Chapter 556: with translation of chapter title

In the evening, Shi Yong came back,

Looks like they drank quite a bit of alcohol,

Humming a little tune, they went into the room,

I said, "Shi Yong, you're in a good mood today."

Shi Yong laughed heartily and said, "Today's drinks were really satisfying. I drank two catties of alcohol. I handled a big matter today."

I said, "Was it with Cui Chenglong that you drank?"

"It's this guy they drank with; this guy is now a deputy bureau chief, damn impressive. Brother, I just can't figure it out—his uncle is just a retired old man, how could he have such ability? This Cui Rulong, in front of me, boasts about how capable his uncle is,"

In Zaocheng, it can be said that there's nothing the Cui family can't settle.

"Is that true?" Shi Yong asked.

"Shi Yong, how should I put it? There's a saying: a strong dragon cannot overwhelm a local snake."

No matter how strong the dragon, when it reaches the locality, it still has to suffer bullying from the local snake.

The Cui family is the local snake in Zaocheng; they've been entrenched there for a long time.

Look at all the units in Zaocheng; there are people surnamed Cui everywhere.

They are a big family,

and they hold sway in many functional departments.

Any leader in Zaocheng has to show the Cui family three points of respect; in the past, Kong Shi was like that—any matter required saying hello to Cui Rulong's uncle, Cui Rulin.

Cui Rulin gives Kong Shi face, so Kong Shi also gives Cui Rulin face.

Cui Rulin took the opportunity to arrange all the men and women of his family into system jobs.

This formed the Cui family's circle of influence.

In Zaocheng, the Cui family wouldn't dare claim first place on the legitimate side, and no one dares to call them second.

"The Cui family is really impressive." I said.

Shi Yong said, "Damn, I never expected that—I thought I was pretty badass, but compared to them, I still fall short."

"Hehe, what's so impressive about you? You just know how to drink." I deliberately provoked Shi Yong.

"Brother, how am I not impressive? In the past, at Da Heng Group, I had everyone's attention, and there was also Qi He Kuang. I stomp my foot, and Qi He Kuang jumps three times." Shi Yong said indignantly.

"You're enough; that's all in the past. A true hero doesn't brag about past bravery. Has Cui Rulong inquired about me?" I asked Shi Yong.

"Of course he inquired. As soon as I contacted him, he directly asked about our Da Heng Group's affairs."

"How did you respond?"

"What else could I say? I told him the truth. You have no ties whatsoever with Da Heng Group now. Get ready to retire to Niushiling."

"As for me, I'll keep hanging around in Zaocheng society. Brother, am I right?" Shi Yong looked at me and said.

"Shi Yong is right. Hey, this deserves praise. That's what we should say outwardly. How did Cui Rulong say it?" I praised Shi Yong.

"Cui Chenglong said, 'The person I admire most is you—no matter what, they couldn't kill you, and they even toppled Kong Shi. You're a tough guy.'"

He also said, "Li Ming Brother's case is a wrongful accusation; we must vindicate Li Ming Brother."

He hopes I can cooperate with him, and preferably, you can also join him in vindicating Li Ming Brother." Shi Yong said truthfully.

"Then what does he plan to do?" I continued asking Shi Yong.

He said, "Right now, the person dealing with Li Ming Brother is the current Tian Shi. As long as we topple Tian Shi, Li Ming Brother's wrongful case will be righted, and there's even a chance Da Heng Group could return to our hands." I feel his reasoning makes sense." Shi Yong said.

"Makes sense, Shi Yong. I really want to slap your head. I said, you're so happy—turns out you believed it after listening to Cui Rulong brag. Right?" I looked at Shi Yong and said.

Shi Yong nodded,

"Brother, I think he's right. If we drive out the Tian surname, we can take over Da Heng Group. Besides, Wen Han that kid is far from us."

"You just said, a strong dragon cannot overwhelm a local snake."

"If we join forces with the Cui family, we become the local snake."

"Who are we afraid of? Hmph. At that point, I just need to rally the Security Team, and nobody will dare come looking for trouble with us." Shi Yong said excitedly.

"This Cui Chenglong is impressive—just a few words and he had Shi Yong turning his wheels."

"Shi Yong, don't listen to his bullshit. If he were really that capable, why isn't he the direct leader of Zaocheng? And why does he still need to topple Tian Shi?"

"Are things really that simple as he says?"

If we topple Tian Shi, Li Ming will be fine, and our Da Heng Group can come back.

You, use your stupid brain to think a bit.

If it's that simple, what are we doing in Sijiucheng?

"We still need to find a backer, and also rely on the Wen Family's power." I scolded Shi Yong.

Shi Yong slapped his forehead.

"Right, brother, you're right—how didn't I think of that? I let that Cui Chenglong, after just a few words, convince me. What ability do they have? If they really had ability, they'd still be hanging around Zaocheng."

"And he's only a deputy bureau chief."

Shi Yong figured it out again.

"It's not too late to figure it out now; what plans did he discuss with you?"

"Yes, that is: first, he wants to use the media to expose Li Ming Ge's wrongful accusation and vindicate him."

"Also, he wants to find fault with Tian Shi and find a way to push him out."

"As for the media matter, he is currently contacting them."

"He hopes I can help him, to have me contact Mao Hai."

"He wants to get to know Mao Hai through me, use underworld connections to smear Tian Shi." Shi Yong told everything.

"Shi Yong, it looks like we need to act quickly. We absolutely cannot let the media interfere in Li Ming's affair."

"This matter was originally trivial, but if the media exposes it, it could become a big deal."

After it became a big matter, not only Tian Shi was affected, we were also affected.

The Cui Family's current goal is simply to make the situation bigger.

They want the whole world to know, the more chaos the better for them.

We can't let them keep messing around.

Li Ming has already been detained; he will be released in a few days.

No need to ask; after he's released, the Cui Family will definitely look for Li Ming and have him continue to take the lead.

Before Li Ming is released, we must not allow the Cui Family to cause trouble again.

"As long as the Cui Family stays quiet, Li Ming will be fine." I then took out a cigarette and started smoking.

Shi Yong thought pensively.

After thinking for a while,

"Brother, I also won't understand this matter; you tell me what to do. I'll fully support whatever you say."

"How should we deal with this Cui person?"

"Whether it's kidnapping or intimidation, you arrange it." Shi Yong shouted.

"Can't you speak softer? Do you want everyone in Zaocheng to know we're going to take on the Cui Family?" I said angrily to Shi Yong.

Shi Yong, upon seeing my angry look,

gave a hehe laugh,

"Brother, that's just how I am; I've never spoken softly."

I then instructed Shi Yong: "Tomorrow you continue to contact Cui Chenglong. Gain a deep understanding of their movements."

"They won't suspect us now either."

"Because I'm currently nobody, and pose no threat to them."

"We need to come quietly."

"When Shi Yong contacts Cui Chenglong, he must pay close attention, remember what to say and what not to say."

"Do you understand? Speak less, listen more."

Before my words had even finished, a snoring sound came from the bed over there,

Shi Yong had fallen asleep.

This Shi Yong, sigh, really leaves me speechless.

I hadn't even finished speaking.

Let him sleep; let him first make contact with Cui Chenglong before we talk.

I will handle this matter according to my own plan.