In the room, Qin Shuren and Jiang Cuihua exchanged glances, seeing a hint of solemnity in each other's eyes.
The old couple subconsciously recalled what their youngest son had said three days ago: Cao Yuqing was not a suitable candidate, and Qin Gang had always been in a passive position in this relationship.
Their second son, who had always had pride and never borrowed money, started asking them for loans after getting this girlfriend, and the staggering amount of one million yuan at once made them have to draw some associations.
However, the old couple had lived most of their lives and understood human relationships very well. Without direct questioning, they tactfully asked,
"Gang, this... a million yuan is not a small sum. What exactly are you going to do with so much money?"
Jiang Cuihua asked.
"Didn't I say it? To do business!"
Qin Gang explained, "You both know that I'm currently in the automotive industry. Cars are expensive, and it's impossible to expand the business without sufficient capital."
This reason was very sufficient, leaving Qin Shuren and Jiang Cuihua speechless, but the worry in the old couple's eyes could not be concealed.
Compared to their second son's business acumen, they were definitely more inclined to believe their youngest son. If it were Qin Chuan asking them, they would have scraped together money without hesitation, even if it meant selling their possessions.
Of course, such words could not be spoken out loud. Even the astute old couple did not mention Qin Chuan's name in front of Qin Gang, because they knew their sons too well.
As parents, they were perfectly aware of each person's character and attitude towards things.
"Son, you suddenly asked us to borrow so much money, but we don't have that much!"
After a long hesitation, Qin Shuren said.
"You know, your mother and I are preparing to open a second supermarket, and it's already in the renovation stage. There are still many goods to be stocked later, which requires a lot of money."
Qin Gang nodded, "I know. That's why I'm asking how much you can afford. If it's not enough, I'll go to the third brother to borrow it!"
Qin Shuren looked at his wife, and Jiang Cuihua thought for a moment before saying, "Mom can get at most 200,000 yuan for you!"
"This amount is already the limit we can provide..."
Qin Gang thought for a moment, "Twenty thousand it is then. I'll find the third brother for the remaining 800,000!"
"Gang, tell your mother and father properly, is this money really for business..."
Jiang Cuihua and Qin Shuren were very uneasy.
Although the Qin family was indeed doing well now, especially the youngest son, whose career was booming. It was rumored throughout Yongnan County that he was the richest man, and the youngest one at that.
But all of a sudden, Qin Gang asked for a million yuan. Such a large sum of money required caution.
That was a full million yuan!
In this era, an ordinary family would never be able to earn this amount in a lifetime, let alone save it.
After more than half an hour, Qin Gang left his parents.
As soon as Qin Gang left, the old couple, who could no longer bear their anxiety, immediately called their youngest son.
At this moment, Qin Chuan had just finished showering and was lying in bed, his eyes narrowed, enjoying the pleasure of the soul.
When he received the call from his parents, he was first surprised, then his eyebrows twitched upwards.
"Dad, Mom, don't worry about that 200,000 yuan. The supermarket is opening a branch soon, and I'll cover this million yuan."
Qin Chuan said.
"I know it's not just about the money. Don't worry, I'll talk to my second brother properly."
"Mhm, mhm... Then you should sleep early!"
After hanging up the phone, Li Ya, who was kneeling below, raised her pretty face. Her alluring red lips were crystal clear and full of luster.
"Xiaochuan, was that Aunt and Uncle on the phone just now? What about a million yuan?"
Li Ya asked curiously.
"When my parents called earlier, my second brother was asking them for a loan of a million yuan!"
Li Ya's beautiful eyes widened a bit. A million yuan was not a small sum.
"They can only afford 200,000 yuan. Second brother might come to me for the remaining 800,000 tomorrow. I told them I'll cover the entire million."
Li Ya was surprised, "Is second brother's business so big now? Talking about millions of money so casually?"
Qin Chuan shook his head. He had never asked about his second brother's automotive business, nor did he intend to. He would just let him do as he pleased.
As they were talking, the phone rang again. Qin Chuan looked down and quietly said, "It's my second brother!"
Then he picked up the phone.
"Xiaochuan, are you asleep?"
Qin Gang's voice came through.
"No, I just finished showering."
Qin Chuan replied, "What's wrong, second brother? Calling me this late at night instead of being with your girlfriend?"
"I'm downstairs at your place."
Qin Gang said, "It's been a long time since we brothers sat down alone. I might be leaving in the next couple of days, want to have a drink together?"
"Now?!"
Qin Chuan was surprised.
"Yes, right now!"
"Alright, wait for me for two minutes. I'll change my clothes and come down."
Qin Chuan said, then got up and quickly dressed.
Beside him, Li Ya, wearing a sexy nightgown, pouted her red lips, looking unhappy.
It couldn't be helped. A couple who were about to have a meaningful life exchange, with their bullets loaded, were interrupted. Who would be happy?
"Be good, wait for me to come back, and I'll make you fly."
Qin Chuan kissed Li Ya's pouting lips and then quickly went downstairs.
Downstairs, Qin Gang was sitting in his car, smoking. Seeing Qin Chuan coming down, he greeted him.
Qin Chuan didn't drive his own car; he opened the door and got in.
"Big brother? Didn't you call him?"
Qin Chuan asked.
"No, it's just the two of us brothers tonight."
After speaking, Qin Gang started the car.
Not long after, the two of them appeared in a private room at a night market. The table was filled with a large spread of food, including lamb skewers, pork skewers, bull testicles, sheep testicles, crayfish, oysters, and other delicacies. Of course, there was also a whole case of ice-cold beer.
The brothers chatted and ate and drank.
However, Qin Gang did most of the talking, recounting his experiences of the past half year away from home to Qin Chuan in detail.
When Qin Chuan learned that in just over three months, his second brother had doubled his initial capital of over 300,000 yuan, he showed considerable surprise.
This achievement was more than enough. Even in future generations, such a rapid pace of making money would surpass over 99% of people.
However, he was soon shocked to learn that all the hard-earned money Qin Gang had made over the past half year had been scammed.
This was not a small sum, over 700,000 yuan!
"Dad and Mom must have called you and told you about me needing to borrow money, right?"
Qin Gang asked, looking into his younger brother's eyes.
Qin Chuan nodded, "Yes, just a few minutes before you called."
"I've told Dad and Mom that I'll cover the entire million you need. Don't touch their money!"
A flicker of emotion flashed deep in Qin Gang's eyes. He finally raised his wine glass and said, "Thank you!!"
"Thank your sister! You're my second brother, not an outsider. If I hear the word 'thank you' again, I'll beat you up!"
Qin Chuan cursed with a laugh.
"Alright, alright, I was wrong. I'll drink three cups as punishment!"
Qin Gang picked up the beer bottle and drank the entire bottle in one go. After putting it down, his face was flushed, and he let out a burp.
"Second brother!"
Qin Chuan said earnestly, "Being scammed in business is not a big deal. People, in their lives, who doesn't encounter hardships and setbacks? Even the seedlings planted in the field need to go through wind and rain before they can grow strong."
"The key is to learn from your mistakes. You can't fall into the same trap a second time. Do you understand?"
"When you're out there on your own, you need to be more careful. You shouldn't have malicious intentions towards others, but you must guard against them!"
Second Brother Qin nodded heavily, "I'll be careful!"