotic social circles in Sijiu City. Many people happily mixed around in these circles, but how many of them truly became associated with the rich and powerful?

So, even though Brother Zhao and Third Sister patronized this place quite often, they had never become close with anyone so easily. People hated it. If your talent was on a different level, then all their effort would be in vain.

The private room in the bar was decorated simply, as its main purpose was to provide customers with a place to chit-chat or have a personal space to play Night Has Fallen and other table games without disturbing others or being disturbed by others.

After the crowd went in, Ma Weiyang still pulled on Qin Sheng and did not let go. Qin Ran did not know whether to laugh or cry. “Ponytail, this is my younger brother, not yours! Can you please control yourself? If you’ve had your eyes on him, it’s not too late to get a divorce.”

Ponytail answered quite indifferently, “Your brother is my brother. How could I possibly not know how you’ve spent all these years? Besides, I haven’t seen little Shengzi in more than 20 years, so of course I must take a good look at him. If you’re willing, and little Shengzi is willing, I don’t mind becoming his lover.”

“You’re so shameless.” Qin Ran laughed and scolded her.

Qin Sheng was helpless. How could this beautiful lady be so direct and not care about his feelings? Meanwhile, the other two men saw Qin Sheng’s helplessness as well as Sister Ran and Ponytail’s fight and were having a good time laughing about it. However, the center of their focus was still on Sister Ran’s younger brother who had appeared suddenly.

Zhang Da did not come in with them. He had to tell his buddies, like Fan Weizhi, the news. However, for some reason, no one picked up their phone. As it was the end of the year, perhaps everyone was busy doing work, attending work-related gatherings, etc. The rules did not allow them to check their phone, so it was understandable.

Only Fan Dezhi rushed over. In the beginning, he still did not believe it and told Zhang Da to not joke about such a thing. No matter how Zhang Da explained it, he still did not believe it. Fan Dezhi only rushed over when Zhang Da said that if he was lying to him, he would do whatever Fan Dezhi wanted.

After the call, Zhang Da then returned to the private room. He complained, “That idiot Fan Dezhi did not believe me.”

“Why did you call him? I still don’t want to let others know,” Qin Ran said with a frown. She did not expect Zhang Da to tell others and was surprised by it.

Zhang Da quickly replied, “Oh, oh, it’s my fault, my fault. I was just too happy. But fortunately, he’s coming now and others either missed the call or did not believe it at all.”

Ma Weiyang could not be bothered to listen to his excuses. She snorted, “Can you not act so rashly? You’ve yet to find out what is happening and you’re already telling everyone! No wonder you still haven’t made it to the general headquarters and can only be in charge of the small companies.”

Zhang Da rebutted, “I’m fine with that.”

Ma Weiyang glared at him, not finding it in herself to start an argument. When this bunch of people gathered, they were always dissing each other, yet their relationships never went astray.

“Ranran, tell us, when did you find little Shengzi?” Ma Weiyang asked excitedly.

Qin Ran did not know how to explain herself. She pondered a while then said, “Actually, we had tracked him down last year, but the old man kept it a secret. Even I only found about it this year. I have to say, he did a great job of hiding it.”

“Master Qin is so strong! More than 20 years have passed, and we already lost hope, yet he could still persevere and look for little Shengzi. Indeed, God will surely reward those who are good-hearted. Finally, your old man now has a successor!” Zhang Da praised him sincerely. He did not admire many people, but Master Qin was definitely one of them. If his family had not disagreed, he would have volunteered to be his godson already.

Ma Weiyang echoed emotionally from the side, “Master Qin is indeed Master Qin.”

Qin Ran continued, “You still remember going to Shanghai with me a while ago? Do you know why I had to go cause a scene? It was to help my brother seek justice. But this thing has yet to end, so we will need to deal with it sooner or later.”

Hearing this, Ma Weiyang stood up immediately. “Oh God, so that’s why! How dare that bastard bully little Shengzi? He has absolutely crossed the line! Ranran, why didn’t you tell me this earlier? I would have made sure he couldn’t eat and had to crawl around. How could I have let him go so easily?”

Zhang Da squinted his eyes, finally understanding what happened last time. No wonder Qin Ran was so pissed. He laughed coldly. “Oh, so it’s like that. Gotcha.”

Qin Sheng was a little confused, but he could mostly grasp what was going on. If he was right, his sister must have gone to Shanghai to look for Yan Chaozong.

“Sis, leave it to me,” he said casually.

Qin Ran chucked. “I know, but my heart still aches.”