章節 25: The virtues accumulated by ancestors
Zhou Yunkang said without any concealment: "I have no choice. In Zhang Yongfu's eyes, I can only hide myself. Otherwise, I would never have survived until now, even if I am his son-in-law. I am just trying to protect myself!"
Chen Liuhe quipped interestingly: "So, your clandestine affair with Zhang Yongfu's lover is also a deliberate deception to him? You want him to believe that someone like you, who is full of cleverness, will not amount to anything, so that he can relax his guard against you."
Zhou Yunkang did not deny it. Chen Liuhe lightly tapped the table, looking at Zhou Yunkang with some admiration: "It seems that being a 'phoenix man' is not enough to satisfy your desires."
Zhou Yunkang said: "Zhang Yongfu is old. When one is old, they should give more opportunities to the young. If he is still greedy for power and authority at his age, then he is an old dog and an old thief. I have done nothing wrong."
"You are really bold. You dare to tell me these things? Aren't you afraid that I will expose your ambitions? If this reaches Zhang Yongfu's ears, I am very interested to see how he will deal with it, even if it means sacrificing family for justice." Chen Liuhe's smile was full of mockery.
"I had no choice. I waited for too long without any opportunity. Zhang Yongfu, this old fox, is too cautious. He does not trust anyone, not until you appeared, giving me hope for a turnaround. So, I had to take a gamble." Zhou Yunkang said.
Chen Liuhe smirked and said: "Putting your bet on me is obviously not a wise move. Don't you think you are insignificant compared to Zhang Yongfu? Even if cooperation is needed, it should be with him, not you, who is insignificant."
Zhou Yunkang remained undaunted or panicked. He calmly said: "That's impossible, because you and he will definitely become enemies. You don't understand Zhang Yongfu. He is as cunning as a mouse. If he sees you as a threat, he won't let you off."
After a pause, Zhou Yunkang continued: "Even if you sell me out to Zhang Yongfu for a favor, in the end, Zhang Yongfu will not remember your kindness. He will still think about how to kill you!"
"I must admit, you used that scaremongering phrase quite appropriately." Chen Liuhe said lightly. "But, I am curious about one thing. If I cooperate with you and help you rise in the Black Dragon Society, what benefits can you bring to me?"
Zhou Yunkang looked at Chen Liuhe and said: "It's simple. The Black Dragon Society can return all the shares of 'Golden Abundance,' and even help Qin Ruohan open a second and third club!"
Upon hearing this reason, Chen Liuhe was almost amused. He looked at Zhou Yunkang as if he were an idiot: "Zhou Yunkang, as long as you are not a fool, you should be able to see that the chips you are offering seem to have no substantial benefit to me? Why should I work like a horse and benefit Qin Ruohan, that foolish woman?"
At this point, Zhou Yunkang's brows furrowed, clearly not expecting Chen Liuhe to say such words. In his understanding, Chen Liuhe must have an extremely intimate relationship with Qin Ruohan, and it is very likely that he is Qin Ruohan's man.
Because Chen Liuhe, for Qin Ruohan, would go so far as to be enemies with the Black Dragon Society, and even more so to be at odds with Zhang Yongfu. He believed that Chen Liuhe would do anything for Qin Ruohan.
But it was obvious that he was wrong, completely wrong.
Chen Liuhe taunted: "Zhou Laoda, I think you should go to Qin Ruohan for cooperation instead of me."
Zhou Yunkang instinctively said: "No, Qin Ruohan is completely insignificant, just a woman who is powerless. If she is not tied to you, she is dispensable!"
After a pause, Zhou Yunkang stared deeply at Chen Liuhe and said: "Liu Ge, I always remember a sentence you said. You said you helped Qin Ruohan to seek great wealth and nobility. Now I can offer you wealth and nobility, several times or even ten times more than what Qin Ruohan can offer you."
He took a deep breath and continued: "As long as you agree, after it's done, I can make everything of Qin Ruohan's yours, whether you want her or her property. We can even share the resources of the Black Dragon Society!"
Chen Liuhe whistled: "Money and beauty, you have promised me everything. This is indeed tempting." After a pause, Chen Liuhe joked: "But I value loyalty and righteousness very much. What should I do? You want me to plunder a poor woman. I'm not as heartless as you."
"Liu Ge, I always remember a saying, 'All the world is full of profit; all the world is full of hustle and bustle for profit.' In this world, I have always believed that there is no absolute loyalty, only whether the betrayal is worth it." Zhou Yunkang tried to persuade Chen Liuhe. "We have the same enemy. We must stand in the same camp. As far as I know, Zhang Yongfu has already harbored murderous intentions towards you, and once he finds a suitable opportunity, he may strike at any time. Only by killing him can you be absolutely safe!"
