835: 616 Heroes have emerged from youths since ancient times_2 835: 616 Heroes have emerged from youths since ancient times_2 Just like the greatest open strategy in history, the Granting of Favors Order.
Sometimes, even when you know you’re diving into a fire pit, you have to grit your teeth and jump in.
Between two evils, choose the lesser.
Better to invite the wolf into your house than to be torn apart by a pack of tigers and leopards.
The phantom car entered the heavily guarded Haojiang Inspectorate Mansion.
Which is also the visible center of supreme power on this land.
“Miss Lan, welcome, please follow me.”
Jiang Chen followed behind Lan Peizhi and, guided by the mansion staff, entered a bright reception room.
The two were not the only visitors today.
After entering the reception room, Jiang Chen saw several people sitting on the high-end sofas, including a few familiar faces.
“Mr.
Song, what a coincidence.”
He flashed a warm smile and took the initiative to greet him.
Song Chaoge, who was speaking with someone, turned around, and an appropriately surprised smile appeared on his face, handsome despite the ordinary glasses he wore.
“Brother Jiang, I didn’t expect to see you here.”
“I came to look around with Miss Lan.”
Jiang Chen was innocuously harmless.
Song Chaoge looked towards Lan Peizhi and greeted with a smile, “Aunt Lan.”
“Please, take a seat.”
Lan Peizhi nodded silently and sat down at a seat arranged by the staff.
Jiang Chen naturally sat beside her.
Apart from Song Chaoge, Geng Long was also present.
Beyond those two, Jiang Chen’s gaze particularly focused on a man who appeared to be in his thirties.
When he and Lan Peizhi entered, Song Chaoge had been chatting with this man, which indicated that this man was no ordinary individual.
Noticing Jiang Chen’s gaze, the man nodded amiably.
Jiang Chen responded with a smile.
The higher you go, the friendlier the people you meet seem to be.
Even when meeting Geng Long for the first time, he had been exceedingly polite.
Perhaps this was what you call sophistication.
Even if they despised each other to the bone, on the surface, they would meet with a smile.
“Miss Lan, it’s a pleasure, I am Ji Zhaohua.”
The man looked at Lan Peizhi and spoke with a smile.
Without Lan Peizhi’s introduction, Jiang Chen immediately understood the man’s identity, a member of the Ji Family from Canada.
Just look at that demeanor.
He hardly seemed like a competitor.
“Is Elder Ji doing well?”
Upon hearing this, Jiang Chen didn’t make any grand gestures and sat effortlessly on the soft sofa, but he couldn’t help raising his eyebrows.
It seemed like the first time he had heard Lan Peizhi speak in such a tone.
“Grandfather is in good health, thank you for your concern, Miss Lan.
He originally wanted to come back personally this time, but given his age and our family’s concerns, he couldn’t make the trip, so I came on his behalf.”
Unlike Meilijian, most people in Canada are ethnic Chinese, whose ancestors left Shenzhou generations ago, yet Ji Zhaohua’s Chinese is remarkably fluent.
This time guests from all over the world gathered in Haojiang, but right now in this reception room sat only those with yellow skin and black eyes.
It was clear to see that even though the Governor didn’t wish to offend anyone, when inviting guests, he still chose selectively.
Jiang Chen didn’t try to force his presence and sat quietly beside Lan Peizhi, his gaze involuntarily falling on the similarly taciturn Geng Long.
He noticed that, coincidentally, the other was also looking at him.
Jiang Chen’s face displayed a slight, measured smile.
Geng Long’s lips curved slightly, seemingly in response.
“Ladies and gentlemen, I apologize for the wait.
I’ve had some health issues recently and have only started feeling better today.”
The doors to the reception room opened again.
The master of the mansion finally walked in.
Seeing a person whom he had only seen on the news suddenly appear in real life indeed felt surreal, but Jiang Chen was no longer the fresh university graduate he once was.
He quickly adjusted his mindset, following Lan Peizhi and the others in the reception room as they all stood up to welcome him.
“I’ve kept you waiting.”
The highest official of Casino City had no airs about him and seemed like an affable and approachable senior.
“Governor He, I hope it’s nothing serious.
Do you need me to contact…” Song Chaoge immediately asked with concern.
Governor He waved his hand, “It’s an old problem, I can only deal with it slowly.
Chao Ge, when you visited last time, I was undergoing treatment.
