Watching the astonished expressions of Tang Qin and the other two, Han Lang couldn't help but feel puzzled and asked,
"What's wrong? Is there a problem with the Zhao family?"
Tang Geng quickly shook his head and replied,
"No! But Brother Han Lang, can you explain in detail why you suspect this?"
Han Lang, without any reservations, took a sip of wine and recounted everything Liu Jian had said at the time. He then added,
"Although Liu Jian said this, I personally believe we should remain suspicious! From a common person's perspective, it's understandable that the Zhao family supports Wang Shan. At least Wang Shan's businesses are all reasonably legal; however, supporting Jin Chunfeng is a bit excessive. The country is vigorously promoting the crackdown on organized crime, and their actions are like going against the state! They are definitely malicious!"
After hearing Han Lang's words, Tang Qin and the other two exchanged glances, and then Tang Qin spoke,
"You're right! However, from another perspective, this also makes sense. After all, if he intends to seize the position of overlord in Le City, he naturally needs some means, both overt and covert!"
Han Kang, for the first time, nodded in agreement.
"Yes, that's right! In commercial competition, while it appears fair and just on the surface, in reality, it's impossible without connections and means! Brother, you might not know, but the reason our Han family has been able to advance so rapidly, besides the excellent quality of our products, is more importantly the support from the Tang and Cao families! Taking this opportunity, we should also thank Uncle Tang properly!"
With that, he raised his wine glass and toasted Tang Haoran.
Tang Haoran smiled broadly and chuckled,
"You're too kind! We're all family, and Brother Han has also shown me great kindness. Let's not be so formal with each other!"
After finishing his drink, he frowned again and analyzed,
"But speaking of which, although it's understandable that the Zhao family supports Wang Shan and Jin Chunfeng, the key issue is that Jin Chunfeng is now involved with superhumans! We still don't know if the Zhao family is involved. So, Nephew Tang Geng! You're from the provincial capital, how do you think we should handle this matter now?"
Tang Geng thought for a moment and said gravely,
"The Zhao family is powerful and influential throughout the entire provincial capital. Moreover, they are indeed a hidden cultivation family, and by rights, they should be on opposing sides to superhumans!"
"Therefore, before any conclusive evidence is found, it's best for us to be as less suspicious as possible."
"This not only affects the unity of the cultivation world but also easily draws trouble upon ourselves."
"However..."
"If Jin Chunfeng's involvement with superhumans indeed has the Zhao family's fingerprints on it, then this tumor is enormous!"
"On a smaller scale, the entire southern region will inevitably be affected; on a larger scale, the entire Xia Kingdom will be in peril!"
Upon hearing Tang Geng's words, everyone was shocked.
Ma Long exclaimed, "Ah? That serious? Then we really need to treat this with caution!"
Tang Geng nodded.
"Therefore, this matter is of great importance. Even if there are only slight clues, it's best not to act rashly! Submitting it to the higher-level Special Investigation Bureau to handle is the most secure approach."
After hearing this, Tang Qin deliberately looked at Han Lang beside her and emphasized with a half-smile,
"Did you hear that, Mr. Xiao? Don't act rashly!"
Han Lang was slightly taken aback.
However, he quickly reacted.
Tang Qin was using this opportunity to deliberately tease him about his previous unauthorized investigation of Gou Jiaji.
At that moment, he felt a bit embarrassed and chuckled awkwardly,
"Heh heh, Director Tang! It's been so long, why are you still holding onto it? Besides, haven't our contributions this time been enough to offset the demerits?"
"Hmph!" Tang Qin snorted dismissively, "If it weren't for your contributions, do you think I would be hinting at this and giving you so much face?"
"Oh! Then I should thank you?"
"Of course!"
Their playful bickering made everyone chuckle. Then, Han Kang raised another question, bringing the topic back.
"However, my Han family and the Wang family declared early on that we would never rest until one of us is destroyed! We can avoid provoking the Zhao family, but it's not impossible that they might protect their own and support the Wang family at a critical moment, right? If they prevent us from avenging ourselves, do we have to tolerate it?"
As soon as this was said, Han Lang and Ma Long immediately chimed in.
"No need!"
Tang Geng denied this question without hesitation!
"Why?"
Han Lang and the other two asked in unison.
Tang Geng took a deep breath and replied,
"Although I don't know the specific grudges you have with that Wang family! As long as your conflict with them is normal commercial competition, the Zhao family wouldn't dare to do anything to you!"
"What about Jin Chunfeng? If we directly take him down, will the Zhao family remain indifferent?" Ma Long asked.
"Heh heh!" Tang Geng chuckled, "You don't need to worry about Jin Chunfeng's issue at all! He already belongs to the dark forces, and now it's confirmed that he's colluded with superhumans. If the Zhao family isn't foolish, they absolutely wouldn't dare to get involved with Jin Chunfeng! After all, even with their power, they can't bear these burdens!"
After hearing Tang Geng's explanation, Han Lang and the other two nodded with a mix of belief and doubt.
Seeing that the three still had reservations, Tang Haoran impatiently comforted them,
"Don't worry, Brother Han! When the sky falls, there will always be someone tall to hold it up. You really don't need to worry about the Zhao family at all! I can guarantee that as long as you have the strength, you can overthrow the Wang family as you please; you can kill any cultivators sent by the Zhao family as you please! Just be careful not to capsize in the gutter! Someone will handle the Zhao family for you!"
"Hmm?"
Tang Haoran's words completely bewildered Han Lang!
Someone will handle it?
Who?
The Tang family?
But with the Zhao family's influence, even if the Tang family is the head of Le City's four major families, in front of the Zhao family, they are merely like a mantis trying to stop a chariot, or an ant trying to shake a tree!
Yet, why was Tang Haoran not worried at all, but instead looked so relaxed?
This didn't make sense!
"Could it be..."
Han Lang suddenly thought of something and tentatively asked, "Could it be that Brother Tang, you still have hidden strength sufficient to deal with the Zhao family?"
"Pfft!" Tang Haoran, who had just taken a sip of wine, spat it all out.
He quickly wiped his mouth and replied, "Brother Han! Are you making fun of me? If I had that kind of strength, would I be stuck in this small Le City as a local landlord?"
Tang Qin also mumbled, "Exactly! If my father had that kind of strength, I would have been happily living like a pampered young lady, kicking my feet up every day, just like someone I know! Why would I have to wake up early and stay up late every day to be the director of the Special Investigation Bureau!"
Han Lang and the others broke out in a cold sweat!
They thought, aren't you already a pampered young lady?
Before they could ask further, Tang Geng angrily scolded Tang Qin, "Tang Qin! I don't think I've offended you recently, have I? Do you need to use this indirect way to mock me like this?"
Tang Qin giggled.
Han Lang also caught some clues from their conversation.
"Could it be that you, Tang Geng, are..."
Before Tang Geng could reply, Tang Qin playfully teased, "Oh! You figured it out? It seems you're not that foolish, Mr. Xiao!"