Half an hour later, Chen Liuhe left the farmhouse with Zhou Yunkang. In the end, Chen Liuhe did not say whether he agreed to cooperate or not, but the profound meaning was understood by both. It could be seen from Zhou Yunkang's ecstatic eyes.
But the guy's current appearance can only be described as miserable, his whole face distorted, swollen, giving people chills.
Back at the club, Chen Liuhe's stomach grumbled, which made him full of resentment. Zhou Yunkang, that son of a bitch, was too engrossed in conspiracy theories at noon and didn't even eat a bite.
But on second thought, seeing Zhou Yunkang's pitiful appearance, Chen Liuhe really had no appetite.
He pulled Huang Bai, who had already come to work, and the two found a small noodle shop to have a meal. Of course, Chen Liuhe, the perennially penniless guy, would never foot the bill, and it was finally waved off by Captain Huang, who had turned into a rich man.
The sound of settling the bill was exceptionally loud and grand, turning a lunch that barely cost twenty dollars into a show of extravagance, with Huang Bai eating it up as if it were worth two thousand dollars.
Back in the office, Chen Liuhe sat on the boss's chair, lost in thought.
To be honest, Zhou Yunkang did surprise Chen Liuhe slightly. He was a truly cunning and ambitious person.
Chen Liuhe gave him a label.
However, Chen Liuhe was not very optimistic about Zhou Yunkang. Although he was not clear about the specific situation of the Black Dragon Society, Zhang Yongfu had created and operated it for so many years. Could it be so easily overturned by someone like Zhou Yunkang? Otherwise, Zhou Yunkang would not have endured for so long without daring to act.
Chen Liuhe had his own calculations. Whether he would help Zhou Yunkang or not depended on Zhou Yunkang's actual strength. If Zhou Yunkang could only talk on paper, he didn't mind adding fuel to the fire and watching the dog-eat-dog drama within the Black Dragon Society.
As for whether it would end with Zhang Yongfu sacrificing his family for justice, or Zhou Yunkang rising against the odds, it had nothing to do with him.
Of course, Chen Liuhe's tacit approval of Zhou Yunkang's cooperation proposal was not because of the benefits Zhou Yunkang offered. He had no great interest in Qin Ruohan's wealth and beauty. Even if he was interested, he would not use such despicable means. Comrade Chen Liuhe preferred to use his personal charm to conquer his prey wholeheartedly.
He was entirely because of Zhou Yunkang's words. Zhang Yongfu harbored murderous intentions towards him. Chen Liuhe did not doubt this. Standing from this perspective, he and Zhou Yunkang were indeed on the same side. For someone who wanted to kill him, Chen Liuhe would never show mercy.
Straightening out his thoughts, Chen Liuhe chuckled: "Zhang Yongfu is not a good person, and Zhou Yunkang is not a good person either. Now that the dogs are fighting, it saves me a lot of trouble. As for Qin Ruohan, she will unknowingly benefit me. What else can she offer besides offering herself?"
Chen Liuhe did not intend to tell Qin Ruohan about this matter. It was not that he did not trust Qin Ruohan, but Qin Ruohan seemed to have too many opinions and lacked a deep understanding. She knew too much, which could not only bring no benefits but could also cause trouble.
In the afternoon, which was the slow period for the club's business, Chen Liuhe idled away in the office, enjoying the air conditioning, playing with the computer, and taking naps, feeling extremely comfortable.
During dinner time, Chen Liuhe, as if glued to Huang Bai, who was a long-term meal ticket, dragged him along to eat at a food stall across from the club.
"Liu Ge, are you not going to pick up Xiaomei today?" Huang Bai asked cautiously, the more he interacted with this young man next to him, the more he felt that Chen Liuhe was an extremely profound figure in his eyes.
Chen Liuhe casually smiled and said, "No need. Shen Qingwu has accepted the olive branch extended by the Zhao family and will start working as a tutor at the Zhao family tonight. He believes that someone will take care of Xiaomei meticulously."
After a pause, Chen Liuhe explained, "Xiaomei took on a part-time tutoring job, eight to ten every night, with transportation provided and dinner included, for three thousand yuan a month." Chen Liuhe's face was quite proud.
Huang Bai grinned and said with admiration, "Xiaomei is a cultured person and a talented person. It's a blessing for that family to be able to hire Xiaomei. They are truly fortunate." There was no suspicion of flattery in his words, only the truth from his heart.
Chen Liuhe also grinned with great pride, "More than just fortunate, it's like they've burned incense for eight lifetimes and accumulated virtue from their ancestors."
Huang Bai nodded repeatedly.
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