Chapter 356: Chatting with Qiu Xi

Qiu Xi took the cigar and said: "Then I'll obey rather than be respectful, Mr. Zhao, Mr. He, please come inside."

We then followed Qiu Xi into the room.

The room was decorated very luxuriously.

All were rosewood furniture. The wine cabinet held world-famous liquor.

Famous calligraphy and paintings hung on the wall.

Sandalwood incense burned in the room, and a beautiful girl was playing the ancient zither.

This isn't a place for eating; it's purely for enjoying the scenery.

Qiu Xi said: "Mr. Zhao, do you have any dietary restrictions?"

I shook my head,

"Mr. Qiu, we'll eat whatever you eat."

Ha ha, good, this restaurant's Hunan cuisine is not bad, especially their fish head, which is very famous in Sijiucheng. Qiu Xi said, waving his hand.

That waiter hurried away.

Qiu Xi said: "Mr. Zhao, Mr. He, how about drinking some white liquor today? Sijiucheng's famous second-grade liquor."

Upon hearing that, drinking such cheap liquor in such a nice setting seems to kill the mood.

He Zuming said: "Very good, Sijiucheng's second-grade liquor is still the best to drink. I and Mr. Zhao both like it."

The three of us sat down in our seats.

Soon the service brought the food and drinks.

I looked at this second-grade liquor, and it's definitely not the ordinary second-grade liquor on the market,

It's specially supplied second-grade liquor. Moreover, the packaging is very beautiful, a golden-yellow bottle. Very high-end and classy.

As soon as the bottle was opened, fragrance filled the room.

It seems I misunderstood.

After the service poured our wine, they quietly withdrew and then closed the room's door to facilitate our chat.

The waiters here are all well-trained.

Only the three of us were left in the room.

I raised my wine glass and said to Qiu Xi: "Mr. Qiu, this first glass of wine is a thank-you drink.

Thank you that day at the Amusement Contest Hall, you managed to call Second Master Wen to help me out; otherwise, I would really have been taken away by people.

Qiu Xi also raised his wine glass,

"Mr. Zhao, you're being polite. I didn't expect you to actually hit Qiao San. One could say you're also a man of temperament. Come, let's drink."

We all downed our drinks.

He Zuming said: "Mr. Qiu, you don't know, our Mr. Zhao here in Xinfa Di is a very righteous person.

It can be said that whenever he sees injustice, he lets out a roar.

That's great; I most like making friends with such straightforward people—when action is needed, take action. That Qiao San should have been beaten long ago.

He relies on Li Tian, often causing trouble at the Amusement Contest Hall. Mr. He should know, this Qiao San, because of his shamelessness, several times refused to pay others for tea.

He also beats people. He's a standard hooligan; I've long wanted to beat him.

I thought to myself, you're no different from Qiao San; you're just clinging to Wen Han's thick thigh.

He Zuming quickly said: "Yes, Mr. Qiu is right. At the beginning of autumn, in our competition, a young master from Xi Cheng was showing off at the Amusement Contest Hall,

and competed with Qiao San; the result was Qiao San lost but refused to admit it, and even slapped that young master.

Fortunately, Mr. Qiu stepped in and settled the matter. Mr. Qiu truly is a real hero.

Upon hearing He Zuming praise him, Qiu Xi laughed happily,

"Mr. He, I'm also warm-hearted; I most dislike bullying others. As long as those who come to the hall to play, I will definitely protect them."

I poured another glass of wine,

"Mr. Qiu, come, let me toast you with a second glass. I'm an amateur at cricket fighting; I don't know much about these rules.

I've learned a lot following Mr. Qiu at the Amusement Contest Hall.

This second glass of wine is also a thank-you drink."

"Good, good, drink up, Mr. Zhao; as long as you drink this liquor, there will be no outsiders between us.

Although we've known each other only a short time, I feel we get along well. From now on, our relationship will be solid." Qiu Xi said.

"Solid, solid, must be." I happily said, then downed the drink in my cup.

