Chapter Ninety-eight

  Deng Weilun withdrew his gaze and let out a cold snort, causing Wu Lao San, who was standing beside him and didn't dare to speak, to shudder all over.

  He knew Deng Weilun was angry!

  He never expected that today would turn out like this, the Garrison Commander of Hong Kong and the Police Commissioner of West Kowloon appeared together in a newly opened roast goose restaurant, and... it seemed... they were both invited by someone?

  And that person was actually the little girl he had just scolded and called a "three-eight" (a derogatory term for a woman)!

  Wu Lao San felt a bit dizzy, and the simultaneous appearance of Xiong Renyi and Deng Weilun made him feel somewhat eerie. Wasn't it that Xiang Yongkang really had some skills? Who was the real master, Xiang Yongkang or his niece?

  Wu Lao San never thought things would turn out this way, just a moment ago he was still smiling and greeting the Western Kowloon Chief Superintendent... even more so with a scornful face insulting Xiang Yong Kang... but in the end...

  He can't react at all now, he was unreasonable from the start, pretending to be Deng Weilun's master in the outside world, and now the real master is here, how dare he be arrogant!

  Look at Wu Lao San's bitter face, he was still there, Lv Da Wei and Zhao Jing Si didn't say a word to each other, they directly used the excuse that there were still things to be handled at the police station, and hastily left...

  Only Wang Dongcai was left with a terrified face, still not coming back to his senses from being self-satisfied...

  Wang Donglai was shocked to see Ai Ziqing dare to fight with Wu Lao San, and then he felt a surge of joy! With Wu Lao San's temperament, after being slapped today, if he didn't demolish the Item family, he wouldn't give up! But he didn't expect what happened next would turn things around for him! The originally arrogant Wu Lao San almost got killed, and the one who stood up for the Item family was actually a commander!

  He never thought that even Deng Weilun, who usually stays at home, would also be here today to congratulate Xiang Ji.

  He secretly glanced at Ai Zi Qing, really couldn't figure out the ins and outs of things. Since he last met Ai Zi Qing and his gang, he had been in big trouble with Zhao Jing Shu, and also made Zhao Jing Shu very unhappy, and never paid attention to Wang Dong again.

  This time he finally managed to use the loan shark case as an excuse to entertain two police officers, in order to save face, but unexpectedly caused such a scene!

  Damn it, Wang Dong slapped himself in the face. His mind was extremely confused at this time. When did Xiang Yongkang have such skills?! Wasn't he the one who begged his brother-in-law for help because of his child's tuition fees?

  It's clear that they're no longer the same! They've risen to great heights!

  It wasn't until now that Wang Donglai took a good look at Xiang Yongkang's newly opened store, and with his changed mindset, he couldn't help but secretly admire it. The storefront was unexpectedly elegant, neither giving off an intimidatingly grand impression that would make people hesitant to enter, nor making one feel like it was low-end or shabby.

  This elegant environment is like an ancient tavern, and as soon as you enter, your eyes will light up. Especially when you smell that fragrant aroma, plus the secret roast goose in the delicate ceramic basin on the red wood antique table, it greatly increases your appetite!

  Roughly sizing it up, looking at this storefront that was only two stories high but had a very spacious area, Wang Donglai felt that the only four words swirling in his mind were... overnight success.

  He had always thought that Xiang Yongkang was useless before Wang Dong came, and naturally looked down on him. Not only did he suppress him everywhere, but also often ridiculed him. Even this time, he didn't think Xiang Yongkang could turn things around with this, after all, in his eyes, a waste of several decades, how could it suddenly reach such a level? Moreover, Xiang Yongkang had also been trying to expand the store before, but every time because of pressure from all sides and lack of financial resources, he was unable to achieve his goal.

  Xiang Yongkang wasn't someone who never asked for help, it's just that he never believed that a useless person like him had any abilities, and he didn't think much of his roast goose shop either. If selling roast goose could make one rich, Xiang Yongkang wouldn't still be living with his wife and daughter in a cramped room at middle age, without even having a proper house!

  But what kind of dogshit luck did this Xiang Yongkang have! He actually opened a shop and got the Director of Public Security and the Commander of the Army to come and congratulate him? And who is that Miss Ai who calls him Uncle Xiang, anyway?

  Wang Dong's face turned somewhat pale, he knew that no matter who the other person was, they were not someone at his level could reach. From the two encounters and conflicts, it was clear that the other person was on a completely different plane, far above him. No matter what the other person's identity was, there was only one fact now: Xiang Yongkang was no longer someone he could insult at will...

  A strange sense of loss surged up in Wang Dong's heart, watching with his own eyes as a waste he had looked down on was now walking ahead of him, and might even be in a position that he could no longer reach. The unspoken gap made him extremely anxious. Raising his head again, he saw Director Deng and Commander Xiong following behind Miss Ai and Xiang Yongkang as they walked up to the second floor. That place... was it a private room?

  He turned his head weakly and saw Wu Lao San, who was equally pale and defeated beside him. At this time, Wang Dong had no intention of making friends with him again. He regretted his previous selfish behavior, only because he had been touched by the cold gaze of Wang Xi Qin, did he suddenly realize that they hated him so much, already hated to the point of not wanting to hate anymore!

