Grand Opening (C) 052

  A group of people swaggered over on the road. The leader was none other than Xu Yisan, Xu Lao Da. He had shaved his original bald head into a shiny scalp, wearing a plaid shirt, and fiddling with two large marbles in his left hand, occasionally making an ear-piercing squeaking sound that made people's skin crawl. Behind him, apart from Fu Chong, Li Jintao, Ao Lun, and others, there were also several burly men. The whole group walked on the road with a menacing aura, Wang Ao Xuan glanced at Ao Lun among them, his expression and gaze frozen, he seemed to be unable to believe his eyes, unwilling to believe that his former brother would follow his current opponent, his teeth clenched in anger. Pang Jiang saw Wang Ao Xuan's ferocious face and walked over to ask:

  "Ao Xuan, what's going on? You look like something is wrong, is there anything?"

  "There's no Jiang Shu, I just saw my former brother by Xu Lao Da's side." Wang Ao Xuan lowered his head in shame.

  "When employing people, don't suspect them, and when suspecting people, don't employ them. Everyone will associate with some losers. Don't worry, don't think too much, today no matter who it is, even if it's the enemy who killed your father, we must treat them with courtesy, and make sure today's opening goes smoothly. After today, whatever you need, just speak up, and Uncle Jiang will fully support you. Next, follow my lead, don't be impulsive, lest you mess things up."

  Wang Ao Xuan nodded, his ten fingers clenched tightly together, and the sound of bones cracking echoed out.

  "Director Yang, congratulations on the opening of your new business. On such a grand opening day, you didn't even invite me to have a drink, and instead made me come uninvited. Brother, this isn't right." Xu Yisan's words were meant to embarrass Yang Jing from the start.

  Yang Jing smiled calmly and said, "Where, where, Mr. Xu is busy with a million things to attend to, and on top of that, the county's industries have been quite busy lately, many of the guests are temporary invitations, I also rushed over this morning, if there's anything not done properly, I hope Mr. Xu can forgive me."

  Pang Jiang saw that the visitor was not in good spirits, so he went up to greet him and grasped Xu Yisan's hand, saying: "Elder Xu, your arrival at our humble abode is a great honor. Please come inside and have some tea; we'll also be having dinner soon."

  Xu Yisan glanced at Pang Jiang beside him, let out a long sigh and said: "Oh, I thought it was someone else, turns out it's Old Pang the Jade-faced Fox. Can't stay in the county town anymore, huh? Ran to this small town to cool off, eh? Alright, today I'm not here to see you, but to congratulate Boss Yang instead. Congratulations on finding such a great helper, and congratulations on raising such a good nephew!"

  Pang Jiang was infuriated by Xu Yi's few words, and just as he was about to erupt, Yang Jing stepped forward and grabbed him. Yang Jing's face looked unpleasant, but he still managed to squeeze out a smile and said: "Xu Lao Da, your momentum seems to be not here to support me, brother, but rather to smash my signboard. You scolded my brother, then came to mock my nephew, I think there's only one purpose. However, today is my opening day, and I hope Xu Lao Da can yield a step and give me some face. Another day, I'll come visit you at your doorstep."

  "Director Yang says this, I don't like to hear it. The whole town knows that I, Xu Lao San, have always attached importance to relationships and righteousness. I would never take the initiative to provoke anyone, and I always give people enough face. But Director Yang says this, and I feel like an outsider, and also feel that I am being overbearing. Kids, do you think I'm being overbearing or not?"

  "Unruly" was only heard from the younger brothers standing behind Xi Yisan shouting in unison!

  The scene was becoming increasingly awkward, and Yang Jing just hoped to get rid of the strange man, Xu Yisan, as soon as possible. However, Xu Yisan refused to leave, choosing instead to stand outside the door, defiantly facing off against them. The two sides were at a stalemate.

  Wang Ao Xuan, Luo Xian Jun, and Wen Yu Qi stood frozen in place, their fists clenched and their eyes fixed on Xu Yisan with a fierce glare. Yang Jing and Xu Yisan locked eyes, both of them seething with hatred for the other.

  Yang Jing glanced up at the sky, twisted his arm, and suddenly burst out laughing. The people around him felt a sense of unease at his sudden laughter, and Xu Yisan, feigning calmness, said: "Mr. Yang, why are you laughing so suddenly? Are you looking down on me, old man Xu?"

  "Xu Lao Da, I'm glad you could make it today, it's an honor for me, Yang Jing. However, on this joyful day, I don't want anything unpleasant to happen. If you still consider me, Yang Jing, a person in your heart, I'd like to say two things: Firstly, please enter the inner hall now, where there are many esteemed guests, including those you've been wanting to meet. Secondly, please leave, and if there's any aftermath or if you feel stifled, you can have your Yi Meng people come and clean up after me later. I can protect my own scene, it's my skill, and you can sweep the scene, it's your charisma."

