"That's more like it. Don't be like Old Jiang, that old fox. I've known him for ages.
My brother and I knew each other when we were young. Later, I went into business.
He also got into business after his career in government didn't go as planned.
He's the type to skim the cream off everything, so I'm warning you."
"Mr. Jiang has been very good to me. He's helped me a lot."
Guo Xuyang couldn't figure out how to respond to that.
"Old Qi, what bad things are you saying about me?
I can hear you right here."
Jiang Qixin said as he approached.
"I only say things about you when I know you're listening. If you weren't here, it would be harder for me to say.
Am I that kind of gossipy woman? I'm just telling my brother not to fall into your trap."
"This is a trap? That's outrageous.
I'm on the same boat as Brother Guo, sharing benefits and risks.
Brother Guo has several jade companies, do you want to take a stake?"
"I won't join in the fun with you guys.
This current situation is enough to give me a headache.
Besides, I know nothing about gambling on jade."
"If you don't know, isn't there Brother Guo? Why not try a piece?"
"No. This is too exciting. If your heart isn't strong enough, you'll need a defibrillator.
I'm still feeling a bit dizzy."
"You really don't want a stake?"
"I'm not playing. It's too stimulating. I want to live a few more years."
"Hahaha, don't regret it later."
"No regrets. You old rascal, you better not lie to my brother."
"How dare I? Brother Guo is my savior.
You think I'm like you, disowning my own kin."
"It can't be helped. My job is to offend people.
Everyone wants to make a quick buck, but the conditions don't allow it.
If it weren't for Brother Guo having the route through Alabama, he wouldn't even dream of these shares.
Brother, I'm not trying to pressure you, but everyone is waiting for you to deliver."
"Brother Qi, rest assured.
I've already spoken with Brother Liang, and we're preparing to set off in the next couple of days.
If all goes quickly, we'll have word within a week."
"Good. When you get back, I'll throw a party to welcome you and celebrate your success."
"I accept with all my heart and will do my utmost to facilitate this matter.
I'll have Tianye contact you directly then."
"Alright. Tianye is a good young man, take good care of him.
In the future, I plan for him to handle this line independently."
"That's quite a burden to place on him, aren't you afraid his small frame won't be able to handle it?"
"Don't you have him? I believe he can grow quickly through two or three years of experience."
"Alright. With your words, I can confidently let him try his best."
"Tianye, come over here and pour your uncle a drink."
Qi Fankun called out to Tianye.
"Brother Qi, you're going to make me sound old by calling me 'little brother'. I'm not even married yet."
"Just you wait. Brother, we've all been through it.
Looking at this table, who among them do you think is distant from you?"
Qi Fankun nudged with his mouth a few times.
At noon, Guo Yiyang came over with Li Minxi, Su Ran, and a few others.
They were all chatting with Iliana.
"Brother Qi, it's really not what you think."
"A man can be romantic without being lewd.
It's not about having three wives and four concubines, but it's normal to have three or five confidantes.
Especially when you can get along so harmoniously."
It had to be said that the older the ginger, the spicier it was. Qi Fankun had met these women only a few times in total.
This was the first time they were interacting at a banquet, and he had already figured out the group of women at a glance.
This was also because Qi Fankun had drunk too much at lunch and had gained significant insights.
Normally, he wouldn't have said these things to Guo Xuyang.
Men are out and about every day, so it's natural to encounter all sorts of women.
There isn't a man who is a hermit. When there's mutual consent and the right circumstances, it's very normal.
If you say he, Qi Fankun, has experienced more women than Guo Xuyang, it would be no less than him.
Even Mr. Jiang specifically requested four stunning women to serve him when he went to Shanghai, let alone himself.
How many people would fight tooth and nail to get a spot from Qi Fankun? Would you say he can truly control temptation?
He wouldn't believe it himself, let alone others.
The lunch was very enjoyable, and the conversation was pleasant.
After seeing Qi Fankun and his group off, the few of them gathered in Jiang Qixin's office and continued their discussion.
"Liang, you must ensure Yangzi's safety when you go to Alabama this time,"
Jiang Qixin specifically instructed.
"Don't worry, boss. Xiao Yu and I will both go," Lu Liang replied.
"Yes. Man proposes, God disposes.
Yangzi, if some things are truly impossible, don't force it."
"Understood, Mr. Jiang."
"You guys chat. I drank a bit too much at lunch and need to go upstairs to sleep. Will you stay for dinner?"
"You go rest, we'll leave shortly. We'll talk about dinner later," Guo Xuyang said.
"Alright. You guys chat. I'm old, my body can't compare to you young folks."
Jiang Qixin said, then went upstairs to rest.
"Yangzi, where did you meet Yangyang? She looks so familiar,"
Iliana asked Guo Xuyang.
"Stand together and let everyone see. Do you look alike?"
Guo Xuyang did not answer Iliana's question.
"Yes, they look so much alike. They're practically twins," Li Minxi said.
Guo Yiyang and Iliana stood together, and the more they looked, the more they resembled twins.
"With technology being so advanced now, why don't you two get a couple of strands of hair to do a DNA test?" Li Minxi suggested.
A word to the wise.
"Yes, Xiao Xi is right. I'll handle this, I'll do it."
Lu Liang volunteered.
"Alright, go do it. Brother Liang, have you contacted them about the plane tickets?"
Guo Xuyang did not get too involved in the matter of Guo Yiyang and Iliana.
"I've contacted them. There's a flight to Alabama tomorrow afternoon.
I've also contacted Xiao Yun and Xiao Yu, asking them to rush over tonight."
"Okay. That means the five of us will depart on time tomorrow afternoon.
Xiao Xi, Yangyang, Su Ran, you saw them at lunch today as well.
President Qi from the Petrochemical Import and Export Company gave me a five percent stake and asked me to invest thirty billion.
You weren't here last night, so I didn't tell you. Do you want to take a stake?"
"Of course. I have less than a billion, so count me in for one billion,"
Li Minxi said.
"I don't have money, only jade."
Guo Yiyang said.
"The jade you uncovered at the Myanmar store is also with me. I'll count it as one billion for you. What about Su Ran?"
"All my money is invested in the jade company. I only have tens of millions left. Should I just pass?"
Guo Xuyang looked at Li Minxi and then at Su Ran, saying, "Invest as much as you can. I'll count you in for five hundred million first, okay?
The remaining funds can be deducted from the next dividend. Do you agree with my proposal?"
"Yes. I agree."
"Everyone, think if there's anyone else we've overlooked.
I've reserved Mr. Cheng's shares for him, twenty billion.
Everyone think about it. If there's no one else, let Mr. Wu pull up the shareholder list.
Mr. Jiang said that if we do this well, we can recoup our investment this time," Guo Xuyang asked.
"There's also Tianye. Didn't he earn over a hundred million today?
I suggest we bring him in as well. During dinner, President Qi said that he will be responsible for this line in the future," Lu Liang suggested.
"Alright. I'll call him right away." Guo Xuyang said, then dialed the phone.
"Tianye? This is Guo Xuyang. Come back right now. Yes. Now."