"What business does Young Master Zhong conduct in Huaxia?" Brother Bao asked, narrowing his eyes and probing Wan Yunting.
Wan Yunting, lighting a cigar, glanced at him. "Why, Brother Bao, do you want to do business with me?"
Brother Bao also lit a cigar and chuckled. "Young Master Zhong is a capable man. If I can do business with you, I believe you will surely bring me prospects..."
"Unlimited prospects!"
Wan Yunting corrected his statement. Brother Bao pointed at him and nodded. "Yes, that's a Chinese idiom."
Wan Yunting, with his cigar lit and dangling from his mouth, crossed his legs and adopted an arrogant, untamed demeanor. He pointed at Brother Bao and laughed. "I'm involved in many businesses back home. For example, places like this bar you run, I deal with high-end clubs, underground casinos, and other entertainment ventures."
"But Brother Bao, to be blunt, with your current level, I can't be bothered to cooperate with you!"
"Yes, yes, yes."
Brother Bao nodded. He had witnessed Wan Yunting's astonishing power yesterday when a single phone call from him had caused Zhu Yangbo's Zhu Shi Group to collapse in just five minutes. This was the foundation of Wan Yunting's arrogant confidence.
"However, I've been wanting to dabble in something new recently!"
Wan Yunting said this casually while smoking his cigar. Brother Bao's eyes narrowed as he looked at him. "What does Young Master Zhong want to dabble in?"
Wan Yunting exhaled smoke, a mischievous smile playing on his lips. "Something more exciting. You know what I mean, Brother Bao!"
"Oh..."
Brother Bao instantly understood what Wan Yunting was referring to, and it perfectly aligned with his own desires. Brother Bao had been wanting to penetrate the Huaxia market for some time but had never found a suitable candidate.
Although he usually engaged in petty dealings, it no longer satisfied Brother Bao. He wanted to play big.
And the Young Master Zhong in front of him was precisely his target!
"Brother Bao, I'm sure you have the connections."
When the topic of drugs came up, Wan Yunting's face lit up with excitement. He said to Brother Bao, "Shall we cooperate and get some?"
Brother Bao didn't rush. Instead, he smiled calmly. "Young Master Zhong, I certainly have the connections, but are you sure there's a market for this business in your Huaxia?"
"Of course."
Wan Yunting nodded, glancing at him disdainfully. He said proudly, "The entire Huadu market is under my control. As long as you have the goods, I can take them all!"
"So, Young Master Zhong is from Huadu!"
Brother Bao narrowed his eyes. He had previously asked Zhang Weicai to investigate Zhong Xingwen's identity, but he had only managed to uncover superficial details. After all, this was their first meeting. Therefore, Brother Bao remained cautious and probed, "Does Young Master Zhong happen to know Chen Tao?"
"Chen Tao?"
Wan Yunting's expression froze. Niu Qiuling beside him was also startled. They hadn't expected Brother Bao to mention Chen Tao!
"That unfortunate fellow. Of course, I know him."
Wan Yunting, regaining his composure, slapped his thigh in anger and cursed. "He was my university classmate. Later, I went abroad. When I returned this year, I visited him a few times. I must say, that kid Chen Tao was truly living the life. It's a shame he was so unlucky, his nest was raided by the police, and he was mysteriously blown up and killed."
Then, Wan Yunting looked at Brother Bao. "Why, did Chen Tao also cooperate with Brother Bao?"
"No."
Brother Bao waved his hand and smiled. "I only had one dealing with him."
"I see."
Wan Yunting nodded, took a puff of his cigar, and said, "But Brother Bao, as long as we cooperate, I can also set up high-end venues like Chen Tao's, targeting only the wealthy and avoiding low-end business."
Brother Bao smiled and nodded, observing Wan Yunting's eager demeanor, ready to go all out. He didn't rush to agree, wanting to test him further.
"Young Master Zhong, how long do you plan to stay here?" Brother Bao asked.
"I'm leaving the day after tomorrow."
Wan Yunting, sensing his hesitation, put on an indifferent act. "If Brother Bao has no intention of cooperating in this regard, I won't force it. Anyway, I won't lack buyers for that business!"