  As for Yang Jing's words being so resolute, Xu Yisan was momentarily at a loss for how to refute him. With anger in his tone, he said: "Fine, fine, very good, Director Yang! Today I, Xu Old Third, will owe you one favor, but after today, there are many things that I, Xu Old Third, must clarify with Director Yang. Let's go inside."

  After finishing speaking, Xu Yisan led his men into the inner hall. At this time, Yang Jing's face was full of anger, and he said to Wang Ao Xuan behind him: "Ao Xuan, today everything must be endured by me. Now go and let the band play music and dance. We will enter the inner hall first, and the banquet will start soon."

  Yang Jing and Pang Jiang squeezed out a smile as they entered the inner hall, while Wang Ao Xuan led Luo Xian Jun and Wen Yu Qi towards the front. Before long, there were loud explosions and firecrackers going off in unison with the music. Wang Ao Xuan expressionlessly entered the inner hall, where he saw Xu Lao San continuously greeting people inside, his anger simmering just below the surface. He walked up to Yang Jing and sat down beside him. Yang Jing, Pang Jiang, Wang Ao Xuan, Luo Xian Jun, Wen Yu Qi, and Liang Ju Zhang were all seated at the same table. After the dishes were served, Yang Jing stood up first, filled a cup with wine, and addressed everyone present: "Today is my first day in town as Yang Jing, thank you to each and every one of you for your support. Today's menu is simple, and the wine isn't some aged vintage, I hope you won't look down on it. If in the future there's anything that requires my assistance, just say a word - as long as it's within my capabilities, I'll definitely take care of it. Let me thank everyone for being able to gather so many big shots today. If anyone has any dissatisfaction with me, Yang Mou, please speak up."

  As soon as this was said, everyone present began to discuss it, and Xu Yisan also picked up his wine cup and said: "A wise man does not do things in secret. Some people rely on their backstage connections to insert flags everywhere, deceiving their subordinates and plotting to stir up trouble, what kind of logic is that?"

  "Please instruct me, Lord Yang, how to plant the flag, how to make a timely move, and how to get my subordinates to stir up trouble."

  Everyone's gaze turned to the two of them, and it seemed like a powder keg was about to explode. Xi San smiled wryly and said: "Today is your good day, Yang Jing, I shouldn't have ruined the mood, but what I did was indeed somewhat unorthodox. However, I'd rather be a gentleman than a petty person. My nature has always been straightforward. Whether or not you've done it, I don't want to say much, but as someone who is your senior in status, you actually instructed your nephew to crazily bully my child, forcing them to be afraid of going to school. Yang Jing, shouldn't you give me an explanation?"

  Yang Jing was about to speak, but was pulled back by Wang Ao Xuan. Wang Ao Xuan picked up a bottle of wine and walked in front of Xu Yi San: "Xu Lao Da, you are my senior, I don't have the qualifications to talk to you or interrupt you. I want to tell you something, listen. In the past, my grades were very good, but I was forced by some so-called people to say things that made me not dare to read books. So, I found out that to change the situation, I must become stronger myself. Fortunately, I met a group of good brothers and we worked hard together, finally standing on our own feet. My uncle didn't let me hit anyone, instead he always hoped I would study well. Everything depends on myself, yes, I did hit your subordinates, but it's because I'm not as skilled as others, can't blame others. I can tell you directly, many times I could have made your subordinates disappear in the town, but I didn't do that, because I respect you. If you still don't understand and won't forgive, then so be it."

  Only to see Wang Ao Xuan open the wine and drink it vigorously, more than half a bottle of white wine was drunk by Wang Ao Xuan, who was only in junior high school. Everyone present was shocked and amazed. At this time, Guo Lao, sitting next to Xu Yi San, stood up and said:

  "Alright, that's enough, Old Xu. Don't be too hard on others. I've met Ao Xuan before and I, Guo Zhenxiong, really like this kid. And I can say for sure, this kid won't have a simple future. Look at you, getting involved in the kids' little fights? Are you feeling a bit stifled as the big brother? Today, with me, Guo Zhenxiong here, I don't want any unpleasant things to happen."

  When Guo Zhenxiong finished speaking, no one in the room dared to speak up. Xu Yisan lowered his head and stopped arguing, dejectedly sitting down. Wang Ao Xuan walked over to Guo Zhenxiong's side and bowed deeply, Guo Zhenxiong smiled and nodded slightly. The woman beside Guo Zhenxiong gave Wang Ao Xuan a thumbs up.

  Wang Ao Xuan walked back to his seat, sat down, and felt dizzy. He endured it, as Xu Yi San and Yang Jing toasted each other, the atmosphere reached its peak. Wang Ao Xuan didn't have the strength to stand up, so he quickly told Luo Xian Jun beside him: "Let Xiao Bin take the brothers to eat, after eating, go back directly... You guys will also bring me back later. I'm not doing well now, my head is dizzy."

  Lu Xianjun nodded. At this time, Wang Ao Xuan endured a severe headache and stared at Li Jintao and Ao Lun with his eyes fixed on them, his eyes bursting with anger!