I’m sorry for making you come for nothing, don’t mind it.”
Song Chaoge gave a wry smile, “You’re too kind, Governor.
I should be thankful to you for giving us the opportunity to gather together.”
His words had a deeper meaning.
Certain matters were best discussed in private, but the current arrangement was clearly untimely.
Governor He seemed to hear nothing amiss, his smile gentle, “Indeed, it’s not often we have such a lively gathering here.
Why are you all standing, please, take a seat.”
He Shou raised his hand slightly and then walked toward the empty seat of honor, his complexion ruddy, showing not the slightest sign of illness.
All old and cunning foxes.
Jiang Chen sighed to himself and sat back down.
“Seeing all of you, I really must admit that I have aged.” He Shou rested his hands on the sofa’s armrests and lamented, “The future belongs to your generation.”
“He Shou mustn’t say such things; we younger people still need guidance from experienced elders like you.”
Ji Zhaohua smiled and began, “When I was coming here, my grandfather specifically instructed me to visit He Shou and said that there are many aspects of him worth learning from.”
He Shou laughed heartily.
“Ji’s praise is too generous.
If we’re discussing learning, I should be learning from Elder Ji.
He has always been the pride of our Chinese people.”
“How is Elder Ji’s health?”
“In good condition, thank you for your concern, He Shou.”
“That’s good to hear.
A relaxed mind naturally leads to a healthy body.
Having raised such an outstanding descendant like you, I believe Elder Ji will surely live to a ripe old age.”
Individuals who excel in their fields each have their unique strengths.
Such beautiful pleasantries.
After exchanging niceties with Ji Zhaohua, He Shou’s gaze shifted to Lan Peizhi, not neglecting anyone.
“Miss Lan, you truly are a rare guest.”
Hearing Lan Peizhi addressed in such a manner, Jiang Chen felt somewhat odd, considering that although not old, this highest authority of Haojiang was nearing sixty.
Of course.
Jiang Chen also understood this was a sign of respect.
From this, Lan Peizhi’s influence was even more apparent.
“I didn’t want to bother He Shou, but my friend wanted to invest in Haojiang, so I brought him over to hear He Shou’s advice.”
Lan Peizhi spoke with a light and breezy air.
Yet, upon hearing this, everyone in the drawing-room couldn’t help but have their expressions waver slightly, no matter how deep their schemes ran.
Including Jiang Chen.
He suppressed the urge to turn his head and gained an even deeper understanding of the power of the Blood Guanyin.
He Shou’s intention in gathering them all together was to avoid discussing the issue of gambling licenses.
They all understood this unspoken agreement.
Yet, she ignored it and pierced directly through the pretense.
All eyes suddenly focused on Jiang Chen’s face.
He was the only one who followed into the drawing-room; the friend mentioned by Lan Peizhi, if not him, then who else?
At such times, one could truly appreciate the depth of people like He Shou; after a brief silence, and without showing any displeasure, his smile remained warm and friendly.
“I, of course, welcome investment in Haojiang.
However, I’m not very adept at business matters, so any advice might be difficult for me.”
Saying this, he looked at Jiang Chen, “The inland really is a land of outstanding people, how should I address you?”
“Hello He Shou, I am Jiang Chen.”
I am Jiang Chen.
Not “I’m called Jiang Chen.”
The difference of a single word conveyed diametrically different meanings.
Lan Peizhi’s lips curved into a slight, nearly imperceptible smile, seemingly pleased with Jiang Chen’s concise yet significant introduction.
Song Chao Ge watched Jiang Chen, who stood unfazed, adjusting his glasses.
Ji Zhaohua, meeting him for the first time, had a flicker in his gaze.
Geng Long’s expression remained impassive.
He Shou’s eyes took on a peculiar look.
“Jiang Chen.”
He nodded and seemed to mentally note the name, then laughed, “You must be in your twenties, correct?”
Jiang Chen nodded with a smile, “Yes, He Shou.”
“Truly, heroes emerge from youths.”
He Shou sighed.
“Buzz…”
A vibrating sound arose.
Geng Long, who had previously silenced his phone, took it out.
There were several missed calls.
Then a text message.
“Boss, we’ve arrived.”
At this moment.
At Haojiang Airport.
Several scruffy “tramps” walked out of the airport, looking around with the curious expressions of those who have never seen the world before.
Passersby couldn’t help but cast strange glances their way.