  At this moment, the happiest person is naturally Xiang Yongkang. He thought back and remembered that he was worried that Wu Lao San would make a comeback and they wouldn't be able to rest easy. Then there was Ai Ziqing's confident words and her smile that seemed to know everything...

  Isn't it just as expected!

  With a heart full of admiration, Xiang Yongkang smiled and led the way for the two high-ranking officials. He knew that what happened today would spread in various ways tomorrow, and his reputation would become more and more famous. Not to mention anything else, just talking about the mentality of ordinary people who love to join in on the fun, as soon as they heard the rumors, they would definitely ask about Xiang's roast goose. At that time, he would hang up the "Hong Kong's Best" written by Director Deng himself at the door, and wouldn't it attract customers like clouds?

  ……

  After dinner with Xiong Renyi and Deng Weilun, Ai Ziqing and Xiang Yao walked back to school in the warm glow of sunset. Today's elaborate setup was also intended to indirectly resolve some potential troubles that Xiang might encounter after becoming famous, such as harassment from thugs, trouble from Wu Lao San, and being targeted by jealous people when her business takes off.

  Since there is already a Wu Lao San, it's inevitable that there will be a second, third and more 'Wu bosses' who covet the secret recipe of Yiren Ji.

  So today's arrangement is also for laying a good foundation in the future.

  She is looking forward to the effect this public opinion can bring...

  With this mood, Ai Zi Qing pulled Xiang Yao into the school gate.

  "Ah, today I saw Wang Dong come that dying look, my stomach almost burst laughing, it's simply too delightful!" Xiang Yao has repeated this sentence nearly ten times, making Ai Zi Qing's ears almost grind into calluses, but she still enjoys it.

  In Ai Zi Qing's helpless expression, Xiang Yao finally slumped her shoulders and asked weakly: "Really going to move into the new house?"

  Ai Zi Qing nodded slightly and smiled: "Bei Bei needs someone to take care of her, I don't feel at ease with her being alone."

  Xiang Yao and the three people in her dormitory had all met Beibei before, and they all liked her very much. However, when they heard that Ai Zi Qing was going to move out of the dormitory, the three of them shook their heads, saying that it was hard for the few people in room 401 to get together to eat, drink and have fun, and they couldn't lose Dalu Mei (Ai Zi Qing's nickname). If the school arranged for someone else to come over, they would definitely not go easy on her.

  This remark left Ai Zi Qing crying and laughing at the same time, and she didn't know whether to laugh or cry when explaining it.

  "Don't worry, I haven't quit school, it's just that I need to take care of BeiBei for now and have to live outside for a while. I've also asked for leave from school, so the school shouldn't arrange someone else to move into my dorm." Ai Zi Qing said reassuringly as soon as Xiang Yao brought up the matter, her face slightly downcast.

  Xiang Yao pursed her lips and furrowed her brow, finally sighing helplessly. After all, once Ai Zi Qing made up her mind, even a nine-headed cow couldn't change it. What else could she do but help pack their luggage?

  The two of them passed by the basketball court, where a fierce competition was underway. Just then, a ball bounced off the backboard and flew straight towards Ai Zi Qing and Xiang Yao, who were passing by.

  Ai Zi Qing slightly shifted her body, stretched out her hand to catch the basketball, and then mimicked the motion of shooting a ball, lifting her hand, jumping off the ground with one foot, and flicking her wrist, sending the basketball flying towards the hoop...

  Both sides stopped in their tracks, gazing involuntarily at the slender figure shooting hoops under the sunset. The delicate silhouette stood out against the warm glow of the setting sun, looking particularly hazy and beautiful. Especially when she moved, her neat hair swayed gently, adding a touch of feminine suppleness. With a standard flick of her wrist, the ball left her hand, tracing a beautiful arc in mid-air...

  Bang

  The basketball slammed onto the backboard, still a good distance away from the net...

  In the midst of whispers, Ai Zi Qing smiled with her arms crossed, her footsteps becoming increasingly light, which caused Xiang Yao to roll her eyes in exasperation. This mainland girl was simply beyond reason!

  In Xiang Yao's impression, Ai Zi Qing has always lived a carefree life, with a free and easy attitude.

  Neither other people's praise nor the whisper just now could move her a bit, as if she had never cared about others' gaze.

  Whether it's that simple and plain cheap T-shirt in the eyes of others, or that canvas backpack she often slings over her shoulder making people think it's tacky, she just smiles lightly and says two words: comfortable.

  At the same time as she was vomiting blood in frustration, Xiang Yao couldn't help but start admiring Ai Zi Qing's calm and carefree attitude towards life. Yes, she lived very comfortably, although she had a lot of money, although she could casually write out checks worth millions to invest in businesses, and she could also change your life upside down in an instant. However, she still wore 180 yuan casual shirts, ate 5 yuan bowls of mixed noodles, and could even haggle with the carpet boss over a few extra dollars...

  Xiang Yao finally came to a conclusion that was the same as Han Mu Li's, Ai Zi Qing's mind was absolutely abnormal... and it was very likely that she was a pervert.

  Ai Ziying, who was relaxing and enjoying the sunset on the side, didn't know what Xiang Yao was thinking in her heart. She was just thinking about whether she should send Beibei to David's house for tomorrow's banquet.