This statement made Brother Bao chuckle. Wan Yunting ignored him and continued drinking with Niu Qiuling and the others, knowing that Brother Bao was considering his offer.
After two minutes, Brother Bao said, "Young Master Zhong, are you free tomorrow night?"
Wan Yunting turned his head and looked at him sideways. Brother Bao smiled. "If you're free tomorrow night, I'll take you for a tour!"
"Haha, that's more like it."
Wan Yunting immediately became happy, raised his glass, and clinked it with Brother Bao. They both finished their drinks in one gulp.
Then, Brother Bao stood up and smiled. "Young Master Zhong, you guys have fun. I have some urgent matters to attend to."
"Alright, Brother Bao." Wan Yunting, with Niu Qiuling in his arms, waved at him.
Brother Bao nodded, instructed the ladies to take good care of Young Master Zhong, and then went directly to his office behind the bar. He then picked up the phone and dialed a number. The call was quickly connected. Brother Bao said respectfully, "Brother Long, it's Abao."
"Hmm, what is it?" a cold voice came from the other end of the phone.
Brother Bao said, "I have a Huaxia man come to my establishment these past couple of days, named Zhong Xing'an. He's from Huadu City, and I think he's quite capable, so I'm considering cooperating with him!"
"Huadu, Zhong Xing'an!"
The person on the other end sounded confused. Brother Bao nodded. "Yes, Brother Long can have people in Huadu investigate him and see if he's suitable."
"Understood. I'll get back to you later."
With that, the call ended abruptly, without even giving Brother Bao a chance to say goodbye.
But he was already accustomed to it. He put down the phone, his eyes narrowing. If this Zhong Xing'an had no issues, then he would have rendered another service to Young Master Leng!
Meanwhile, outside, Wan Yunting, just like last night, returned at midnight.
Upon entering the hotel room, Niu Qiuling excitedly exclaimed, "This Brother Bao must be connected to Young Master Leng, otherwise he wouldn't have mentioned Chen Tao!"
Wan Yunting, who had plopped down on the sofa, nodded and chuckled. "It seems we've stumbled upon the right track."
Niu Qiuling was very happy. "What do you think he'll take us to do tomorrow night?"
"What does that have to do with you?"
Wan Yunting glanced at her. Niu Qiuling was taken aback and raised an eyebrow. "You're not planning to take me?"
"Take you to do what?" Wan Yunting stood up, removed his mask, and prepared to take a shower.
"No, why aren't you taking me?"
Niu Qiuling also removed her disguise mask and followed him to the bathroom door. Wan Yunting turned his head and smiled. "Your role is my girlfriend. What would I take you to do?"
"You scoundrel, you're my girlfriend! No, who is your girlfriend..."
Enraged by his words, Niu Qiuling raised her foot to kick him, but Wan Yunting dodged and chuckled. "Alright, you just stay in the hotel tomorrow. Fei Mao Tui and I will go. Besides, if he really takes me to see drugs, Brother Bao definitely wouldn't let you in, understand?"
"Hmph."
Niu Qiuling gave him a fierce glare and turned back to her room.
The next day, Wan Yunting and Niu Qiuling continued to stay in the hotel. At eight o'clock in the evening, he received a call from Brother Bao and began to prepare.
"Be careful. If anything happens, call me immediately, and I'll call the police," Niu Qiuling said, her heart filled with worry as she watched him put on his disguise mask.
"Don't worry."
After adjusting his mask and ensuring it was in place, Wan Yunting turned back to Niu Qiuling and smiled. "Stay in the hotel and wait for me to return."
"Okay."
Niu Qiuling nodded. Wan Yunting then thought of something and took out a business card from his bag for her. "This is Director Pang's friend here. If I don't return by midnight, call this number. Understand?"
"Mm."
Niu Qiuling, accepting the business card, nodded, her eyes filled with concern and worry as she watched the man.
Wan Yunting smiled and said no more. He went out and downstairs. Fei Mao Tui was already waiting in the car outside the hotel. Wan Yunting got into the car, and they left the hotel, heading towards Brother Bao's bar.