Under my and He Zuming's flattery, Qiu Xi became elated from drinking.

He squatted on the stool, began to point out the country's affairs, and analyzed domestic and international situations.

He seemed like the boss of Sijiucheng; everyone in Sijiucheng listens to him.

This is the typical style of an old veteran of Sijiucheng.

Loves to boast, loves to discuss social politics,

Actually, in the eyes of those with real power, it's all nonsense.

Since we're currently using Qiu Xi, I can only smile and listen along.

After hearing him finish boasting,

I quickly applauded,

"Hearing Mr. Qiu say this, I now understand some things.

It seems I really got to know Mr. Qiu too late.

Our place is too far from Sijiucheng; it's all vegetable vendors, and the news we hear is all about vegetable prices.

Unlike Mr. Qiu, who, in the heart of Sijiucheng, knows the latest news.

I, Mr. Zhao, am impressed, impressed!

Brother, I'm a few years older than you. In Sijiucheng, the eldest brother says 'one' and no one dares say 'two.' From now on, whenever you need me, just speak.

He Zuming hurriedly said: "Mr. Qiu, there's still one matter I need to trouble you with. That is, Li Tian's affair regarding beating Qiao San is not yet finished,"

Alas, Mr. Zhao, after many people interceded for peace, they only then agreed to reconcile. However, Qiao San demands 5 million in medical expenses.

Mr. Zhao also agreed, willing to put up 5 million for this matter.

Mr. Zhao doesn't want to see Qiao San again; every time he sees him, he wants to hit him.

He wants to ask Mr. Qiu to hand over that 5 million to Qiao San.

From now on, we'll each mind our own business."

Hearing He Zuming say that, I am willing to put up 5 million to settle the matter of beating Qiao San.

I clearly felt that Qiu Xi's look at me was different.

5 million, brother, your capability is not ordinary! Qiu Xi said.

Alas, as long as Qiao San's side doesn't cause trouble, 5 million is just a small matter. I said indifferently.

May I ask, brother, what line of work makes you so much money? Qiu Xi asked.

This matter? It's simple: a few years ago, during demolition, I made a sum of money, then invested it in western coal mines; who would have thought coal prices would rise.

Thus I made a little fortune. As for me, I don't want to make a lot of money; once I have money, I just want to have fun, so I got to know Mr. He, who took me to play cricket fighting together.

Originally, brother, your family has a mine; I said, 5 million is nothing. Alright, I'll take care of this matter for you.

Qiao San is nothing; damn, how much money have we made inside and out? Qiu Xi cursed.

As long as Elder Brother Qiu takes care of it, that's fine; then I won't worry about anything.

Elder Brother Qiu, this matter was settled only because Second Master Wen stepped in; if there's anything Second Master Wen needs from me, please tell me, otherwise I'll feel uneasy. I said.

As soon as I mentioned Wen Han, Qiu Xi's vigilance immediately heightened,

Oh, regarding Second Master Wen's side, you don't need to ask.

The cricket-fighting arena is his; I don't need to hide it from you, Mr. He also knows this—being able to open a cricket-fighting arena in Sijiucheng, that's not ordinary strength, is it?

After all, if someone causes trouble at the cricket-fighting arena, it's enough for him not to show up.

Brother, don't take it to heart. Second Master Wen stepping in is my connection; you understand? Qiu Xi said.

It seems Qiu Xi doesn't want me to have too much contact with Wen Han.

Yeah, if I get involved with Wen Han and then replace him, he'll be left drinking northwest wind.

I laughed and said: "Okay, since Elder Brother Qiu has said so, I'll follow his arrangements. I consider myself acquainted with Elder Brother Qiu; if there's anything else in the future, do I still need Elder Brother Qiu to look after me?"

Elder Brother Qiu, I want to ask, when is the cricket-fighting competition? I've found a few good insects again, hoping to win some more money.

To dispel Qiu Xi's vigilance, I no longer talk about Wen Han; I and he talk about cricket fighting.